Atty. Scott Howard Bernstein

Atty. Scott Howard Bernstein

Scott Howard Bernstein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, civil litigation, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Newark Newark 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Howard Bernstein at a glance

Scott Howard Bernstein is a formation, chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2002), New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Co (2003), Connecticut (2016), and Pennsylvania (2016). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2002) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1999). Active member of New York State Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Howard Bernstein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, civil litigation, commercial and 3 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Scott practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Howard Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Scott Howard Bernstein is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in New Jersey →

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Scott Howard Bernstein is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott Howard Bernstein is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Scott Howard Bernstein is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

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

Scott Howard Bernstein is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Howard Bernstein

Where is Scott Howard Bernstein's law office located?
Scott Howard Bernstein's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Howard Bernstein handle?
Scott Howard Bernstein focuses on formation, chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Scott Howard Bernstein practiced law?
Scott Howard Bernstein has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Scott Howard Bernstein go to law school?
Scott Howard Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Scott Howard Bernstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2002
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1999

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2002
New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Co
Admitted: 2003
Connecticut
Admitted: 2016
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2016
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2017

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