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Biography
Seni Popat, the founder of the Law Office of Seni Popat, has more than decade of experience fighting for clients in the courtroom. A dedicated bankruptcy and personal injury lawyer in Queens, NY, he has appeared before numerous judges, settlements conferences, state and federal court hearings, arbitrations, and jurors. Seni is well known for his hands-on approach. He understands how serious the situation is for his clients, and deeply cares about how this case will affect their future. As a client, you can count on working closely with him through every stage of your case. Contact him for a free consultation. You will not be disappointed.
Education
- Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
- J.D. (2010) | Juris Doctor
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- Honors: Cum Laude
- Activities: Basketball, Tennis, Reading
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- Hofstra University
- B.B.A. (2006) | Business Management and Legal Studies in Business
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- Honors: Cum Laude
- Activities: Tennis, Basketball, Swimming, Reading
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Professional Experience
- President
- Law Office of Seni Popat P.C.
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- Senior Associate Attorney
- Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- NYC Bankruptcy Chapter 7 or Chapter 13
- Queens Daily Eagle
Speaking Engagements
- How networking improves your bottom line!, South Asian Referral Network, Hicksville, NY
- South Asian Referral Network
Certifications
- Real Estate Broker
- National Board of Real Estate Brokers
Awards
- Rising Star 2020
- Super Lawyers
- Selected as a Rising Star 2015
- Rising Star 2019
- Super Lawyers
- Selected as a Rising Star 2015
- Rising Star 2018
- Super Lawyers
- Selected as a Rising Star 2015
- Rising Star 2017
- Super Lawyers
- Selected as a Rising Star 2015
- Rising Star 2016
- Super Lawyers
- Selected as a Rising Star 2015
Professional Associations
- State Bar of New York # 4879474
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- Activities: Admitted in NYS
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- New York State Bar Association
- Member
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- Activities: Member of the NYS Bar Association
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- New Jersey State Bar
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- New Jersey
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- New York
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Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
33 1/3% for personal injury matters -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
We also offer flat fees
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Languages
- English: Spoken
- Hindi: Spoken
- Spanish: Spoken
Legal Answers
- Q. I’m a teacher and husband owns a business he’s threatening to file bankruptcy to not have to give me anything in divorce
- A: A: If he files for bankruptcy, it depends on what assets he has and whether they are exempt. Sometimes if it preferable to file the bankruptcy while you are still married for many reasons. You can always call us for advice. Thank you.
- Q. Husband threatening to file bankruptcy so I end up with less money should I file for divorce before he files bankruptcy
- A: It depends on what assets and income he has. He can also file even when the divorce filed so you want to carefully plan this. You can always call us.
- Q. If husband files for bankruptcy prior to divorce will that affect how much I end up with?
- A: If he files for bankruptcy, it depends on what assets he has and whether they are exempt. What also matters if you are joint or the debt or not. Sometimes if it preferable to file the bankruptcy while you are still married for many reasons. You can always call us for advice. Thank you.
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