Atty. Simon Kimmelman
Simon Kimmelman is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization and creditors' rights, litigation, appeals and 1 other area of law. Simon received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 48+ Years Experience
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About Simon Kimmelman at a Glance
Simon Kimmelman is an Attorney based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1978), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1978) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Simon Kimmelman
- Simon Kimmelman is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, financial reorganization and creditors' rights, litigation, appeals and 1 other area of law
- Simon received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Simon practices at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. in Newark, NJ
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Simon Kimmelman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Simon Kimmelman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Newark
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 Newark
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Civil Litigation in Newark
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Newark
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
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 venue, 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.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-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 Newark Choose Simon Kimmelman
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 Simon Kimmelman's practice in the field of bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Simon Kimmelman 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.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, Simon Kimmelman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation, Simon Kimmelman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Simon Kimmelman 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 Simon Kimmelman Handles in Newark
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