Scott Jonathan Goldstein

Scott Jonathan Goldstein

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 21 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Ledgewood, NJ
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Guardianship ... +3 more

410 Route 10 West, Ste 214, Ledgewood, NJ

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 40%

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.

16 years | 236 cases

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 35%

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

16 years | 900 cases

35%
Guardianship 10%

Helping families with their loved ones who can not make decisions for themselves due to disability.

16 years

10%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 7%

Complex bankruptcy case representation. Small business and individual representation. I am well familiar with the new Small Business Reorganization Act.

16 years | 14 cases

7%
Real Estate 1%

Residential sales and purchases.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-500 per hour

Pro bono

1 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Wenarsky & Goldstein, LLC

410 Route 10 West, Ste 214, Ledgewood, NJ, 07852

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Scott Jonathan Goldstein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Teresa | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

SIMPLY THE BEST!!!!

Scott handled my Bankruptcy 3 years ago. He made a difficult situation so much easier. He was always available when I had a concern. He is a kind and caring person in addition to being a Brilliant Attorney! He is currently representing me in an Estate matter regarding my late Father. He very qui...ckly and efficiently resolved the main concern with the Estate and is continuing to guide me through the probate process. He is a life saver and I cannot thank him enough! When he represents you, he stops at nothing to protect and fight for your rights and your best interest.

Posted by Louis | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

My Bankruptcy Journey

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!

Posted by Janis | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Outstanding Service

Scott helped me every step of the way in my bankruptcy case. He answered all my questions with patience and efficiency. I couldn't ask for more in a lawyer. And i would recommend him in an an instant with no qualms!

Posted by Jack | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Best choice I made

Scott helped me in a bankruptcy which if you are thinking of doing is a very stressful situation consisting of so much anxiety. Once I talked to Scott he explained everything clearly to me and said "don't worry from this point forward". And, I didn't.... Scott took care of everything and for once I... was able to breath and sleep finally. Nobody wants to find themselves in this situation but when you lose a job, try to make things right, scrape for any funds to not put you in this situation but still fall behind, you have no choice. But, Scott was the choice and now I can say I learned what to do and how to handle the stressful situations which will never happen again. I searched around and talked to others, Scott was the only one who took the real time to listen and put my worries in my back pocket. You won't be disappointed with him or his staff by the way who answered many questions.

Posted by Renee | July 14, 2015 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Excellent Choice

Scott Goldstein was there to help me through a very difficult period. I went from a Chapter 13 to a Chapter 7 and he walked me through the process every step of the way. He is a caring individual who takes pride in his work. He is responsive and quickly got the process going.

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Scott Jonathan Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Laura Mann

Litigation lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

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

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Kerri Petty

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

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."

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Nahshon Dart

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jonas Urba

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Gerald Linnenbringer

Unknown lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 05

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."

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Jef Henninger

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Friend

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

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Paul Smail

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 12

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."

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Husna Alikhan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Rosenblum

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 06

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."

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William Grafton

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Perry Davis

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott knows his stuff and is reasonably priced."

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Ronald Sarno

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Virginia Fortunato

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 18

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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Sarah Crouch

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Nahshon Dart

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Christopher Leroi

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David Crosson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joseph Shapiro

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Husna Alikhan

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Nick Thompson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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William Grafton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Amy Clark

Debt collection lawyer

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David Perry Davis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Ronald Sarno

Litigation lawyer

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Marvin Wolf

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Laura Mann

General practice lawyer

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Jonathan Stone

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Jef Henninger

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Virginia Fortunato

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Client Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Scott J. Goldstein, LLC

2009 - 2010

Associate, Alpert Butler & Weiss, PC

2009 - 2009

Of Counsel, Neal H. Flaster, LLC

2008 - 2009

Associate, Greenberg Dauber Epstein & Tucker

2004 - 2008

Associate, Wolff & Samson P.C.

Associations

2011 - Present

Bankruptcy American Inn of Court

Barrister

2010 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

New York City Bar Association

Member

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Automatic stay violations by medical provider

Settled with a substantial cash payout to the client.

Automatic Stay Violation by Credit Card Issuer

Settled with a substantial cash payout to the client.

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Education

2004

Duke University School of Law

JD

2001

Haverford College

BA

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Law Line

Use of Exemptions in Bankruptcy Cases

Publications

Languages

French

English

Activity

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