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Frank V. Floriani, Personal Injury Attorney in New York

focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability

New, NY

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Frank V. Floriani is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability.

Based in
New York, NEW YORK
Experience
attorney
Known for
Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from New York, NEW YORK.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (New York City) (2015).

About Frank V. Floriani: Frank V. Floriani is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability.

Areas of practice

Frank's practice areas in New York

Frank concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frank handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in New York

Frank takes personal injury matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Frank agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in New York

Frank takes product liability matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Frank agrees to represent you.

Biography

Frank V. Floriani, personal injury attorney serving New York

Frank V. Floriani is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Frank works from New York and takes on personal injury matters across the region.

Frank Floriani is a member of the firm and leads Sullivan Papain’s Product Liability and Complex Litigation department. A highly effective and deeply experienced litigator, Mr. Floriani takes pride in helping clients who are in the midst of challenging and often life-altering circumstances. His efforts have helped those clients recover tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.

Mr. Floriani’s skills cross a broad legal spectrum, and he has guided an array of litigation matters, including cases involving defectively designed products, professional liability, maritime-related claims, construction site accidents, aviation disasters, railway worker claims, and toxic torts. His work also has set precedents in New York state – including the landmark Friedman v. State of New York, a seminal case on government liability for accidents stemming from poor roadway design. A second-generation lawyer, Mr. Floriani joined Sullivan Papain in 1979 and has been a member of the firm since 1986.

Areas of Practice
  • Plaintiff’s Personal Injury
  • Construction Accidents
  • Municipal Liability
  • Premises Liability
  • Product Liability
  • Mass Torts
  • Maritime Casualties
  • Professional Liability

    Frank's approach to personal injury cases

    Frank Floriani is a member of the firm and leads Sullivan Papain’s Product Liability and Complex Litigation department. A highly effective and deeply experienced litigator, Mr. Floriani takes pride in helping clients who are in the midst of challenging and often life-altering circumstances. His efforts have helped those clients recover tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Mr.…

    Clients Frank works with

    Frank reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters across New York.

    Credentials

    Credentials — where Frank studied and practices

    • Hofstra University

      J.D. · 1977

    • University of Dayton

      BS · 1972

    Frank studied at J.D. in Hofstra University and BS in University of Dayton.

    Law school and academic background

    Frank completed J.D. in Hofstra University and BS in University of Dayton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Frank runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

    Recognition

    Frank's legal honors and published work

    Frank has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

    • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (New York City)

      2015

    • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top lawyers in New York

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Highest Rating (AV) from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Verdicts Hall of Fame

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — New York City Products Liability Lawyer of the Year, 2015

      2026

    Legal awards and honors

    Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (New York City) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top lawyers in New York (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Highest Rating (AV) from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating (2026).

    Locations

    Frank V. Floriani's office in New York

    Frank's primary office is at 120 Broadway, 27th Floor, New York, New York, 10271. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

    Main office

    120 Broadway, 27th Floor

    New York, New York 10271

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    Hiring guide

    How to hire Frank V. Floriani — what to expect in your first consultation

    Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Frank usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

    Consultation formats and pricing

    Frank charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office.

    What to bring to your first meeting

    Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Frank will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

    Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in New York

    A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

    Fees & payment

    Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Frank

    Frank discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

    Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

    Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Frank confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

    Payment methods and payment plans

    Frank's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

    Frequently asked

    Frequently asked questions about Frank V. Floriani

    • How much does it cost to hire Frank for a personal injury case?

      Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Frank walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

    • Does Frank offer a free consultation?

      Frank charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frank's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Frank's current terms during booking.

    • How long do personal injury cases in New York typically take?

      Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Frank gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

    • Can Frank take my case if I'm outside New York?

      Frank is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Frank will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

    • What should I bring to my first meeting with Frank?

      Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Frank will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

    • Is Frank accepting new personal injury clients right now?

      Frank's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

    Areas served

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