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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Schenectady, NY
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Showing 18 bankruptcy lawyers in Schenectady, NY
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Christiaan Van Niekerk Law Offices
146 Jay St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 528-1375 upstatebankruptcylawyer.com
Hacker Murphy, LLP
200 Harborside Dr #300, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 347-9496 hackermurphy.com
Hanson Law Firm, P.C.
1801 Altamont Ave #2, Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 355-4525 hansonlawonline.com
Dalmata, Maloy & Burke, LLP
670 Franklin St #100, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 374-8494 dmblegal.com
James Trauring & Associates, LLC
705 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 370-5515 trauringlaw.com
Law Office of Opal F. Hinds
650 Franklin St Suite 501, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 893-8100 opalhindslaw.com
Litz & Litz
143 Clinton St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 372-3329 litzandlitz.com
Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube
1473 Erie Blvd 1st floor, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-6700 cswlawfirm.com
Witecki Law Office
8 S Church St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 372-2827 witeckilaw.com
Kassner Law Office
133 Saratoga Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 377-3423 kassnerlawoffice.com
Robert J Stoddard Attorney
670 Franklin St # 200, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-1138
Burke Gibbons PC
101 Mohawk Ave, Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 346-3449
Karen R Crandall Law Office
115 Clinton St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 374-4500
Grasso Rodriguez & Grasso
751 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 393-8011
Fazzone Fazzone & Chicatelli
1536 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 372-3300
Rappazzo & Bauscher, PLLC
2025 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 374-2580
Rappazzo Rachel
650 Franklin St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 878-4698
Silva Laura
670 Franklin St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 377-3408
If you live in Schenectady New York and face overwhelming debt a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options. New York law allows you to keep certain property through state exemptions such as a homestead exemption of up to $179,850. A local attorney can guide you through the process at the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of New York in Albany.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Schenectady Cost?
In New York bankruptcy lawyer fees typically range from $1,200 to $3,500 for a Chapter 7 case and from $3,000 to $6,000 for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees are separate: $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. Costs vary based on case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main types of bankruptcy for individuals in Schenectady?
The two main types are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 liquidates non-exempt assets to pay creditors while Chapter 13 involves a repayment plan over three to five years. Your lawyer can help you decide which option fits your situation.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in New York?
A Chapter 7 case typically takes three to four months from filing to discharge. Chapter 13 cases last the length of your repayment plan usually three to five years. The court in Albany handles cases for Schenectady residents.
Will I lose my house if I file for bankruptcy in Schenectady?
Not necessarily. New York offers a homestead exemption that protects up to $179,850 of equity in your primary residence. If your equity is below this amount you may keep your home. A lawyer can review your specific equity and exemptions.
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