5 Best Licensed Insolvency Trustees in New York (2026)

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By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

If you are searching for licensed insolvency trustees in New York, the term itself is worth a moment: that is a Canadian designation, and in the United States the same work is handled by bankruptcy attorneys and court-appointed trustees. The firms below have logged 866 Google reviews between them, and every one sits at 4.9 or 5.0, a rare level of consistency for work this personal.

Short answer: The Law Offices of Robert M. Fox and Starr & Starr, PLLC both hold a perfect 5.0 rating (240 and 99 reviews), with the Law Office of Simon Goldenberg, PLLC close behind at 4.9 across 286 reviews, the most of any firm here. Most firms offer a free initial consultation before you commit to Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 filing.

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New York Insolvency and Bankruptcy Firms Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Law Office of Simon Goldenberg, PLLC	4.9 ★	286	Debt relief alternatives to bankruptcy	View ›
2	The Law Offices of Robert M. Fox	5.0 ★	240	Personal attorney involvement	View ›
3	Midtown Bankruptcy - Law Offices of William Waldner, PC	4.9 ★	139	Manhattan / evening and weekend hours	View ›
4	Starr & Starr, PLLC	5.0 ★	99	Chapter 7 filings	View ›
5	David J. Doyaga, Attorneys at Law	4.9 ★	102	Decades of experience / bilingual service	View ›

5 Best Licensed Insolvency Trustees in New York (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Law Office of Simon Goldenberg, PLLC

4.9286 Google reviews

The Law Office of Simon Goldenberg, PLLC is a Brooklyn-based consumer advocacy and debt relief firm that helps clients weigh bankruptcy against alternatives like debt settlement and negotiation with creditors, and defends against abusive debt collection practices. The firm handles matters across New York and New Jersey.

What people praise

The most-reviewed firm on this list at 286 reviews
Reviewers highlight clear, step-by-step communication throughout a case
Handles both bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy debt settlement options
Described as responsive by email and phone throughout

Worth knowing

A generalist consumer-debt practice rather than bankruptcy-only, so confirm the specific attorney's bankruptcy experience for your case

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume286 · 95th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: The deepest review base here and a useful first call if you're not sure bankruptcy is your best option, since the firm specifically walks clients through alternatives first.

Website +1347-640-4357 Directions

258 Highlawn Ave 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11223

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

The Law Offices of Robert M. Fox

5.0240 Google reviews

The Law Offices of Robert M. Fox, based in Midtown Manhattan, handles bankruptcy alongside estate planning and real estate law. Reviewers consistently mention Robert Fox personally attending court hearings for his clients rather than delegating that step, and several describe being referred by other law offices.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating across 240 reviews
Reviewers report the attorney personally attends hearings, not just support staff
Frequently recommended by other law firms
Described as clear and upfront about each step of the process

Worth knowing

A boutique-sized firm, so response times may vary during high caseloads

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume240 · 86th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: A firm where the reviews repeatedly point to hands-on attorney involvement through the entire case, including showing up in court personally.

Website +1212-867-9595 Directions

630 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Midtown Bankruptcy - Law Offices of William Waldner, PC

4.9139 Google reviews

Midtown Bankruptcy, the Law Offices of William Waldner, PC, operates out of Midtown Manhattan with hours that extend into the evening and include Saturdays. The firm focuses specifically on bankruptcy filings and handles cases across the metro area.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 139 reviews
Evening and Saturday hours, useful for clients working full time
Reviewers describe the process as clearly explained and stress-reducing
Personal responses from the attorney directly, according to reviewers

Worth knowing

Fewer reviews than the largest names on this list, though still a solid sample

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume139 · 77th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick if scheduling around a day job matters, given the extended evening and Saturday availability reviewers specifically call out.

Website +1212-244-2882 Directions

469 7th Ave #1225, New York, NY 10018

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Starr & Starr, PLLC

5.099 Google reviews

Starr & Starr, PLLC is a boutique Midtown firm handling bankruptcy, civil litigation, commercial debt collection and judgment enforcement in New York and New Jersey. Reviewers most often describe Chapter 7 filings, with the firm walking clients through document preparation and the 341 creditor meeting.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating across 99 reviews
Reviewers describe thorough prep for the required 341 meeting with creditors
Consistent, organized communication about deadlines
Described as patient with clients who have no prior legal experience

Worth knowing

One reviewer noted their case took longer than initially expected, so ask for a realistic timeline upfront

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume99 · 59th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable choice specifically for Chapter 7 filings, with reviewers consistently praising the firm's organization around deadlines and required meetings.

Website Book now +1888-867-8165 Directions

260 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

David J. Doyaga, Attorneys at Law

4.9102 Google reviews

David J. Doyaga, Attorneys at Law is a Brooklyn firm with locations also serving New Jersey and Pennsylvania, focused on Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and loan modification cases. The firm's site notes over 40 years of experience and Spanish-language service, and reviewers frequently mention the same paralegal by name across multiple cases.

What people praise

4.9 rating across 102 reviews
Reviewers describe the process as manageable even under significant financial stress
Spanish-language service available
Same support staff described across the full length of a case

Worth knowing

Smallest review base on this list, though ratings are consistently strong

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume102 · 68th

Confidencemoderate

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid, experienced option, particularly if bilingual service matters, with reviewers repeatedly crediting the same long-tenured paralegal for a smooth process.

Website +1718-488-7500 Directions

26 Court St suite 1803, Brooklyn, NY 11242

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How we score

Every figure on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the firm’s live Google star average. Review volume measures how many clients have left a review, weighed against other New York firms on this page. Confidence combines the two, so a 4.9 built on nearly 300 reviews counts for more than a 4.9 from a dozen. Recency tracks how recently clients are still reviewing. No firm can pay to change these numbers.

How much does filing for bankruptcy cost in New York? (2026)

Attorney fees for bankruptcy filings vary by case complexity, chapter filed, and firm. None of the firms on this page publish a full, verifiable public fee schedule, so specific dollar figures aren’t listed here. Ask for a written fee agreement at your free consultation before signing anything.

Serving all of New York

These firms cover Brooklyn, Midtown Manhattan and the wider New York metro, with several also handling cases in New Jersey. Searching for a bankruptcy attorney near me? Each listing below includes a phone number and address so you can confirm availability for a consultation.

What to ask before you hire a bankruptcy attorney

Is my situation better suited to Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or a non-bankruptcy debt settlement?
What is the total attorney fee, and is it a flat rate or hourly?
Will you personally attend my court hearings, or will someone else from the firm?
How long does a case like mine typically take from filing to discharge?
What documents do I need to bring to the first consultation?
Do you offer a payment plan for legal fees?

Frequently asked questions

Is there such a thing as a licensed insolvency trustee in New York?

Not under that name. Licensed Insolvency Trustee is a Canadian designation, regulated federally in Canada. In New York and the rest of the United States, personal and business insolvency is handled by bankruptcy attorneys who file and argue your case, and by trustees appointed by the bankruptcy court to administer it. The firms on this page are bankruptcy practitioners, which is the US equivalent of the role most people mean when they search for this term.

How did you choose these firms?

We started from firms handling insolvency and bankruptcy matters in New York with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

What’s the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Chapter 7 typically discharges qualifying debts after liquidating non-exempt assets, while Chapter 13 sets up a repayment plan over several years. Which applies depends on your income and assets; ask any firm on this page which fits your situation.

Do I need a lawyer to file for bankruptcy in New York?

It’s legally possible to file without one, but bankruptcy involves detailed paperwork and court procedure, so most people use an attorney to avoid mistakes that could delay or jeopardize the case.

The bottom line

The Law Office of Simon Goldenberg has the deepest review base and a useful focus on debt relief alternatives, while Robert M. Fox stands out for hands-on attorney involvement through every hearing. Whichever firm you call, get the fee agreement in writing at your free consultation.

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