Atty. Eric S. Schuster

Atty. Eric S. Schuster

About Eric S. Schuster View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.

Baltimore Baltimore 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (419) 820-3869

Profile Summary

About Eric S. Schuster at a glance

Eric S. Schuster is a Principal based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Funk & Bolton, P.A.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983), Maryland (1985), District of Columbia (1988), and Pennsylvania (2000). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1983) and Tufts University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Eric S. Schuster got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Eric S. Schuster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric S. Schuster 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.

Eric S. Schuster is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Eric S. Schuster is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Eric S. Schuster is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Eric S. Schuster is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baltimore are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric S. Schuster

Where is Eric S. Schuster's law office located?
Eric S. Schuster's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Funk & Bolton, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric S. Schuster handle?
Eric S. Schuster focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Eric S. Schuster practiced law?
Eric S. Schuster has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Eric S. Schuster go to law school?
Eric S. Schuster earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Eric S. Schuster for a consultation?
You can contact Eric S. Schuster directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Eric S. Schuster received?
Eric S. Schuster's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1983
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1983
Maryland
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2000

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