Steven Zalewski

Steven Zalewski

2.6
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 38 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Kew Gardens, NY
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Business, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy ... +3 more

12510 Queens Blvd., Suite 218, Kew Gardens, NY

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 30%

36 years | 10,000 cases

30%
Business 20%

36 years | 10,000 cases

20%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 20%

31 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Landlord or Tenant 15%

36 years | 10,000 cases

15%
Foreclosure 10%

36 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 5%

31 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Steven Zalewski

12510 Queens Blvd., Suite 218, Kew Gardens, NY, 11415-1506

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Steven Zalewski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.6 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

Steven Zalewski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Leroi

Business lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Zalewski constantly provides excellent legal advice that not only benefit the asker of the question, but also fellow attorneys. Even though I have been an attorney for 23 years and even a judge and magistrate, I learn new aspects about the law from him every day."

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Dustin Bowman

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have known and worked with Mr. Zalewski for 7 years. He is an excellent lawyer who has a "big picture" view of litigation and can often find an unconventional way to attack a client's problem. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Zalewski."

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Michael Kuldiner

Business lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as a valuable member of this forum. Attorneys who participate in this forum are providing useful information for those in need and should be commended. Further, the type of information conveyed is in the true spirit of professionalism where information is provided to help those in need which is the underpinning of the legal profession. Often the users of this forum are given second opinions that expand on information or provide contradictory information. Providing information empowers the uninformed to go forward with confronting their legal problems. I recommend and endorse this attorney."

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Howard Lewis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Zalewski is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Michael Santucci

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve Zalewski brings energy, experience and common sense to his clients' matters. He appears to stop at nothing to fight for his clients' interests. He is a sharp, seasoned and fearless litigator, but also great guy. That is a known to be a rare combination. I have learned from working with him over the past few years."

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Joseph Lo Piccolo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for nearly 15 years and can tell you he is a professional, knowledgeable and dedicated attorney and businessman. He listens to all the issues and finds the best solutions for the problems."

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Ronald Burdge

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've been following Steve's Avvo answers for quite some time and can say that I always find them to be on point and accurate. You can also find more Bankruptcy Law info on his website too. If you have a debt problem and are considering bankruptcy, and his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Business lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Zalewski exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and a level of professionalism we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a love of the law which means. giving back to others who lack our understanding of the law. The thousands years of combined legal experience of professionals activity participating in forum represent some of the very best of our profession, which is after all, at its base is desire to those in need. This Attorney’s experience allows to obtain excellent results for his clients. Most importantly, this Attorney is willing to help complete strangers (as is the case in this forum) with legal problem for which we may have some helpful information and thereby demystify the legal process as much as possible. I would recommend this Attorney without any hesitation for all practice areas listed."

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Steven Schwartz

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Zalewski has a clear command of the bankruptcy laws and regulations. His informative answers on AVVO also show the depth of his expertise. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Dorothy Bunce

Debt collection lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven Zalewski knows the ropes, knows the loopholes in the law & tells it like it is! I am honored to endorse his ability as a fellow attorney."

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Michael Kuldiner

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joseph Ostrowski

Litigation lawyer

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Dorothy Bunce

Credit repair lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Ratings Recognition, AVVO

Work Experience

2007 - Present

business manager, affordable bails new york inc.

Associations

2003 - 2007

Queens County Bar Association

Chair, 18b panel

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of Leroy barns v. Cohen 45 Ad2d 837

court decied bail collateral amount not determined by court

P v. David Spears 598 nys2d 796

appeal granted new trial

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Education

1986

University of Toledo College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Fall Dinner Meeting

Magistrates Association Suffolk County

Publications

2011

self A pratical Guide to Bail

Languages

Bengali

Spanish

Activity

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