Atty. Ronald Barry Risdon
Ronald Barry Risdon is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy / debt and 1 other area of law. Ronald received a A.B. degree from College of William and Mary in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About Ronald Barry Risdon at a Glance
Ronald Barry Risdon is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1977) and College of William and Mary (A.B. Economics, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ronald Barry Risdon
- Ronald Barry Risdon is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, bankruptcy / chapter 11, bankruptcy / debt and 1 other area of law
- Ronald received a A.B. degree from College of William and Mary in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Ronald practices at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP in New York, NY
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Ronald Barry Risdon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald Barry Risdon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
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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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in New York
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Securities Law in New York
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Consumer Protection in New York
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Ronald Barry Risdon
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 Ronald Barry Risdon's practice in the field of bankruptcy, chapter 11, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ronald Barry Risdon brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, chapter 11, and securities, Ronald Barry Risdon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Ronald Barry Risdon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ronald Barry Risdon Handles in New York
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