Atty. Eric S Chafetz
Eric S Chafetz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization & creditors rights. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years.
Bankruptcy, Financial Reorganization & Creditors' Rights Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 22+ Years Experience
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About Eric S Chafetz at a Glance
Eric S Chafetz is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Lowenstein Sandler Llp. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2004), New York (2005), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2005), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2005). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2004) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2000). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric S Chafetz
- Eric S Chafetz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization & creditors rights
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Eric practices at Lowenstein Sandler LLP in New York, NY
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Eric S Chafetz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric S Chafetz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
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.
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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 S Chafetz
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 S Chafetz's practice in the field of bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric S Chafetz brings 22+ 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 New Jersey, New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Eric S Chafetz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Bankruptcy Practice
Concentrating on bankruptcy means Eric S Chafetz's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric S Chafetz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric S Chafetz Handles in New York
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