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Bankruptcy Lawyers in Morris Heights, NY: 2026 rankings

426 bankruptcy lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Morris Heights: Law Offices of Jeremias E. Batista, LLC, LFR Score 71/100; 4.9★ from 620 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Lebedin Kofman LLP, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 426.

  3. 3

    Most-reviewed: Law Office Of Ingrid Echeverría, LLC, 1,225 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 426 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

426 Morris Heights bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 55 are open 24/7, 125 open Saturdays and 86 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 426 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Bankruptcy lawyers in New York City ranking. See Bankruptcy lawyers in New York City

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Law Offices of Jeremias E. Batista, LLC714.9★ (620)Clifton, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Lebedin Kofman LLP704.8★ (504)New York City, 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Law Office Of Ingrid Echeverría, LLC704.9★ (1,225)West New York, 7 mi awaySatMost reviews
4Scura, Wigfield, Heyer, Cammarota & Gonzalez, LLP705.0★ (150)Secaucus, 8 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
5Low & Low Bankruptcy Lawyers704.9★ (400)Hackensack, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6J. Singer Law Group, PLLC704.9★ (223)New York City, 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Karra L. Kingston Esq.695.0★ (266)Union City, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Law Offices of Gus Michael Farinella PC695.0★ (148)Bayside, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Gehi & Associates694.7★ (880)Jamaica, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
10Law Office of Ronald D. Weiss, P.C.695.0★ (364)Melville, 27 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—

All 426 bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Lebedin Kofman LLP

    Based in New York City, 11 mi away

    70/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 504 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 504 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    26 Broadway 3rd floor, New York, NY 10004
    View profile for Lebedin Kofman LLP(646) 663-4430

  7. #7 Karra L. Kingston Esq.

    Based in Union City, 8 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 266 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 266 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    3710 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Union City, NJ 07087
    View profile for Karra L. Kingston Esq.(973) 979-9078

  9. #9 Gehi & Associates

    Based in Jamaica, 12 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 880 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 880 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 11 AM–2:30 PM · Sun 10:30 AM–2 PM
    Address
    173-29 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432
    View profile for Gehi & Associates(718) 764-6911

  13. #13 Ronald S. Cook, PC

    Based in Smithtown, 38 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 999 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 999 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    12 Bank Ave, Smithtown, NY 11787
    View profile for Ronald S. Cook, PC(888) 275-2620

  15. #15 Ronald S. Cook, PC

    Based in Garden City, 17 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 177 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 177 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1225 Franklin Ave RM 325, Garden City, NY 11530
    View profile for Ronald S. Cook, PC(888) 275-2620

  16. #16 J Park Law Firm

    Based in Englewood, 3 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 404 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 404 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    720 E Palisade Ave Ste 202, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
    View profile for J Park Law Firm(201) 461-2380

  18. #18 George Poulos, Esq.

    Based in Baychester, 4 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3040 E Tremont Ave Ste. 208, Bronx, NY 10461
    View profile for George Poulos, Esq.(718) 255-9276

  20. #20 Rachel S. Blumenfeld PLLC

    Based in Brooklyn, 11 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 248 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 248 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    26 Court St Suite 814, Brooklyn, NY 11242
    View profile for Rachel S. Blumenfeld PLLC(718) 858-9600

  21. #21 Lieber & Lieber, LLP

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–6:30 PM
    Address
    60 E 42nd St #4600, New York, NY 10165
    View profile for Lieber & Lieber, LLP(212) 949-5586

  22. #22 Midtown Bankruptcy - Law Offices of William Waldner, PC

    Based in New York City, 8 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 146 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 146 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–8 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–8 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    469 7th Ave #1225, New York, NY 10018
    View profile for Midtown Bankruptcy - Law Offices of William Waldner, PC(212) 244-2882

  23. #23 Criscione Ravala, LLP

    Based in New York City, 7 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–2 PM
    Address
    100 Park Ave 16th floor, New York, NY 10017
    View profile for Criscione Ravala, LLP(800) 583-1780

How we ranked Morris Heights bankruptcy lawyers

We scored 426 Morris Heights bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Morris Heights data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a bankruptcy lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many bankruptcy law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer, not only staff, will review your forms and go with you to the meeting of creditors.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Which chapter fits my situation, and why?
  • Which of my property is exempt?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights: frequently asked questions

Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Morris Heights?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Morris Heights, NY is Law Offices of Jeremias E. Batista, LLC with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 4.9★ from 620 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Lebedin Kofman LLP (#2) and Law Office Of Ingrid Echeverría, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 426 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many bankruptcy lawyers are there in Morris Heights?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 426 bankruptcy lawyers serving Morris Heights, NY. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights are open 24/7?

55 ranked bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Law Offices of Jeremias E. Batista, LLC (#1), Lebedin Kofman LLP (#2) and Scura, Wigfield, Heyer, Cammarota & Gonzalez, LLP (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights work on weekends?

125 of 426 ranked bankruptcy lawyers post Saturday hours and 86 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Law Offices of Jeremias E. Batista, LLC (#1), Lebedin Kofman LLP (#2) and Law Office Of Ingrid Echeverría, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Morris Heights bankruptcy lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 426 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights is 4.8★, with a median of 24 reviews. Law Office Of Ingrid Echeverría, LLC has the most, 1,225 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank bankruptcy lawyers?

Each bankruptcy lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do bankruptcy lawyers outside Morris Heights count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Morris Heights city center, our service radius for bankruptcy lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can bankruptcy lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights, NY charge?

Consumer bankruptcy lawyers usually charge a flat fee for Chapter 7; Chapter 13 fees are often paid partly through the repayment plan and are reviewed by the court. Under federal law they must give you written disclosures and a written contract (11 U.S.C. §§526–528). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $481 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?

Chapter 7 sells non-exempt property to pay creditors and usually ends in a few months; Chapter 13 keeps your property under a three- to five-year repayment plan. Income and assets decide which you can use. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Morris Heights, NY ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Morris Heights?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Morris Heights

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 426 bankruptcy lawyers serving Morris Heights.

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