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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.

Recent Articles
Option Contracts for Buying & Selling Real Estate
Not all real estate purchase contracts involve an immediate sale. Something called an "option contract"—essentially, a contract not to revoke an offer once it’s made—can also be used to bring about the sale of real estate, though on a much different schedule than usual. ... Read more
Buying and Selling Mobile Homes (Manufactured Homes)
Mobile homes are a popular residential option in many states. They can be easily moved from place to place, and are typically less expensive than buying a standard brick-and-mortar home. Legally, purchasing a mobile home is similar to purchasing a manufactured (or “pre-fab”) house. ... Read more
Can Home Purchaser or Seller Use "Specific Performance" to Enforce Real Estate Contract?
Can a home buyer or seller force a sale to close by obtaining a court order? ... Read more
Understanding Real Estate Liens
A lien is a claim against property made by someone in order to secure payment of a debt. The lien makes the property collateral against monies or services owed to another person or entity. ... Read more
Can I Sue My Home Seller for Defects Found Post-Closing?
Moved into a new home and discovered surprises like leaks, mold, cracks, or other defects? The cost of fixing those problems might not be solely yours to bear. ... Read more