Brian Farkas

Attorney · Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Brian Farkas is an associate attorney at Goetz Fitzpatrick LLP in New York, focusing his practice on commercial litigation, arbitration and intellectual property.

Brian earned his B.A. from Vassar College and J.D. from Cardozo School of Law. In law school, he served as Editor-in-Chief of the  Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution and won the Andrew S. Zucker Award for Academic Excellence. His writing on arbitration and mediation has appeared in numerous publications, including the New York County Lawyer, Dispute Resolution Journal, Resolutions Roundtable, Alternatives to the High Cost of Litigation, and the Northeastern Law Journal.

Outside of the firm, Brian serves as a volunteer mediator through the New York Peace Institute. He also teaches in Brooklyn Law School's Mediation Clinic, training students in Civil Court and Small Claims Court mediation.

Articles By Brian Farkas

Selling a Kentucky Home: What Are My Disclosure Obligations?
Guidance for home sellers in Kentucky concerning that state's law on disclosures to buyers about the home's condition.
Selling a South Carolina Home: What Are My Disclosure Obligations?
Guidance on what residential real estate sellers must tell prospective home buyers when selling a house in South Carolina.
I've Invented Something! How Do I Make Money Off It?
Patents can help you profit from your invention.
How to Arrange a Short-Term Rent-Back With Your Home Buyers
A rent-back agreement can be critical to ensuring that the sellers don't face a gap in housing if they close their sale before finding a new place to live.
Home Contractors: What to Do About Non-Paying Homeowners
Various methods to pressure a homeowner into paying for home improvement work you've performed.
I Did Home Repairs Under Oral Agreement, Now Homeowner Won't Pay. What Now?
Even without a written contract, you can pursue, not to mention sue, a non-paying homeowner.
Suing Home Contractor for Construction Defects in Small Claims Court in Texas
Not happy with work done by your Texas home contractor? Consider small claims court as an avenue of relief.
How Do I Make My Home Contractor Pay the Court Judgment?
The court says your contractor owes you money, but he's not paying it. What steps can you take to collect?
Mechanic's Liens in Texas for Homeowners
How can Texas homeowners handle mechanic's liens placed on their property?
Filing a Federal Trademark Application FAQ
Applying for a federal trademark has many complications. What are some of the basics of the process?