Atty. Steven Eric Shumer
Steven Eric Shumer is a lawyer practicing mediation, family/matrimonial law, bankruptcy law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Woodbury, NY · 34+ Years Experience
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About Steven Eric Shumer at a Glance
Steven Eric Shumer is a Partner based in Woodbury, New York, practicing at Berger, Fischoff & Shumer, LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on family law, bankruptcy, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1992) and Connecticut (1992). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1992) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in Woodbury, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Eric Shumer
- Steven Eric Shumer is a lawyer practicing mediation, family/matrimonial law, bankruptcy law
- Steven received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Steven practices at Berger, Fischoff & Shumer, LLP in Woodbury, NY
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Steven Eric Shumer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Eric Shumer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodbury.
Family Law in Woodbury
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Woodbury
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Steven Eric Shumer is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
Mediation & Arbitration in Woodbury
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Steven Eric Shumer is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodbury
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 Woodbury 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.
Woodbury Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodbury-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 Woodbury Choose Steven Eric Shumer
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 Steven Eric Shumer's practice in the field of family law, bankruptcy, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Eric Shumer brings 34+ 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 York and Connecticut, Steven Eric Shumer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, bankruptcy, and adr, Steven Eric Shumer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodbury
A Woodbury-based practice means Steven Eric Shumer 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 Steven Eric Shumer Handles in Woodbury
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steven Eric Shumer has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Steven Eric Shumer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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