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Frank A. Natoli
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Biography
Beyond his position as Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Natoli-Legal, LLC (formally Natoli-Lapin, LLC) Mr. Natoli has an extensive background creating enterprise as a small business and international entrepreneur. In 1995, he began a start-up trading company based in both New York and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and was one of the first independent US concerns engaged in commercial trade in that country after many years of restrictions.
Mr. Natoli went on to establish a successful wholesale liquidator & import/export company, and has created and operated an array of small businesses throughout his tenure across a broad spectrum of industries.
Mr. Natoli also spent two years with The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc. in their New York office serving as a Programme Director. He was responsible for crafting and facilitating high-caliber think-tank roundtable events for the editorial staff. These roundtable gatherings covered geo-political and industry specific subjects and hosted Global 100 executives, government officials and thought leaders on topics such as Corporate Governance, Energy, Airline and Automotive Industries, Human Resources, Latin America and more.
After experiencing legal practice working primarily on corporate transactions with a large international law firm, Mr. Natoli decided to focus his legal career on the area he has the greatest passion for: Small Business Entrepreneurship.
Mr. Natoli graduated Columbia University, NY, cum laude, with a BA degree in Political Science focusing on International Relations, and he received his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School, DC, which boasts one of the most respected progams in the United States in the area of Intellectual Property Law.
He is an active member of the American Bar Association's Business Law & Practice Section and a Committee Member of the Middle Market & Small Business Group and Venture Capital & Private Equity Groups. He also serves as an ABA Panel Advisor. Mr. Natoli is licensed to practice law in the States of New York and New Jersey and participates regularly in speaking engagements on the subject of small business and entrepreneurship.
As an aside, Mr. Natoli spent many years as a professional actor in New York City and is still a member of the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television & Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). He is also an accomplished classical and jazz pianist and composer, and a writer of fiction and poetry.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
25%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Contracts and Agreements
25%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Intellectual Property
25%
19 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Hampshire for 7 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 17 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Natoli-Legal, LLC
305 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10007
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Frank A. Natoli's Reviews
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Posted by Lenora | December 4, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Exceptional Attorney
I had a specific trademark infringement concern and needed immediate legal advice. I contacted Mr. Natoli expecting to schedule a consultation and fortunately was able to speak with him directly. I had him on speaker while driving and experienced several dropped calls. Mr. Natoli was patient and call...
Frank Natoli
Replied last December 5, 2024Thank you for your kind words!
Posted by Jan | October 1, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consultation Very Intelligent
Frank Natoli consulted with me concerning a complex copyright of a project. He was very intelligent and knowledgeable. His approachable demeanor made be feel very comfortable and confident discussing my project with him. His advice was very valuable. I will reach out again when I have a billable co...
Frank Natoli
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Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Response to my question
He was nice enough to respond to a question that I posted. On top of that, he responded again to a comment I made after he answered my question. Not too many attorneys will take the time to answer people’s questions for free.
Frank Natoli
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Posted by Aaron | May 7, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Extremely helpful!
I called Frank and he helped me understand how to handle a DMCA takedown notice request that I received. Frank was highly knowledgeable and helped set my mind at ease regarding my situation.
Frank Natoli
Replied last May 8, 2024Thank you for your kind words.
Posted by Louis | April 10, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Exceptional lawyer
I had a consultation with Frank and was very impressed with his knowledge and detailed explanation of the law. He is an excellent communicator, generous with his time and you can tell he truly loves to help people get the best result they can. He was patient and I felt he actually cared about my conc...
Frank Natoli
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Frank A. Natoli's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Natoli is held in high esteem by both his clients and his peers. He has the legal expertise and experience to do a great job as your attorney. I highly recommend this attorney and his services."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Natoli is an outstanding attorney. He is both exceptionally experienced and a zealous advocate for his clients; an absolute credit to the legal profession."
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"Mr. Natoli is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need. He is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help."
"Mr. Natoli is everything a modern business lawyer should be. He actually thinks about appropriate engagement agreements for his nascent business clients. He understands that simply "billing by the pound" is a moribund approach and adapts his practice to the concept that the most valuable "property" is not tangible but conceptual. A lot of "transactional" lawyers could learn a lot watching how he operates. I'm an "old dog" but I learn "new tricks" watching Mr. Natoli."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. This is an attorney who takes the time to care about clients and answer questions with patience and knowledge."
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"Mr. Natoli is professional, bright and finds creative solutions to complex legal problems. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Frank Natoli is a powerful advocate for his clients. He is always prepared and very successful in the courtroom. The client who trusts his case to Justin makes a wise decision, and I highly recommend his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Frank Natoli knows the law extremely well and cares about making sure people understand their rights and obligations. Anyone needing assistance with an intellectual property law legal matter would be well served to contact him."
"Attorney Frank A. Natoli has an exceptional reputation and is a credit to the legal community. If you have a intellectual property law problem, he is your answer. If his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Natoli is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he is bound to invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
"Frank is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."
"I endorse Attorney Natoli. I have viewed his responses and advice that he has offered on a wide range of topics and have found it on point and insightful."
"As a fellow Intellectual Property practitioner, I am consistently impressed by the knowledge and mastery in this area that Attorney Natoli showcases in his answers over Avvo. Mr. Natoli takes the time to carefully and fully answer inquiries and in doing so has earned my full endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Natoli is a frequent contributor on Avvo with whom I regularly agree. His answers are thoughtful, thorough, and candid. He seems well versed in a variety of business and IP-related subject, and appears to take great care to address all of the possible issues that can arise out of a particular course of action. In short, I am happy to endorse Mr. Natoli in the areas of business and intellectual property."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Natoli takes a lot of time to answer questions on the Avvo forum in a meticulous and sound manner. His responses are always great, informative, and to the point."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Avvo Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Avvo Top Contributor, AVVO
2012
Louis M. Brown Award for Legal Access (Meritorious Recognition), American Bar Association's Standing Committee on the Delivery of Legal Services
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Founder; Attorney at Law, Natoli-Legal, LLC (formally Natoli-Lapin)
2002 - 2004
Program Director, The Economist Group, Inc.
Associations
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationIntellectual Property and Business Law Committee Member
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationABA Panel Advisor; Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
USPTO Refusal to Register (Office Actions)
USPTO examiner reconsideration and registration approval.
Breach of Contract Case Analysis and Action
Civil action brought on behalf of client for injunctive and monetary relief. Defendant filed for bankruptcy soon after institution of action.
Trademark Dispute with Apple, Inc.
Settlement in which client’s description was minimally amended and Apple, Inc. agreed to abandon its opposition and allow registration. Client’s trademarks are now registered.
Investment in High-End Restaurant
Amendment to operating agreement terms for the protection of client’s investment in the restaurant.
Trademark Dispute with Time, Inc.
Settlement in which Time, Inc. agreed to compensate client for cost of rebranding.
Publishing Company Partnership
Negotiated terms of investment and partnership; drafted comprehensive operating agreement reflecting the parties’ intent and reorganized company’s structure in light of agreed upon terms.
Education
2007
George Washington University National Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Columbia University, NY, NY.
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
NYU Law School
Starting a Legal Practice
2010
SCORE Counselors Conference
Advising the Entrepreneur
Publications
2016
Lantern Legal Reading Room
Not-for-Profit vs For-Profit Entities
2015
Lantern Legal Reading Room
The Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreements
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If a trademark is dead and cancelled, can it be registered by a new owner?
17 Feb 2026
Q&A
Is my modified version of the Anthora coffee cup design trademark infringement?
14 Dec 2025
Q&A
I would like a lawyer to help me get paid for YouTube videos of my axon video views.
14 Dec 2025
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Copyright Law Quick Overview
31 Dec 2012
Legal Guide
The Benefits of Including an Arbitration Clause
31 Dec 2012
Legal Guide
THE FASHION INDUSTRY and INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
21 Dec 2012