Atty. Greg Robert Yates
Mr. Greg Robert Yates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, workouts & business reorganization, bankruptcy litigation, distressed transactions and 6 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 37+ Years Experience
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About Greg Robert Yates at a Glance
Greg Robert Yates is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Greg Yates Consulting. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1989), New York (1996), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of (2000). Educated at University of Alabama School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Alabama (M.P.A. Finance, 1977). Active member of Co-Chair: Bankruptcy Subcommittee Commercial and Business Litigation Committee Section of Litigation, American Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Greg Robert Yates
- Mr. Greg Robert Yates is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, workouts & business reorganization, bankruptcy litigation, distressed transactions and 6 other areas of law
- Greg received a M.P.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Greg practices at Greg Yates Consulting in New York, NY
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Greg Robert Yates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Greg Robert Yates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Contracts 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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Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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.
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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in New York
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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 Greg Robert Yates
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 Greg Robert Yates's practice in the field of contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Greg Robert Yates brings 37+ 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 Alabama, New York, and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of, Greg Robert Yates can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and real estate, Greg Robert Yates 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 Greg Robert Yates 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 Greg Robert Yates Handles in New York
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