Afsheen Shah, Bankruptcy Attorney in Great Neck, New York
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Environmental, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratGarfunkel Wild, P.C.
Great Neck, NY
Practicing bankruptcy in Great Neck since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Afsheen Shah is a partner based in Great Neck, NY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Environmental, and General. Afsheen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garfunkel Wild, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Great Neck, NY
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Environmental · General
- Handles Bankruptcy, Environmental, and General matters from Great Neck, NY.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Afsheen Shah: Afsheen Shah is a partner based in Great Neck, NY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Environmental, and General. Afsheen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garfunkel Wild, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Afsheen takes on
Afsheen concentrates on bankruptcy, environmental, general, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Afsheen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy cases in Great Neck, New York
Afsheen takes bankruptcy matters in Great Neck, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Afsheen agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Great Neck, New York
Afsheen takes environmental matters in Great Neck, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Afsheen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Great Neck, New York
Afsheen takes general matters in Great Neck, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Afsheen agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Great Neck, New York
Afsheen takes real estate matters in Great Neck, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Afsheen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Afsheen Shah — bankruptcy lawyer in Great Neck
Afsheen Shah is a partner based in Great Neck, NY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Environmental, and General. Afsheen has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Garfunkel Wild, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Afsheen Shah is a lawyer practicing finance, real estate, corporate reorganization and bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. Afsheen received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Afsheen practices at Garfunkel Wild, P.C. in Great Neck, NY.
Afsheen's approach to bankruptcy cases
Afsheen Shah is a lawyer practicing finance, real estate, corporate reorganization and bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. Afsheen received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Afsheen practices at Garfunkel Wild, P.C. in Great Neck, NY.
Clients Afsheen works with
Afsheen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, environmental, and general matters in Great Neck and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Hofstra University School of Law
J.D. · 1998
University of North Carolina
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Afsheen's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
1999 · ACTIVE
Afsheen studied at J.D. in Hofstra University School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina.
Law school and academic background
Afsheen completed J.D. in Hofstra University School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Afsheen runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Afsheen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Afsheen's professional memberships and bar associations
Nassau County, New York State and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Afsheen Shah's office in Great Neck
Afsheen's primary office is at 111 Great Neck Rd., 6th Fl., Great Neck, NY, 11021-5400. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Garfunkel Wild, P.C.
111 Great Neck Rd., 6th Fl.
Great Neck, NY 11021-5400
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How to hire Afsheen Shah — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Afsheen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Afsheen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Afsheen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Afsheen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Great Neck, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Afsheen
Afsheen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Afsheen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Afsheen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Afsheen Shah
How much does it cost to hire Afsheen for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Afsheen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Afsheen offer a free consultation?
Afsheen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Afsheen's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Afsheen's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in New York typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Afsheen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Afsheen take my case if I'm outside Great Neck?
Afsheen is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Afsheen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Afsheen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Afsheen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Afsheen accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Afsheen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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