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Richard Croak
About Richard
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
80%
39 years | 4,500 cases
Foreclosure
20%
24 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 50 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1976
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Location
Richard Croak & Associates
314 Great Oaks Blvd., Albany, NY, 12203
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Debt Settlement
Posted by Walt | June 07, 2011 | Debt Settlement
was a great help in getting me back on track with my financial situation
i found myself in a bad financial situation and Mr Croak was a great help in finding some light at the end of a pretty dark financial tunnel.I would recommend his services to any one who finds themselves in the same situation.
Richard Croak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"With more than 25 years of experience, Richard is a very knowledgeable attorney specializing in bankruptcy law in Upstate New York. Richard studies the law and cares about the welfare of his clients and guides them through the bankruptcy process from start to finish. He maintains a current knowledge base in the ever changing bankruptcy laws. I have referred clients to him."
"Richard is one of the most experienced, resolute and able Bankruptcy attorneys in New York State. A Dean of the Bar, Richard and I practice in the same Northern District of New York, but in different Courts. I refer cases to him often when they are outside my geographic area and would send family and friends to him without hesitation. A true student of the law. A Professional. Look no further in the Alabany area."
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Stephen Rodriguez
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Disbarment issued in NY, 2017
updated on 06/19/2018Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Suspension issued in NY, 2017
updated on 09/08/2021Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Stayed Suspension issued in NY, 2000
updated on 07/22/2016Stayed suspension means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
Honors
2014
Business Bankruptcy, American Board of Certification
2014
Consumer Bankruptcy, American Board of Certification
2006
President's Pro Bono Service Award, New York State Bar Association
2005
Private Attorney Involvement Program, Legal Aid Society
1995
Consumer Bankruptcy, American Board of Certification
1994
Business Bankruptcy, American Board of Certification
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Managing Partner, Richard Croak And Associates NY
1988 - 1994
Office Head, United States Dept. of Justice
Associations
2011 - Present
Capital District Bankruptcy Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2000 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
Education
1976
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2011
Dealing With Residential Foreclosure
Foreclosure
Activity
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Q&A
If My loan is not in MERS, does it mean the loan not registered in them but does all Mortgage loans need to be in MERS?
22 Feb 2016
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In New York state, What is the maximum interest rate that can be legally charged on a used car loan?
20 Aug 2015
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My ex wife and I consigned on a car lease. She has been making payments, but refuses to take me off the lease.
01 Jun 2015