Atty. Eric Scott Goldstein
Eric Scott Goldstein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and creditors' rights counseling, bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation, business and finance and 5 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1997, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Hartford, CT · 28+ Years Experience
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About Eric Scott Goldstein at a Glance
Eric Scott Goldstein is a Partner based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, bankruptcy, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1998) and Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. District Court, District of CT U.S. Di (2006). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Emory University (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Connecticut Bar Association: Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section •American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Scott Goldstein
- Eric Scott Goldstein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and creditors' rights counseling, bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation, business and finance and 5 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1997, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Eric practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Scott Goldstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Scott Goldstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hartford.
Trusts in Hartford
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Business & Corporate Law in Hartford
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Hartford
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric Scott Goldstein is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Connecticut →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Hartford
Eric Scott Goldstein is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Connecticut →
Civil Litigation in Hartford
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hartford
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hartford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hartford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hartford-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 Hartford Choose Eric Scott Goldstein
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 Scott Goldstein's practice in the field of trusts, business, bankruptcy, m&a, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Scott Goldstein brings 28+ 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 York and Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. District Court, District of CT U.S. Di, Eric Scott Goldstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, business, and bankruptcy, Eric Scott Goldstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hartford
A Hartford-based practice means Eric Scott Goldstein 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 Scott Goldstein Handles in Hartford
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