Atty. Debra J. Cohen

Atty. Debra J. Cohen

Debra J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy reorganization, workouts, insolvency and 5 other areas of law.

New York New York 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Debra J. Cohen at a glance

Debra J. Cohen is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Halperin Battaglia Raicht, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1991), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1991), and New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1992). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.S., 1988). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy reorganization, workouts, insolvency and 5 other areas of law
  • Debra J. received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Debra J. practices at Halperin Battaglia Raicht, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Debra J. Cohen's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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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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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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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 Debra J. Cohen

Where is Debra J. Cohen's law office located?
Debra J. Cohen's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Halperin Battaglia Raicht, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra J. Cohen handle?
Debra J. Cohen focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Debra J. Cohen practiced law?
Debra J. Cohen has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Debra J. Cohen go to law school?
Debra J. Cohen earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Debra J. Cohen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- 1991
B.S.
Brooklyn College of the City University of New York
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1992

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