Armen Shahinian, Bankruptcy Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction
Roseland New, NJ
Trusted bankruptcy attorney serving Roseland.
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Armen Shahinian is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.
- Based in
- Roseland, NEW JERSEY
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Construction
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction matters from Roseland, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance (Newark) (2024).
About Armen Shahinian: Armen Shahinian is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Armen Shahinian
Armen concentrates on bankruptcy, business, construction, estate litigation, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Armen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Construction
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Estate Litigation
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Bankruptcy cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Armen takes bankruptcy matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Armen agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Armen takes business matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Armen agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Armen takes construction matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Armen agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Armen takes estate litigation matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Armen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Roseland, New Jersey
Armen takes litigation matters in Roseland, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Armen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Armen Shahinian — Attorney of New Jersey bankruptcy experience
Armen Shahinian is an attorney based in Roseland, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Construction.
Armen Shahinian practices in the areas of commercial litigation, construction litigation, fidelity and surety law, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights. He joined the firm in 1977 and today leads the firm’s nationally recognized Fidelity and Surety Group, one of the largest in the country.
Armen served as a member and chairman of the New Jersey Supreme Court District Ethics Committee for West Essex County from 1989 to 1993. He is a member of the American Bar Association Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section Fidelity & Surety Law Committee, having served as Chair from 2000 to 2001. He is also a member of the ABA Litigation and Public Contract Law Sections. He has also served as a member of the Editorial Board of the ABA Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section’s quarterly publication The Brief and served as a member of its Continuing Legal Education Board.
Armen is a member of the Board of Directors of the Surety Claims Institute and Editor-in-Chief of its Newsletter. Currently, he serves as an Advisor to the Surety and Fidelity Claims Committees of the Surety & Fidelity Association of America. He also is a Trustee and Past President of the Legal Services Foundation of Essex County, and is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. In the mid-1990s, Armen helped found the Fidelity Law Association and currently serves as Advisor Emeritus.
Armen has been honored by the American Bar Association Tort Trial and Insurance Section's Fidelity and Surety Law Committee to receive its “2018 Martin J. Andrew Award.”
Armen is a graduate of the New York University School of Law where he served as associate editor of the Annual Survey of American Law.
Working with Armen on a bankruptcy matter
Armen Shahinian practices in the areas of commercial litigation, construction litigation, fidelity and surety law, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights. He joined the firm in 1977 and today leads the firm’s nationally recognized Fidelity and Surety Group, one of the largest in the country. Armen served as a member and chairman of the New Jersey Supreme Court District Ethics Committee for West Essex…
Clients Armen works with
Armen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and construction matters in Roseland and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Armen Shahinian's legal education and bar admissions
New York University
J.D. · 1974
Brown University
— · 1971
Jurisdictions
Armen's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
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Armen studied at J.D. in New York University and — in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Armen completed J.D. in New York University and — in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Armen runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Armen Shahinian
Armen has received 34 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance (Newark)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Newark)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance (Newark)
2012
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Newark)
2011
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Architects and Engineers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Disputes
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Contract Disputes
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fidelity
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Duties
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Contracts
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Coverage
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Surety
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — NJBIZ
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Icon Honors Award (2021)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Included in
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , New Jersey Construction (2020-2024)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fidelity Law Association, Founders Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section Fellow
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance (Newark) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Newark) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Banking and Finance (Newark) (2012). Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Newark) (2011). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Armen Shahinian's office in Roseland
Armen's primary office is at 105 Eisenhower Parkway, Roseland, New Jersey, 07068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Armen Shahinian — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Armen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Armen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Armen'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; Armen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
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 Armen
Armen 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. Armen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Armen'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 Armen Shahinian
How much does it cost to hire Armen for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Armen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Armen offer a free consultation?
Armen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Armen's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Armen's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in New Jersey 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. Armen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Armen take my case if I'm outside Roseland?
Armen is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Armen 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 Armen?
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. Armen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Armen accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Armen'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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