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2 of these firms are based in Paterson; the others serve Paterson from towns including New York, NY (20 mi), Clifton (4 mi) and Queens, NY (22 mi).
9 open 24/7 · 15 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 19, 2026
The 24 firms listed for Paterson, NJ handle debt and bankruptcy matters for people and businesses. What each states about filings, creditor representation and consultations comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 3,240 reviews; 23 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "communication", "efficient" and "knowledge". 9 are open around the clock; 14 are open on Saturdays and 12 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are bankruptcy (5), personal injury (3), real estate (3), business transactions (2) and criminal defense (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. All 24 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 9 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans; 15 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
5 of the 24 firms on this page publish an online booking link. It is a quieter way to start than a phone call, which matters while creditors are still chasing you. The form usually asks for a rough total of what you owe, so have a figure ready even if it is approximate.
- “Very professional and knowledgeable. He helped me get through my bankruptcy with ease making sure everything was done right and on time.” — client of Law Office of Stuart M. Nachbar
- “Easy to reach if any questions that may arise, and is with you every step of the way, up to the final meeting with the trustee.” — client of Phillip Mahony, Esq | ¡hablo Español!
- “From the very beginning, I was met with professionalism, empathy, and a genuine dedication to helping me navigate the challenging process of bankruptcy.” — client of J. Singer Law Group
- “I highly recommend Virginia. She was extremely thorough and helped me along every step of the way through my bankruptcy.” — client of Virginia E. Fortunato
- “They handled all areas of my bankruptcy with care & in a timely fashion.” — client of Levitt & Slafkes
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
