Atty. Mitchell A. Nathanson
A "lawyer's lawyer" is how others in the industry have described Mitchell A. Nathanson.
Creditors Rights & More Attorney · Serving Garden City, NY · 35+ Years Experience
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About Mitchell A. Nathanson at a Glance
Mitchell A. Nathanson is a Partner based in Garden City, New York, practicing at The Nathanson Law Firm LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, debt settlement, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1991), United States District Court, Eastern District of New York (1992), United States District Court, Southern District of New York (1992), and New York (1992). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D. Moot, 1991) and Yeshiva University (B.A. Political, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mitchell A. Nathanson
- A "lawyer's lawyer" is how others in the industry have described Mitchell A. Nathanson
- Attorneys from across the country consider Mitchell their "go to" lawyer for their own clients when seeking to enforce judgments against debtors in New York State
- He will leave no stone unturned when searching for assets, and his determination and perseverance combined with personal attention to detail are evident throughout the judgment enforcement process
- In 1991, Mitchell graduated from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City, after earning a degree in Political Science from Yeshiva University in Manhattan
- While at Nathanson, Devack and Memmoli from 1992-2004, he earned the respect of his peers for his integrity and legal acumen
- Mitchell is admired for his straightforward and analytical approach to assessing and resolving legal issues
- Mitchell continuously maintains the Martindale-Hubbell "AV" rating as a pre-eminent attorney and has developed professional and courteous relationships with the area judges
- It is a testament to his success that all of Mitchell’s clients followed him to The Nathanson Law Firm LLP when he and his father, Mark Nathanson, established their partnership in 2004 with a mission to ensure that each client’s problems and concerns receive the utmost care and attention
- His clients include members of medical practices, banks and lending institutions, private schools, and commercial creditors in both retail debt collections and consumer credit transactions
- He has received referrals from attorneys in more than 25 states on behalf of their commercial clients, assisting in collecting debts to satisfaction or settlement, via execution when necessary
- He is often retained to sue debtors who may have assets in New York, and to domesticate sister state judgments pursuant to the full faith and credit clause of the United States Constitution, as well as for general judgment enforcement proceedings, foreign and domestic
- As a member of the Nassau County Bar Association, Mitchell volunteers for the Mortgage Foreclosure Defense Clinic, providing realistic advice and presenting available options to low income homeowners facing potential foreclosure or eviction
- He also belongs to the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and The Commercial Law League of America
- Local clients from Nassau County and Suffolk County seek Mitchell's guidance to evict tenants and to defend against eviction in non-payment and holdover proceedings, where he serves as counsel for both landlords and tenants at the District Courthouse
- He is highly regarded for his drafting and negotiating skills, representing either purchasers or sellers in residential real estate transactions, as well as landlords or tenants for residential and commercial leases
- Mitchell is active in community affairs and is known by the local politicians both as a lay leader and in a professional capacity
- Not only have the local synagogues retained Mitchell for pro-bono matters, but the Rabbis have also referred their congregants to Mitchell for foreclosure defense, debt resolution, debt relief, debt settlement, asset protection, wills, estate planning and traffic violations, as they are aware of his calm demeanor and concern for the well-being of all clients of The Nathanson Law Firm LLP. When not at the office or in court, Mitchell relaxes by watching the New York Mets
- Even then, Mitchell remains accessible to clients and will respond to any crisis that may arise at a moment's notice
- Industry Areas • Banking • Commercial • Medical • Private Schools / Yeshiva Day Schools • Real Estate Featured Pro Bono Activities Nassau County Bar Association Mortgage Foreclosure Clinic • Advise homeowners facing foreclosure of debt options and provide strategies for prioritizing debt
- The Eliezer Project • Advise members of the Jewish community in Nassau County with financial difficulties in foreclosure defense, debt settlement, defense litigation and asset protection Professional & Bar Association Memberships • American Bar Association • New York State Bar Association • Nassau County Bar Association • Commercial Law League of America
Practice Areas Explained
Mitchell A. Nathanson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell A. Nathanson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Garden City.
Estate Planning & Probate in Garden City
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Garden City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Garden City
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Debt Settlement in Garden City
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Garden City
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Garden City
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 Garden City 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.
Garden City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Garden City-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 Garden City Choose Mitchell A. Nathanson
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 Mitchell A. Nathanson's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, debt settlement, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mitchell A. Nathanson brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, United States District Court, Eastern District of New York, and United States District Court, Southern District of New York, Mitchell A. Nathanson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and real estate, Mitchell A. Nathanson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Garden City
A Garden City-based practice means Mitchell A. Nathanson 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 Mitchell A. Nathanson Handles in Garden City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mitchell A. Nathanson 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.
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