Atty. Joel Shafferman

Atty. Joel Shafferman

Joel Shafferman is a lawyer practicing insolvency, creditors rights, creditor rights. Joel received a B.S. degree from Hofstra University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joel Shafferman at a glance

Joel Shafferman is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Shafferman & Feldman LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1986) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern District of New York (1986). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Hofstra University (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joel Shafferman is a lawyer practicing insolvency, creditors rights, creditor rights
  • Joel received a B.S. degree from Hofstra University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Joel practices at Shafferman & Feldman LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Shafferman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Shafferman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel Shafferman

Where is Joel Shafferman's law office located?
Joel Shafferman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Shafferman & Feldman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Shafferman handle?
Joel Shafferman focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joel Shafferman practiced law?
Joel Shafferman has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Joel Shafferman go to law school?
Joel Shafferman earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Joel Shafferman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra University School of Law
- 1985
B.S.
Hofstra University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986

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