Atty. James A. Beldner

Atty. James A. Beldner

James A. Beldner is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, restructuring, creditors committees and 2 other areas of law.

New York New York 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (332) 232-5015

Profile Summary

About James A. Beldner at a glance

James A. Beldner is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Federal District and Southern and Eastern Districts of N (1981). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nassau County (Member, Insolvency Section), New York State and American (Member, Bankruptcy and Reorganization Section) Bar Associations Commercial Law League of America American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Beldner is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, restructuring, creditors committees and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Cooley LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Beldner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Beldner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Beldner

Where is James A. Beldner's law office located?
James A. Beldner's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Beldner handle?
James A. Beldner focuses on employment, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James A. Beldner practiced law?
James A. Beldner has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James A. Beldner go to law school?
James A. Beldner earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James A. Beldner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Beldner received?
James A. Beldner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1973
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Federal District and Southern and Eastern Districts of N
Admitted: 1981

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