Atty. Eric Andrew Schaffer
Eric Andrew Schaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & commercial restructuring, bankruptcy / chapter 7, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 10 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Bankruptcy & Commercial Restructuring & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Eric Andrew Schaffer at a Glance
Eric Andrew Schaffer is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, trusts, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eighth, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits (1979), New York (2003), and Virginia (2020). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Virginia (B.A. Government, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Andrew Schaffer
- Eric Andrew Schaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & commercial restructuring, bankruptcy / chapter 7, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 10 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Eric practices at Reed Smith LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Andrew Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Andrew Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in New York
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Trusts in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric Andrew Schaffer is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Eric Andrew Schaffer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Andrew Schaffer's practice in the field of chapter 7, trusts, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Andrew Schaffer brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eighth, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits, New York, and Virginia, Eric Andrew Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, trusts, and business, Eric Andrew Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric Andrew Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric Andrew Schaffer Handles in New York
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