Atty. Gregory Messer
Attorney Gregory Messer has been practicing law in New York for 32 years. An extremely credentialed lawyer, Mr.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About Gregory Messer at a Glance
Gregory Messer is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at The Law Office of Gregory Messer. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, the Southern District of New York (1978). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 1977) and Drew University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gregory Messer
- Attorney Gregory Messer has been practicing law in New York for 32 years
- An extremely credentialed lawyer, Mr. Messer has the legal acumen needed to handle even the most complex bankruptcy matters for consumers and companies
- He frequently receives referrals from other attorneys and past clients who speak highly of his professional abilities
- Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification since 1995, Mr. Messer has been a panel trustee for the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel for the Eastern and Southern districts of New York for 30 years
- Noteworthy Awards Admitted for 32 years with a focus primarily in the area of bankruptcy for the past 30 years
- A member of the panel of Trustees for the Southern and Eastern District and have been so since 1980
- Listed in Super Lawyers, Bar Register of Pre-eminent Lawyers and rated AV Peer review rated by Martindale Hubbell
- Sought after and accomplished lecturer in bankruptcy law
- Lectured before the Brooklyn Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Bar Association of the City of New York, New York County Lawyers Association and the Practising Law Institute as well as other professional and trade groups
- Board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification since 1995
- In addition to his certification and panel appointment, Mr. Messer is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review RatedSM by Martindale-Hubbell®, and is listed in Super Lawyers and the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers™
- He will be appearing in the inaugural publication of the Super Lawyers Business Edition
- Most recently, Mr. Messer received the Frieda S. Nisnewitz Award for Service to the Brooklyn community in 2003
- He also received the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Pro Bono Award in 1999
- Professional Memberships Mr. Messer has been a panel member for the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel for the Eastern and Southern districts of New York since 1980
- He is a fellow in the American Bar Foundation, and he is a member of the Nassau County Bar Association, the Brooklyn Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association and the American Bar Association
- He is also part of the American Bankruptcy Institute, the American Bankruptcy Board of Certification and the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees
- Lectures An authority on bankruptcy law, Mr. Messer is a frequent lecturer for the New York State Bar Association, the Practicing Law Institute, The Bar Association of the City of New York, the New York County Lawyers Association and the Brooklyn Bar Association
- Community involvement Mr. Messer is treasurer of the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project, an organization dedicated to helping low-income Brooklyn residents who have legal needs
- He is also a volunteer youth athletic coach
Practice Areas Explained
Gregory Messer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory Messer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Brooklyn
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Trusts in Brooklyn
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Brooklyn
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Brooklyn
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 Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
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 Brooklyn 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.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose Gregory Messer
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 Gregory Messer's practice in the field of chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gregory Messer brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, trusts, and chapter 13, Gregory Messer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means Gregory Messer 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 Gregory Messer Handles in Brooklyn
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gregory Messer has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gregory Messer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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