Atty. Joel Schechter

Atty. Joel Schechter

Joel Schechter is a Principal and Co-Chair of Cummings & Lockwood's Corporate & Finance Group and is based in the Naples Office. Joel represents lenders throughout the United States in complex credit arrangements, with particular emphasis on credit facilities to private equity funds, hedge funds and their principals; professional sports teams and their owners; and wealthy families and their operating and planning vehicles.

Naples Naples 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Schechter at a glance

Joel Schechter is a Principal based in Naples, Florida, practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1987) and Florida (1996). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1987) and Cornell University (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut Bar Association Florida Bar Association. Serands clients in Naples, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel Schechter is a Principal and Co-Chair of Cummings & Lockwood's Corporate & Finance Group and is based in the Naples Office
  • Joel represents lenders throughout the United States in complex credit arrangements, with particular emphasis on credit facilities to private equity funds, hedge funds and their principals
  • professional sports teams and their owners
  • and wealthy families and their operating and planning vehicles
  • These credit facilities are secured by professional sports franchises and their assets
  • restricted and unrestricted interests in limited partnerships, LLCs and corporations
  • rights to call and receive capital and management fees from investors and private investment funds
  • real estate mortgages
  • and aircraft, yachts, fine art collections, automobile collections, wine collections and other exotic collateral
  • Professional Organizations • Connecticut Bar Association • Florida Bar Association Professional Recognition • Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated Videos • Introduction to Cummings & Lockwood’s Corporate & Finance Group

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Schechter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Naples are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel Schechter

Where is Joel Schechter's law office located?
Joel Schechter's law practice is located in Naples, Florida. The firm is Cummings & Lockwood LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Schechter handle?
Joel Schechter focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joel Schechter practiced law?
Joel Schechter has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joel Schechter go to law school?
Joel Schechter earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Joel Schechter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joel Schechter received?
Joel Schechter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
- 1987
A.B.
Cornell University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1987
Florida
Admitted: 1996

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