About the Firm
27 years inside New York's Supreme Courts. We know the courtroom.
Frederic R. Abramson
For Frederic R. Abramson, the law is a family tradition. His father was a respected Brooklyn practitioner, and Frederic grew up watching how careful preparation and knowing the courthouse inside out made the difference in every case. That education started long before law school.
27 years later, the approach has not changed. Frederic has spent his entire career inside New York's Supreme Courts. Not just filing motions and making appearances, but learning the procedural details that determine whether a case moves forward or gets stuck: which judges enforce compliance conference deadlines, which parts require working copies, how the DCM calendar at 80 Centre Street actually operates, and what happens when you show up unprepared.
That depth of court knowledge is the foundation of everything the firm does.
A Strategic Partner for Attorneys
Law firms across New York and beyond rely on the Law Office of Frederic R. Abramson as an extension of their own practice. This is not coverage for the sake of having a body in the room. Every appearance is handled by a senior attorney with more than 15 years of experience.
Pro Hac Vice and Local Counsel: Out-of-state firms count on Frederic as their New York anchor. Full compliance with NYSCEF protocols, local Part Rules, and county-specific procedural requirements.
The difference is preparation. Before any appearance, we review the file, research the assigned judge, and know the courtroom expectations in that specific part. The attorneys we work with trust us because we treat every referred case with the same attention we give our own.
Personal Injury and Civil Litigation
Beyond his work as counsel to the profession, Frederic is a dedicated advocate for the injured. Since 1997, he has fought to make sure that victims of accidents and negligence receive the compensation and respect they deserve.
Every personal injury case is prepared with the same rigor from day one. Insurance companies recognize when the attorney on the other side knows the local court, understands the procedural landscape, and has done the work before the first conference. That preparation is what moves cases toward fair resolution.
Frederic also handles civil litigation matters, including breach of contract, business disputes, and property damage claims. The same court knowledge that makes per diem coverage reliable makes direct representation effective.
Court Intelligence No One Else Has
There are things you learn about New York's courts only by being inside them every week for 27 years. Which judges run a tight calendar. Which parts have standing orders that are not on the website. How a compliance conference in Kings County works differently than one in Queens.
The Law Office of Frederic R. Abramson has turned that institutional knowledge into a resource. The Judge Intelligence Hub and county-by-county court guides on this site are built from real appearances, real reporting, and years of firsthand observation. This is court intelligence that no other firm publishes.
Discipline, Discovery, and Life Outside the Courtroom
Frederic brings the same intensity to his personal life as he does to practice. A dedicated athlete, he trains through weightlifting, HIIT, and tennis. The discipline required for peak physical performance translates directly to the stamina and focus needed for complex litigation.
A lifelong New Yorker, Frederic is a devoted supporter of the Yankees, the Knicks, and the Giants. When he is not at the office or the gym, he is likely exploring his passion for global travel and the culinary arts. His curiosity for cultures and international traditions makes him a well-rounded advocate who connects with clients and colleagues from every background.
Work With Us
Whether you need per diem coverage for tomorrow morning, local counsel for a pro hac vice admission, or representation for a personal injury or civil litigation matter, the conversation starts with a phone call.
Phone: 212-233-0666 | Text/Emergency: 917-686-3827 | Email: fabramson@abramsonlegal.com
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