Top Bankruptcy Lawyers From New York

Bankruptcy in New York is a powerful legal remedy for individuals, families, and businesses overwhelmed by financial obligations and seeking a fresh financial start. In one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-paced states, financial setbacks can happen quickly—but recovery is absolutely possible. Whether through Chapter 7 to discharge debt, Chapter 13 to reorganize personal finances, or Chapter 11 for corporate restructuring, New York’s bankruptcy laws offer proven pathways to stability and renewal. From Wall Street to Main Street, New Yorkers turn to bankruptcy not as a last resort, but as a strategic decision to protect assets, stop collections, and reclaim control. Navigating this process requires the right expertise. That’s why we’ve curated a selection of top-rated bankruptcy attorneys in New York—highly respected professionals known for their legal precision, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to helping clients reset and rise.

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Ira Treuhaft
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, ...
Thomas Knaphle
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Alimony, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements, ...
Leo Jacobs
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Administrative, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Corporate & Incorporation, Debt & Lending, Litigation, Trusts
Bennett H. Last
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business, Estate Planning, Intellectual Property, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Copyright, Corporate & Incorporation, Creditor Debtor Rights, Guardianship, Intellectual Property Litigation, ...
Christiaan Mauritz Van Niekerk
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
John T. Doherty
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Commercial Real Estate, Foreclosure, Litigation, Residential Real Estate, Title & Boundary Issues
Cristine Pirro Schwarzman
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business, Health Care
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions
Andrew I. Silfen
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Creditor Debtor Rights, Litigation
Michael Morgan
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Corporate & Incorporation, Creditor Debtor Rights
Rolfi J. Adon

Rolfi J. Adon

  • Adon & Associates, Attorneys At Law
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Family, Immigration, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Alimony, Asylum, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, Citizenship & Naturalization, ...
Michael D. Pinsky
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt & Lending
Paula M. Barbaruolo
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Commercial Real Estate, Debt & Lending, Land Use & Zoning, Residential Real Estate
Paul M. Pochepan
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Estate Planning
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt & Lending, Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Social Security & Disability, ...
Nicholas P. Crowell
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Insurance, Lawsuits & Disputes, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Arbitration, Litigation, Securities Litigation
Candace M. Arthur
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Creditor Debtor Rights
Marissa Alter-Nelson
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business, Lawsuits & Disputes, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Class Action, Commercial Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions
Barbie D. Lieber
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt & Lending, Foreclosure
Ronald S. Cook
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business, Criminal Defense, Health Care, Immigration, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Asylum, Car Accidents, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Citizenship & Naturalization, Construction Accidents, ...
Howard S. Steel
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Cannabis Law, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions
Todd E. Duffy
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Jessica Grady
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Creditor Debtor Rights, Debt & Lending
Alexander Anderson
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Business
Practice Areas: Advertising, Aviation & Aerospace, Corporate & Incorporation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax
Andrew M. Doktofsky
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Civil Rights, Estate Planning
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt & Lending, Probate
Wayne M. Greenwald
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Arbitration, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Litigation

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