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Scott Jonathan Goldstein

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Avvo Rating8.6
  • Denville, NJ
  • Licensed for 14 years
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About Scott

I started my own practice with an eye to helping people with problems. I help people with some of the most heart-wrenching areas of their lives - debt and disability.

Bankruptcy and debtor law is one of the most direct ways that I can fix some of the most pervasive and complex issues that my clients face. 

I represent parents of children with disabilities in providing for their children's future, both in setting up the financial vehicles to assure their wellbeing and setting up the legal guardianships that may be needed to ensure that these children are cared for even once they are at the age of legal majority.  I offer these services to families of adults who become disabled and require such assistance.

I pride myself on giving each client personal service and attention.  You're not just a case in my office.  

 

Practice areas

OtherWills and living willsGuardianshipChapter 13 bankruptcyChapter 7 bankruptcy
  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 50%

    Business and individual cases for persons needing a fresh start with debts wiped clean

    9 years, 594 cases

  2. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: 35%

    Restructuring secured and unsecured debt to allow for a financial reboot of individual wage earners, business owners and anyone else while protecting hard-earned equity in property.

    9 years, 198 cases

  3. Guardianship: 8%

    9 years

  4. Wills and living wills: 5%

  1. Business: 1%

    15 years

  2. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: 1%

    Complex bankruptcy case representation.

    9 years, 12 cases

Languages spoken

French, English

Photos and videos

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Contact

280 West Main Street
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Law Offices of Scott J. Goldstein, LLC

280 West Main Street
Denville, NJ, 07834

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 200507/11/2019
NJActive200404/11/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers96
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Client ChoiceAvvo2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerLaw Offices of Scott J. Goldstein, LLC2010 - Present
AssociateAlpert Butler & Weiss, PC2009 - 2010
Of CounselNeal H. Flaster, LLC2009 - 2009
AssociateGreenberg Dauber Epstein & Tucker2008 - 2009
AssociateWolff & Samson P.C.2004 - 2008
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Bankruptcy American Inn of CourtBarrister2011 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysN/A2010 - Present
Morris County Bar AssociationN/AN/A
New York State Bar AssociationN/AN/A
New Jersey State Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
AVVO Legal GuidesTop Ten Things to Consider When Thinking of Bankruptcy2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Duke University School of LawJD2004
Haverford CollegeBA2001
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Law LineUse of Exemptions in Bankruptcy CasesN/A
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Automatic stay violations by medical providerSettled with a substantial cash payout to the client.
Automatic Stay Violation by Credit Card IssuerSettled with a substantial cash payout to the client.

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My Bankruptcy Journey

Posted by LouisTue Sep 10 2019

My Bankruptcy journey went as smooth as it gets.From beginning to end Scott and Marissa have been on top of things.My advice to all pondering bankruptcy..Hire Scott if you want positive results!
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Quick Will turn around

Posted by RichFri Dec 21 2018

Wills are never anything people want to do so when you finally decide to do it, you want to get it done quick. I met with Scott and he quickly got my information sent me the background information to complete and within a few days I was fortunate enough to have everything completed. I feel very relieved.
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Scott Goldstein's response: Thank you for letting me be of assistance. It was a pleasure to make sure that your family is taken care of.
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Attorney endorsements

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Laura Mann, Family Attorney on Jul 27, 2012
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a bright, hard-working and dedicated attorney. He serves his client's legal needs well.

Kerri Petty, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on May 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I would highly endorse this lawyer for all bankruptcy and debt needs. He will always go above and beyond to assist his clients and make sure they get the help they deserve.

Nahshon Dart

Scott is dedicated to solving his clients problems with debt, and is able to leverage technology to do so. I endorse this Attorney.

V. Jonas Urba, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Excellent lawyer. Committed to his clients.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Gerald Linnenbringer, Uncontested divorce Attorney on Sep 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Christopher Leroi, Mediation Attorney on Sep 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Goldstein is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney.

Jef Henninger, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 12, 2013
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a great attorney that fights hard for his clients.

Paul Smail, Environmental and natural resources Attorney on Aug 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Scott combines great intelligence and an extraordinary work ethic with a vast knowledge of Bankruptcy. His experience and contributions were invaluable in achieving the client's objectives.

Husna Alikhan, Immigration Attorney on Jul 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Adam Rosenblum, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jul 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Scott for years and he is a top-drawer attorney who is a zealous advocate for his clients.

Kerri Petty, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on May 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I would highly endorse this lawyer for all bankruptcy and debt needs. He will always go above and beyond to assist his clients and make sure they get the help they deserve.

William Grafton, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 15, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Laura Mann, Family Attorney on Jul 27, 2012
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a bright, hard-working and dedicated attorney. He serves his client's legal needs well.

David Perry Davis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 23, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Scott knows his stuff and is reasonably priced.

Ronald Sarno, Litigation Attorney on Jul 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Scott is well known in New Jersey for his work in various Bankruptcy petitions.

Virginia Fortunato, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Nov 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is a fellow member in the Bankruptcy Inn of Court. He is dedicated to providing his clients with excellent services.

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  • Hourly Rates$225-$350/hour
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    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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