Barbie Dawn Lieber

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Barbie Dawn Lieber

also known as Barbie Lieber, Lieber & Lieber, LLP

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt

60 East 42nd Street, Suite 4600, New York, NY

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About Barbie

Biography

STRESS FREE BANKRUPTCY- 37 YEARS. Call Barbie. D. Lieber of Lieber & Lieber, LLP for a FREE CONSULTATION. 917-414-1190. At Lieber & Lieber, LLP, we treat clients like family. https://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/nysl24_sp/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=1&folio=20#pg20

STRESS FREE BANKRUPTCY for 37 YEARS. CALL Barbie Lieber at LIEBER & LIEBER, LLP at 917-414-1190. Servicing NYC, LI, Westchester, Rockland and Orange Counties https://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/nysl24_sp/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=1&folio=20#pg20

STRESS FREE BANKRUPTCY for 37 YEARS..CALL Barbie Lieber at LIEBER & LIEBER, LLP at 917-414-1190, We treat clients like family. https://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/nysl24_sp/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=1&folio=20#pg20

STRESS FREE BANKRUPTCY and DEBT SETTLEMENT for 37 YEARS. CALL Barbie Lieber at LIEBER & LIEBER, LLP at 917-414-1190. We service clients in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, the Bronx, Long Island, Westchester, Rockland County and Poughkeepsie.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 40%

Represent individuals and sole proprietors in chapter 13. Chapter 13 will prevent judgment creditors from garnishing your wages and enforcing their judgments ahead of other creditors. All creditors receive equal treatment, other than certain claims, like taxes which can be paid in full under the plan. Successfully stripped off the mortgage liens of junior mortgages that were unsecured because the value of the homes were less than the balance of the first mortgages.

39 years

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 40%

Represent consumers and individuals in business. Also advise corporations on debt restructuring. Chapter 7 will prevent and stop garnishments.

39 years

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Represents creditors in chapters 7 and 13. Represents consumers and individuals in business. Also advise corporations on debt restructuring. Chapter 7 will prevent and stop garnishments to debtors. Additionally, settle debts outside of bankruptcy

39 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Lieber & Lieber, LLP

60 East 42nd Street, Suite 4600, New York, NY, 10165-6233

Lieber & Lieber, LLP

61-43 186th St, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11365

Lieber & Lieber, LLP

1 Great Neck Road Suite 8, Great Neck, NY, 11021

Barbie Dawn Lieber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

281 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 139 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Natasha | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Best Decision I Made

I never write reviews but Barbie Lieber was so fantastic that I was compelled to. From the time I contacted her to inquire about filing for bankruptcy she was personable and professional. She answered all of my questions and was quick to respond back. The day I met her at her office she made me feel ...so comfortable and I was able to file that day. Mrs. Lieber walked me through every step and even made me feel comfortable on the day of the meeting with the trustees. I highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent Lawyer & Grateful to have found Barbie!

Barbie is an outstanding lawyer with extensive knowledge and vast experience in Bancruptcy Law. We decided to hire Barbie as our lawyer after our initial interview in September and have just completed the Chapter 13 proceedings. Barbie went above and beyond her duty and made us feel comfortable thro...ughout the whole process. She is simply wonderful and the best lawyer we’ve ever worked with ... We’re so grateful and so happy to have found her ... She spends a lot of time with you to ensure that you understand all the issues at hand ... She communicates and responds swiftly to any issues or questions you may have..... What sets her apart from the other lawyers we’ve met is her vast knowledge, extensive experience and outstanding character. She made the whole process very smooth due to her excellent preparation... Above all, not only are her accolades outstanding but she is genuinely a nice person...She communicates well with her clients, is always available, is extremely efficient, and is always on top of everything... We can’t say enough superlatives about Barbie but just want to give her our wholehearted gratitude for making us feel comfortable throughout the whole process! Thank you so much once again, Barbie, for everything!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2017 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Initial Consultation

Ms. Barbie Lieber is not only an exceptional lawyer with a vast knowledge of her expertise but above all, very personable and warm! Even though we are still analyzing our situation, I am happy to have communicated with such a compassionate & outstanding lawyer...She explained everything in detail reg...arding Chapter 13.... Will definitely use her!!

Posted by Margaret | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy

I interviewed many attorney's and found Mrs. Lieber. I found her to be the most professional, attentive and pro active attorney that I had spoken too. I felt she took the time to listen to my situation get to know me and came up with the best possible solution for my family. I called her and we spo...ke in debt for over an hour. After speaking with her I decided to hire her and it was the best decision I made. She prepared me well, answered all my emails and phone calls the same day. The day we went for my hearing there were many cases ahead of us that got postponed or thrown out because the lawyers weren't prepared or they had other lawyers fill in for them. Mrs. Lieber said she would be there when I hired her and she was. When it was my turn it took not even 5 minutes and I got my bankruptcy because of the care and time she took to prepare my case. She is so on top of things and made sure I gave her all the documentation she needed. I cannot thank her enough and I highly recommend her. She did everything she said she would do and more. She cares about her clients and it shows in her work.

Posted by Kenneth | May 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Absolutely Amazing - Must Hire if Considering Bankruptcy

About six months ago, I was drowning in debt and didnt know what to do. I began looking for ways to get out of my situation, but just about everywhere I turned seemed to lead to a dead end. It seemed the only option I had left was bankruptcy. I knew nothing about it though, So in an effort to gain ...knowledge on the situation, I began looking for a bankruptcy lawyer to discuss my problem. To my surprise, there were thousands of Lawyers in the NY area who specialized in bankruptcy. What surprised me even more though l, was in this pool of thousands, everywhere I looked I saw the same name at the top of the list; Barbie Dawn Lieber. I said to myself, how can any lawyer have this many wonderful reviews? It's impossible!! With my situation becoming more dyre though, I decided I needed to find out for myself. The next morning, I reached out to Barbie's office to schedule an appointment. I had expected to get a receptionist who would tell she was busy and that I could have an appointment in a month or so. I mean, a lawyer with that many great reviews, she surely must be busy. To my surprise though, Barbie herself answered my call. She also told me she was available to meet that afternoon. I said, how can this be? and I started thinking back to my initial thoughts from the day before regarding her reviews. With my skepticism of Barbie growing, I headed off that afternoon to meet her at her office. Within a few minutes of my arriving at her office, Barbie, very pleasantly, came to great me. We sat down and began talking through my situation. After only a few minutes of talking, I realized how completely wrong my preconceived notions of her were. Barbie was knowledgeable, thorough in the questions she asked and completely professional. She walked me through the chapter 13 bankruptcy process (filing, 341 meeting, confirmation hearing, etc.) and showed me how it could be a beneficial solution to my problem. Although It seemed like a good idea for me, I didn't want to commit right then and there. We left off that I would get back in touch with her in a few days and plan a course of action. After a day of deliberation, I decided to file for chapter 13 with Barbie as my lawyer. I called her and asked her to begin preparing the paperwork and within a few days I was filed. For those who don't know, about 2 months after filing comes the 341 meeting. I had been in contact with Barbie the whole time since I had filed, but she scheduled a call with me the night before the meeting to walk me through what to expect one last time. At the 341 meeting, I arrived early as instructed by Barbie, so I could see how other meetings were conducted. To my amazement, I could not believe how ill prepared other attorneys and their clients were. They were unable to answer simple questions or provide the relevant info the trustee was asking for. After about four hours of watching case by case be a comedy of errors, it was finally my turn. Barbie and I walked up to the front of the room and sat before the trustee to begin the meeting. Thanks to our preparation, the process which lasted about 20-30 minutes for most lasted less than 5 minutes. I couldn't believe it. With the 341 meeting now being behind me. All that was left was my confirmation hearing. This is where the judge confirms your bankruptcy plan and sets you off on the path of financial reorganization. At the hearing, much like the 341 meeting, I watched as case after case got dismissed or adjourned to a later date because the lawyer or client wasn't prepared. This was not the case with Barbie's client though. Aside from myself, Barbie had three clients that day up for their attempt at confirmation and every single case she had was confirmed. Much like the time she spent with me, she prepared all of her clients in the same manner and led all of their cases to success. I can't thank Barbie enough for all she has done! She is an absolutely wonderful attorney!

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Barbie Dawn Lieber's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gale Helfgott

Real estate lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Barbie almost 20 years. We met at Tenzer Greenblatt, LLP (now known as Blank Rome LLP). I witnessed her successfully handle complex bankruptcies, overcoming all obstacles. Barbie is highly knowledgeable, intelligent, personable, efficient, detail oriented and creative. I often refer bankruptcy, litigation and real estate matters to her because she is the attorney outside my firm that I trust the most. Her services are of an A+ rating, but with very reasonable rates. I always get excellent feedback from the people that I have referred to her. Barbie represents each client as if it were her one and only or a close relative. Since Barbie is also a litigator, she is able to provide additional protection to her bankruptcy and real estate clients, foreseeing and resolving any potential issues. She is a “lawyer’s lawyer,” promptly responding to any inquiries I have concerning litigation, debt/bankruptcy and employment related matters. – G. Helfgott, Esq."

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Christy Demelfi

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barbie is an extremely knowledgeable attorney. She's a true "lawyer's lawyer". She's always willing to assist a fellow attorney and bounce ideas and thoughts off of. She has been extremely helpful in helping to come up with solutions to unique issues in bankruptcy cases. I'm glad she's always around when I need another brain to pick."

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David Brodman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barbie Lieber is an excellent attorney. She is extremely well versed in the law and works tirelessly to get great results for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Lieber."

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Dawn Cutaia

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a bankruptcy attorney in York, PA and have been for 20 years. I had a person contact me who lives in Brooklyn NY and who needed advice on an eviction and bankruptcy. Barbie was extremely helpful, thorough, and also quite frank about what she could and could not do to help my client. She returned my call quickly and gave me the information I needed so I could point my client in the right direction about where to get the help she needed. She then followed everything up with an email shortly thereafter."

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Asaph Abrams

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ted Zink

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Levy

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, whose reputation and credentials speak for themselves."

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Jeffrey Lampert

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Other

"I am pleased to endorse Ms. Lieber. I do not know her personally, have never spoken with her. My knowledge of her comes from reading her answers to questions on Avvo that I review and/or answer and it is very clear that 1) she knows the law; 2) enjoys explaining things, by giving complete answers, and then after answering the question goes on to give even more information that goes beyond the question; and 3) cares about the best interests of her clients, which is telling by how she writes her responsees, in plain English and not legal mumbo-jumbo. Most lawyers know the rules and laws sufficiently to function, it is clear to me that Ms. Lieber makes the effort to communicate with her clients and explain things so they understand the situation."

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Phillip Mahony

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Barbie is well known and well respected in the consumer bankruptcy community. Her thorough knowledge of the law makes her a very effective advocate for her clients."

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Howard Lewis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lieber is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend."

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Brent Hardy

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Barbie without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."

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Robert Gambrell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have followed Ms. Lieber's responses on Avvo and it is clear to me that she is willing to take the extra time needed to completely answer the question. She has the ability to respond so the lay person can understand while showing that she understands bankruptcy law and how it applies to the problems people have in the real world."

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Many bankruptcy attorneys lack one important characteristic - either they have no communication skills or they are lack a scholarly understanding of the law. Fortunately, Barbie Dawn Lieber is the rare exception, having both a great ability to explain complicated issues to those who don't have advanced law degrees, while demonstrating the brain power of the best in our profession. It is my great pleasure to endorse Ms Lieber."

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Jeannine Goche

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Waymon Harrell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lieber is a top notch bankruptcy attorney. She demonstrates her excellent knowledge of the law to users on this site. I am happy to endorse her."

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Richard Elie

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Ms. Lieber's reputation precedes her, and her knowledge and applied skills in the bankruptcy/debt areas are significantly demonstrated in her responses to questions here on AVVO and in her guides. Hire with confidence."

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Richard Granvold

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Why? Because having seen many many attorneys replies on AVVO, some take the time to fully and completely answer a question and go beyond . This attorney's answers show her knowledge also of Bankruptcy which if I was a client, I would want this attorney if I lived anywhere near her!"

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Robert von Dohlen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great source of help with your Bankruptcy concerns!"

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Dana Fleming Allen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lieber is very knowledgeable and a leader in the bankruptcy field."

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Russell Dombrow

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Other

"I am pleased to endorse Ms. Lieber. I have read many of her Avvo responses and she has demonstrated to me that she is a knowledgeable Bankruptcy attorney who demonstrates a concern about people who find themselves in financial difficulty."

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Richard Gottlieb

Litigation lawyer

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Ted Zink

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jeffrey Lampert

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Phillip Mahony

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Eric Sleeper

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Robert Gambrell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Nahoum

Litigation lawyer

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Waymon Harrell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Russell DeMott

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Richard Granvold

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Elie

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Dana Fleming Allen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Dana Atchley

Tax lawyer

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Russell Dombrow

Litigation lawyer

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Lisa McCue

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ronald Kim

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Super Lawyer, SUPER LAWYER

2019

CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2018

CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

TOP 100 LAWYERS, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2016

TOP 100 LAWYERS, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2015

TOP CONTRIBUTOR, AVVO

2015

CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2015

TOP 100 LAWYERS, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

TOP CONTRIBUTER, AVVO

2014

CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2013

TOP CONTRBUTOR, AVVO

2013

CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2012

AVVO, TOP CONTRIBUTER

2012

CLIENT"S CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

1996

Speaker at Anniversary Celebration for Judge Blackshear, Judge Blackshear's Chambers

1984

Phi Beta Kappa, State University of New York at Stony Brook

1984

Award for Most Outstanding Student, State University of New York at Stony Brook

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, LIEBER & LIEBER, LLP

1999 - 2001

Of Counsel, TRAUB BONACQUIST & FOX LLP

1991 - 1997

Bankruptcy Associate, TENZER GREENBLATT(which later merged with BLANK ROME, LLP )

1989 - 1991

Bankruptcy Associate, Luskin & Stern

1988 - 1989

Associate in Litigation Department Specializing in Bankruptcy, WHITE & CASE

1987 - 1988

Judicial Law Clerk to BANKRUPTCY JUDGE CORNELIUS BLACKSHEAR, UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT (SDNY)

Associations

2021 - Present

US Trustee Liaison Committee for the Southern District of New York

Committee Member Designated to Take Minutes

2020 - Present

Modernization Committee for the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of NY

Committee Member

1987 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member and Judge for Moot Court Competition

2020 - 2020

Selected by Chief Bankruptcy Judge Cecilia Morris to be interviewed by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts To Make A Determination as to the Sufficiency In Number of Bankruptcy Judges

Interviewee

1999 - 2001

New York City Bar Association, Banking Law Committee

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Image Rent A Car

Obtained dismissal of Chapter 7 Case

Sucessful Dismissal of $450,000 Preference Action Commenced by LyondellBasel

Sucessful Dismissal of Preferential Transfer Law Suit

Chapter 13 Cases

successful modification of 1st mortgage and voiding of second mortgage lien

Chapter 7 Discharges of Debt

Chapter 7 Discharges

Chapter 13 Plan Confirmations

Successful Confirmation of Plans

Settlements with Foster & Garbus LLP for a Fraction of the Debt Amount

Settlements with Foster & Garbus, LLP

Settlements with Selip & Stylianou, LLP For A Fraction of Debt Amount

Successful setltlements for a small fraction of amount of debts

Settlements with Jaffe & Asher LLP for a Fraction of Debt Amount

Successful settlements of numerous litigations and judgments

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Education

1987

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

State University of New York at Stony Brook

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Duberstein Moot Court Competition

JUDGE

2018

Duberstein Moot Court

Judge

2017

Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition JUDGE

2016

Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition Judge

2015

Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition

Judge

2014

Bankruptcy Court Moot Court Competition Judge

2011

American Bankruptcy Institute and St. John's University School of Law

Judge for Moot Court Competition at St John's School of Law

2005

Seminar for New Home Buyers Sponsored by Halstead Property LLC

Mistakes that First Time Home Buyers Make

2000

US Bankruptcy Court Retirement Party

Speaker at Bankruptcy Judge Corneilus Blackshear's Retirement Celebration

Publications

2010

Lieber & Lieber, LLP is a contributor to the Prudential Douglas Elliman "Lucia's Green Neighborhood" newsletter, which publishes information of interest to buyers and sellers of real estate. Lieber & Lieber, LLP is a contributor to the Prudential Douglas Elliman "Lucia's Green Neighborhood" newsletter, which publishes information of interest to buyers and sellers of real estate.

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Barbie earned significant contribution points in 2016.

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