Atty. Gregory A. Kopacz

Atty. Gregory A. Kopacz

Gregory A. Kopacz is a Member of the Sills Cummis & Gross Creditors’ Rights/Bankruptcy Reorganization Practice Group.

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Profile Summary

About Gregory A. Kopacz at a glance

Gregory A. Kopacz is a bankruptcy attorney based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross PC. Admitted to practice in New Jersey, New Jersey, New York, New York, and Massachusetts, Massachusetts. Educated at Boston University School of Law (LL.M. (Banking and Finance Law); J.D.) and Pepperdine University (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gregory A. Kopacz is a Member of the Sills Cummis & Gross Creditors’ Rights/Bankruptcy Reorganization Practice Group
  • He provides practical, business-oriented legal solutions to debtors, official and ad hoc committees, lenders, landlords, tenants, and trade creditors in chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, out-of-court workouts and related litigation
  • His experience spans numerous industries, including education, energy, healthcare, insurance, media and entertainment, real estate, retail, shipping, and textiles

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory A. Kopacz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory A. Kopacz 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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gregory A. Kopacz

Where is Gregory A. Kopacz's law office located?
Gregory A. Kopacz's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Sills Cummis & Gross PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory A. Kopacz handle?
Gregory A. Kopacz focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Gregory A. Kopacz go to law school?
Gregory A. Kopacz earned their education at (LL.M. (Banking and Finance Law); J.D.); (B.A.).
How can I contact Gregory A. Kopacz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gregory A. Kopacz received?
Gregory A. Kopacz's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2023-2025 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2025.

Education

LL.M. (Banking and Finance Law); J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- In Progress
B.A.
Pepperdine University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2023-2025 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2023
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New Jersey, New Jersey
New York, New York
Massachusetts, Massachusetts

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