Atty. Howard Schachter

Atty. Howard Schachter

Mr. Howard Schachter is a lawyer practicing collections, bankruptcy & debt.

Hamilton Hamilton 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Schachter at a glance

Howard Schachter is a Member based in Hamilton, New Jersey, practicing at Schachter Portnoy Schneck, L.L.C. Attorneys at Law. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1988), New York (1988), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1988), and Tennessee (2013). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1988) and Kean College of New Jersey (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mercer County Bar Association. Serands clients in Hamilton, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Howard Schachter is a lawyer practicing collections, bankruptcy & debt
  • Howard received a B.S. degree from Kean College of New Jersey in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Howard practices at Schachter Portnoy Schneck, L.L.C
  • Attorneys at Law in Hamilton, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Schachter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Schachter 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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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Hamilton 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 Howard Schachter

Where is Howard Schachter's law office located?
Howard Schachter's law practice is located in Hamilton, New Jersey. The firm is Schachter Portnoy Schneck, L.L.C. Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Schachter handle?
Howard Schachter focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Howard Schachter practiced law?
Howard Schachter has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Howard Schachter go to law school?
Howard Schachter earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Howard Schachter for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Schachter 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 Howard Schachter received?
Howard Schachter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1988
B.S.
Kean College of New Jersey
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
Tennessee
Admitted: 2013
Georgia
Admitted: 2015

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