Issues of Ownership and Forgery
Investigating the origin of a work and authenticating it for sale raise a number of important legal issues. Intentional forgery is a crime. The unknowing sale of a forged or fraudulent item can result in a civil action for lack of due diligence.
At the law office of Georges G. Lederman, we represent auction houses, art galleries, collectors, private dealers and other individuals in civil and criminal cases involving issues of provenance and authentication.
Our firm has established a reputation as a leader in the field of art law. The founder of our firm, Georges G. Lederman, is a well respected criminal and civil lawyer who has helped many members of the art community resolve difficult legal disputes involving allegations of sales tax evasion, art fraud, fraudulent inducement to sell and misrepresentation.
Based in New York City, our firm has helped clients in New York and across the globe in disputed legal matters involving fine art. In each case we handle, we work closely with clients to provide individualized and highly responsive legal service.
Experience that Makes a Difference
Whether you are involved in a complex civil lawsuit or charged with a crime, you need an experienced attorney who can handle your case with the highest degree of competence and care. The founder of our firm, Georges G. Lederman, has more than 25 years of legal experience. He is a former prosecutor who worked in the Frauds Division of the New York County District Attorney's Office. He is also Of Counsel to the art law firm of Danziger, Danziger & Muro, LLP.
Contact Information
Our New York law office can be reached at 646-867-1156. If you have questions about a case involving provenance, authentication or other art-related matter, you may also reach us online by e-mail.
