Atty. Richard Mark Seltzer

Atty. Richard Mark Seltzer

Richard Mark Seltzer is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, employer bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a M.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

New York New York 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Richard Mark Seltzer at a glance

Richard Mark Seltzer is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Cohen, Weiss and Simon LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, employment, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fifth, Sixth (1976). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1975) and University of Pennsylvania (M.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Mark Seltzer is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, employer bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a M.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Richard practices at Cohen, Weiss and Simon LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Mark Seltzer's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Employment Law

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

Richard Mark Seltzer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Richard Mark Seltzer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Richard Mark Seltzer is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in New York →

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 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 Richard Mark Seltzer

Where is Richard Mark Seltzer's law office located?
Richard Mark Seltzer's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cohen, Weiss and Simon LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Mark Seltzer handle?
Richard Mark Seltzer focuses on chapter 7, employment, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Mark Seltzer practiced law?
Richard Mark Seltzer has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Richard Mark Seltzer go to law school?
Richard Mark Seltzer earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (M.A., 1972).
How can I contact Richard Mark Seltzer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Mark Seltzer received?
Richard Mark Seltzer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1975
M.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fifth, Sixth
Admitted: 1976

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