About Leo Fraser Attorney at Law · New York
The Law Office of Leo W. Fraser III is a solo practitioner law firm in Midtown Manhattan at 445 Park Avenue, providing immigration, employment, business, insurance, and civil litigation services to individuals and businesses across New York City and surrounding boroughs. Leo W. Fraser III has been admitted to practice in New York since 1979 and graduated from Fordham University School of Law. The firm emphasizes honest, client-focused counsel with over four decades of experience guiding New Yorkers through legal challenges.
Leo Fraser, Attorney at Law, has been a trusted provider of legal services in New York since 1979, helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal matters with honesty and care. Founded and led by Leo W. Fraser III, a 1979 graduate of Fordham University School of Law, the firm operates from a single headquarters on the 9th floor of 445 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. Over more than 47 years of practice, the firm has developed a broad practice that spans immigration law (citizenship, visas, green cards, business immigration, and immigration appeals), employment law (wrongful termination, discrimination, wage claims, employment contracts, and workers' compensation), business law (entity formation, contracts, trademark protection, partnership disputes, and corporate compliance), insurance law (policy review, coverage disputes, bad-faith claims, liability/property claims, and insurance litigation), and civil litigation. The firm's stated philosophy centers on treating clients 'not as cases but as people seeking dependable guidance,' with values of trust, compassion, fairness, honesty, reliability, and dedication. Leo Fraser's approach is collaborative and client-focused; he builds long-lasting relationships and tailors his strategy to each client's unique situation. The firm proudly serves a wide service area across New York City and nearby communities, including Yonkers, Huntington, Long Beach, Valley Stream, Hempstead, Garden City, Freeport, Hicksville, Port Washington, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Glen Cove, Great Neck, and White Plains. With a single professional license on record through the New York State Office of Court Administration and consistent registration renewals into 2026, the firm has maintained continuous legal practice in New York for nearly half a century.
- In business
- Since 1979 (47 years of experience)
- Owner
- Leo W. Fraser III, Esq.
- Serves
- New York City and surrounding boroughs, including Yonkers, Huntington, Long Beach, Valley Stream, Hempstead, Garden City, Freeport, Hicksville, Port Washington, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Glen Cove, Great Neck, and White Plains, NY
About the Firm
Leo Fraser, Attorney at Law, has been a trusted provider of legal services since 1979. Leo Fraser has extensive experience helping people and businesses with legal matters related to business law, immigration law, and employment law, throughout New York and the surrounding areas. His approach is collaborative and client-focused, building strong, long-lasting relationships with each client. From drafting and negotiating contracts to navigating complex immigration and employment issues, Leo Fraser provides the guidance and support needed to succeed. The firm prides itself on personalized, professional, and effective legal services. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges facing businesses, individuals, and families in today's complex legal landscape, Leo Fraser works tirelessly to help clients achieve their desired outcomes. Every case is treated as unique, with the approach tailored to meet each client's specific needs and focused on achieving the top possible outcome.
- Founded in 1979
- Solo practitioner law office
- Headquartered at 445 Park Avenue, Floor 9, New York, NY 10022
- Values: trust, compassion, fairness, honesty, reliability, dedication
Attorney: Leo W. Fraser III
Leo W. Fraser III, Esq., is the founder and sole attorney of the firm. He graduated from Fordham University School of Law in 1979 and was admitted to the New York State Bar the same year. He maintains active registration with the New York State Office of Court Administration under Attorney Registration #1502533 and is listed as a representative before the New York Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board. With over 47 years of legal practice in New York, Mr. Fraser brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges facing businesses, individuals, and families in today's complex legal landscape.
- J.D., Fordham University School of Law (1979)
- New York State Bar admission year: 1979
- New York State OCA Registration #1502533
- Currently registered; next renewal October 2026
Practice Areas
The Law Office of Leo W. Fraser III provides dependable legal services across five core practice areas: immigration law, employment law, business law, civil litigation, and insurance law. Whether clients need help with a complex dispute, planning for the future, or protecting their rights in court, the firm delivers personalized, results-driven solutions.
- Immigration Law
- Employment Law
- Business Law
- Civil Litigation
- Insurance Law
Immigration Law
The immigration practice helps individuals, families, and businesses secure citizenship, visas, and strong representation in immigration matters. Services include naturalization, green card applications, visitor visas, investment visas (including EB-5), business immigration compliance, and immigration appeals. The firm guides clients through every step of the immigration and naturalization process with expertise as a trusted local counsel.
- Citizenship and Naturalization
- Green Cards
- Visitor Visas
- Investment Visas (EB-5)
- Business Immigration
- Immigration Appeals
Employment Law
The firm represents both employees and employers in employment matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, wage claims, and conflicts. It also handles employment contract drafting and disputes, as well as workers' compensation matters. According to the firm's published service information, 'we represent clients in wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage claims.'
- Wrongful Termination Claims
- Employment Discrimination
- Wage Claims
- Employment Contract Disputes
- Workers' Compensation
Business Law
The business law practice helps companies form entities, draft enforceable contracts, and resolve disputes efficiently. The firm serves clients ranging from small local firms to large corporations, providing precision and protection in every legal matter. Services include business formation and structure (LLC, corporation, partnership), contracts and agreements, trademark protection, dispute resolution and litigation, partnership disputes, and corporate compliance and governance.
- Business Formation & Structure
- Contracts & Agreements
- Trademark Protection
- Dispute Resolution & Litigation
- Partnership Disputes
- Corporate Compliance & Governance
Insurance Law
The insurance practice helps policyholders level the playing field against insurance companies. With more than 47 years of experience, the firm provides honest, effective representation to clients facing coverage denials, bad-faith claims, and liability disputes, working to ensure insurance companies honor their promises. Each case is handled with integrity, clear communication, and a dedication to financial recovery.
- Policy Review & Interpretation
- Coverage Disputes
- Bad Faith Claims
- Liability & Property Claims
- Negotiations & Settlements
- Insurance Litigation
Civil Litigation
The firm provides civil litigation services to resolve disputes efficiently through strong, fair advocacy in court or through negotiation. This includes breach of contract claims, business disputes, and insurance-related litigation. The firm's philosophy is to act as a long-term partner for clients, helping business owners anticipate challenges, protect their intellectual property, and secure fair outcomes in disputes.
- Court and Trial Representation
- Negotiation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Breach of Contract Claims
Areas Served
The firm proudly serves clients across New York City and nearby boroughs with dependable legal services. The published service area includes a broad sweep of New York City neighborhoods and suburban communities across the five boroughs, Long Island, and Westchester County.
- New York, NY
- Yonkers, NY
- Huntington, NY
- Long Beach, NY
- Valley Stream, NY
- Hempstead, NY
- Garden City, NY
- Freeport, NY
- Hicksville, NY
- Port Washington, NY
- New Rochelle, NY
- Mount Vernon, NY
- Glen Cove, NY
- Great Neck, NY
- White Plains, NY
Contact and Office Information
The firm's headquarters are located at 445 Park Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10022, in Midtown Manhattan. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the office closed on weekends.
- Address: 445 Park Ave, Floor 9, New York, NY 10022
- Phone: (646) 402-6636
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Weekends: Closed