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Stephen Z Starr

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney at New York, NY

5.0   3 reviews

About Stephen

Learn Stephen’s areas of practice.

3
Practice areas
  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy
    70%
    Representation of consumer and business debtor in chapter 7 liquidation cases

    31 years

  2. Chapter 13 bankruptcy
    20%
    Representation of debtor in chapter 13 repayment plans

    31 years

  3. Chapter 11 bankruptcy
    10%

    31 years

I represent both individuals and business in matters involving bankruptcy, insolvency, debtor-creditor litigation and related matters.

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I am Board Certified in Business Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification since 2002
Licensed for 30 years
State NJ
Status Active
Acquired 1995
Updated 03/06/2023
State NY
Status Currently Registered
Acquired 1995
Updated 04/15/2023
State DC
Status Good Standing
Acquired 1994
Updated 06/08/2022
State CA
Status Inactive
Acquired 1992
Updated 04/24/2023

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Stephen Z Starr
260 Madison Ave., 17th Floor
New York, NY, 10016

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding
Stephen Starr obtained my debt discharge without any hitches or bumps in the road. He was responsive and efficient in everything he did, answering questions and helping me file all the papers. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
NYC Personal bankruptcy
Thank you so much for helping me navigate in the uncharted waters of personal bankruptcy. Nobody wants to go through a bankruptcy if he/she could avoid it, and I wished that I could avoid it. But “thank the stars” you made the process less stressful and less disgraceful for me. Your calm presence in court was always reassuring, which I greatly appreciated. Converting from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 was also much smoother than I anticipated. Thank you very much for your kind and considerate assistance!!!
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Posted by Miguel | December 5, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Look no further
Stephen is a professional bankruptcy attorney that helped to bring an incredible "Peace of Mind" to my family and I. We found ourselves with several real estate properties and an outstanding credit card debt back during the mortgage crisis. Bankruptcy is extremely embarrassing. However, I felt comfortable giving Stephen and his associates all of the information he needed to help me. Just recently, 7 years later, I contacted him with some questions about the bankruptcy. He clearly remembered who I was and promptly responded. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering bankruptcy.
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Member
  • Starr & Starr, PLLC
  • 2006 - Present
  • Associate
  • Paul Hastings
  • 2001 - 2006
  • Associate
  • Curtis, Mallet Prevost , Colt & Mosle, LLP
  • 1997 - 2001
  • Associate
  • Smith & Hilbig LLP
  • 1996 - 1997
  • Associate
  • J.S. Cohen Law Firm
  • 1992 - 1995
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Education

  • University of Southern California Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1991
  • Columbia University
  • B.A.
  • 1987

Legal Cases

  • Residual Trustee, on behalf of KBTI Trustee v. Toy Biz World Wide Ltd.
  • resolved

Associations

  • Commercial Law League of America
  • Board of Governors
  • 2013 - Present
  • Commercial Law League of America
  • Board of Governors
  • 2012 - 2013
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Chair
  • 2012 - 2013
  • New York City Bar Association, Committee on State Courts of Superior Jurisdiction
  • Member
  • 2012 - 2013
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Secretary
  • 2011 - 2012
  • New York City Bar Association, Committee on State Courts of Superior Jurisdiction
  • Member
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Member of Executive Committee
  • 2010 - 2011
  • New York City Bar Association, Comittee on State Courts of Superior Jurisdiction
  • Member
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Member of Executive Committee
  • 2009 - 2010
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Member
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Commercial Law League of America, Bankruptcy Section
  • Member
  • 2007 - 2008
  • American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Bankruptcy & Insolvency Litigation Committee
  • Co-Chair of Preference Subcommittee
  • 2006 - 2007
  • American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Bankruptcy & Insolvency Litigation Committee
  • Co-Chair of Preference Subcommittee
  • 2005 - 2006
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Languages Spoken

  • French

Honors and Awards

  • Volunteer of the Year
  • Los Angeles Free Clinic
  • 1996

Publications

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Speaking Engagements

  • Exemption Planning in Bankruptcy
  • Bankruptcy & Exemptio Planning
  • 2009
  • The Distressed Real Estate Seminar
  • Key Bankruptcy Issues
  • 2002
  • Annual Meeting
  • What Intellectual Lawyers Need to Know About Bankruptcy
  • 2002
  • Annual Meeting
  • Intellectual Property & Bankruptcy
  • 2001
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Attorney endorsements

Received (7)
Given (9)
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Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"As a fellow bankruptcy lawyer, I fully endorse Stephen. He's smart, diligent and ethical - exactly what you need when you are filing for bankruptcy."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Stephen Z Starr displays genuine concern in every question he answers on Avvo. Attorney Starr's answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. He also gives practical solutions. I endorse this lawyer for bankruptcy matters."
Chapter 11 bankruptcy Attorney | Nov 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I unconditionally endorse Stephen. Stephen is an attorney who I have known for close to ten years. He is bright, professional, creative and extremely knowledgeable for any type of bankruptcy, big or small. I have worked closely with Stephen and have referred him several individuals and corporations, all of whom praise his intelligence and his abilities. He is also someone who can analyze a comprehensive, complex bankruptcy and is able to easily see through the maze. He is also a very effective negotiator, a skill frequently used by bankruptcy counsel, and can fight the fight, if necessary to bring the desired result. He is a winner!"
Chapter 11 bankruptcy Attorney | Nov 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Stephen is the consummate professional. He is an exemplary attorney that fights to protect his clients without fail. He is honest and compassionate. I fully endorse Stephen."
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Nov 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Stephen through the NYC lawyer community for several years. I have always been impressed with his professionalism and thoroughness as a bankruptcy lawyer. I have referred food clients to him for bankruptcy and for Perishable Agriculture Commodities Act ("PACA"). I find him to be an honest, detail-oriented attorney and recommend him without hesitation."
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Nov 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have worked with Steve and his clients for eight years and enthusiastically endorse his work and professionalism."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Feb 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Stephen Starr is a consummate professional - dedicated, diligent, caring, honest, etc. He is truly an expert in this field as well as collections. He is also an effective advocate."
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