Atty. Stuart I. Gordon
Stuart I. Gordon is a partner in Rivkin Radler LLP’s Bankruptcy Practice Group and focuses his practice on bankruptcy, corporate reorganization, and related litigation matters.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law & More Attorney · Serving Uniondale, NY
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About Stuart I. Gordon at a Glance
Stuart I. Gordon is a bankruptcy attorney based in Uniondale, New York, practicing at Rivkin Radler LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at George Washington University (B.B.A) and St. John's University (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Uniondale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart I. Gordon
- Stuart I. Gordon is a partner in Rivkin Radler LLP’s Bankruptcy Practice Group and focuses his practice on bankruptcy, corporate reorganization, and related litigation matters
- Based in Uniondale, New York, he represents a diverse range of clients, including financial institutions, insurance companies, real estate owners and developers, retailers, manufacturers, distributors, restaurants, physicians and medical practices, non-profit organizations, unions, and health and welfare funds
- Stuart handles litigation arising under the Bankruptcy Code and regularly appears in bankruptcy courts nationwide
- His work includes contested matters involving motions for relief from the automatic stay, avoidance actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and disputes concerning property rights
- He also prosecutes and defends matters involving preferences, fraudulent conveyances, the assumption or rejection of executory contracts, and issues related to the dischargeability of debt
- His practice encompasses all aspects of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Stuart represents debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, creditors’ committees, purchasers of distressed debt and assets, plan proponents, landlords, equipment lessors, and equity holders in complex bankruptcy and restructuring matters
- His experience includes both Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings, as well as related Litigation - Bankruptcy matters
- In addition, Stuart represents insurance carriers in bankruptcy cases involving competing claims to insurance proceeds
- He assists insurers in navigating complex insolvency proceedings and works to protect their contractual and statutory rights, including the incorporation of insurance neutrality provisions and related protections in plans of reorganization and court-approved agreements
Practice Areas Explained
Stuart I. Gordon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart I. Gordon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Uniondale.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Uniondale
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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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Uniondale
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 Uniondale 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.
Uniondale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Uniondale-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 Uniondale Choose Stuart I. Gordon
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 Stuart I. Gordon's practice in the field of bankruptcy.
Focused Bankruptcy Practice
Concentrating on bankruptcy means Stuart I. Gordon's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Uniondale
A Uniondale-based practice means Stuart I. Gordon 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 Stuart I. Gordon Handles in Uniondale
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