Av. Peter A. Pastore

Av. Peter A. Pastore

Peter is a partner in our Business Law department, concentrating on corporate bankruptcy cases, commercial law and banking law. With over 40 years of experience representing banks and secured lenders, Peter regularly appears in bankruptcy court for the Northern District of New York.

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Profile Summary

About Peter A. Pastore at a glance

Peter A. Pastore is a business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Latham, New York, practicing at O'Connell & Aronowitz. Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Latham, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Peter is a partner in our Business Law department, concentrating on corporate bankruptcy cases, commercial law and banking law
  • With over 40 years of experience representing banks and secured lenders, Peter regularly appears in bankruptcy court for the Northern District of New York
  • In addition to his creditors’ rights practice, he has represented several Chapter 11 debtors and has successfully confirmed a number of Chapter 11 reorganization cases
  • Peter’s clients include banks, leasing companies, local businesses and individual entrepreneurs
  • Peter is admitted in all four Federal District Courts in New York State as well as the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
  • He has extensive litigation experience in New York State
  • Peter has regularly been named to the Upstate New York Super Lawyers list, a distinction earned by less that 5% of attorneys in the state
  • He is a graduate of Stanford University, Phi Beta Kappa and Albany Law School

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Pastore's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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.

Peter A. Pastore is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Latham 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 andnue, 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 Peter A. Pastore

Where is Peter A. Pastore's law office located?
Peter A. Pastore's law practice is located in Latham, New York. The firm is O'Connell & Aronowitz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Pastore handle?
Peter A. Pastore focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Peter A. Pastore go to law school?
Peter A. Pastore earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact Peter A. Pastore for a consultation?
You can contact Peter A. Pastore 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 Peter A. Pastore received?
Peter A. Pastore's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Eğitim

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1980

Ödüller

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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