How much does it cost to hire Fred for a creditor rights case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fred walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Fred offer a free consultation?

Fred charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred's office. Some creditor rights attorneys offer free consults — check Fred's current terms during booking.

How long do creditor rights cases in New York typically take?

Simple creditor rights 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. Fred gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Fred take my case if I'm outside Hewlett?

Fred 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 — Fred 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 Fred?

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. Fred will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Fred accepting new creditor rights clients right now?

Fred's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Fred L. Abrams, Creditor Rights Attorney in Hewlett, New York

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Creditor Rights, Divorce, and Estate Planning · 5.0/5 rating from 22 verified client reviews

AttorneyatFred L. Abrams Attorney at Law

Hewlett, NY

Practicing creditor rights in Hewlett since 1990.

36+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 22 client reviews
7: Bar admissions

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Creditor Rights Divorce Estate Planning General Trusts

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Fred L. Abrams is an attorney based in Hewlett, NY. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights, Divorce, and Estate Planning. Fred has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fred L. Abrams Attorney at Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 client reviews.

Based in: Hewlett, NY
Experience: over 36 years
Known for: Creditor Rights · Divorce · Estate Planning

Handles Creditor Rights, Divorce, and Estate Planning matters from Hewlett, NY.
Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Fred's practice areas in Hewlett

Fred concentrates on creditor rights, divorce, estate planning, general, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fred handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Creditor Rights cases in Hewlett, New York

Fred takes creditor rights matters in Hewlett, 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 Fred agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in Hewlett, New York

Fred takes divorce matters in Hewlett, 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 Fred agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Hewlett, New York

Fred takes estate planning matters in Hewlett, 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 Fred agrees to represent you.

General cases in Hewlett, New York

Fred takes general matters in Hewlett, 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 Fred agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Hewlett, New York

Fred takes trusts matters in Hewlett, 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 Fred agrees to represent you.

Biography

Fred L. Abrams, creditor rights attorney serving Hewlett

As a member of the New York bar since 1990, Mr. Abrams has handled a wide variety of legal matters in which assets were hidden, such as RICO, money laundering, identity theft and tax fraud. He additionally handled cases in federal court in which his adversaries were Casio Computer Co. Ltd. of Japan; General Motors Corp.; Detroit Diesel Corp; & Lloyds of London.

Mr. Abrams also located tens of millions of dollars hidden in offshore tax havens; and sought discovery from foreign bank witnesses by filing legal proceedings in Zurich, Geneva, Tel Aviv, Amsterdam and Puerto Rico.

Mr. Abrams currently practices in the asset recovery areas of financial intelligence, financial fraud investigations and forced collection proceedings. He has been cited by Reuters, Forbes Magazine <https://www.forbes.com/2010/03/03/hip-hop-weekly-business-misick-turks-scandal.html#a834394770df>, The New York Times <http://www.nytimes.com/2008/12/31/business/31offshore.html?scp=1&sq=fred%20l.%20abrams&st=cse>, MoneyLaundering.com and appeared on FoxBusiness News.

II. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

At the 20th Fraud & Forensic Accounting Conference <https://www.lsu.edu/business/accounting/fraud.php> hosted by Louisiana State University’s Department of Accounting <https://www.lsu.edu/business/accounting/index.php>, Mr. Abrams will present his program “Searching For Hidden Assets”. This annual conference will be held July 24-25, 2025 in Baton Rouge Louisiana. Moreover, since 2007 Mr. Abrams has presented 18 programs about how assets may be concealed both domestically and abroad. Mr. Abrams presented these programs in Abuja, Nigeria; the United Kingdom; Florida; Massachusetts and New York. These programs were at:

- The Association of the Bar of the City of New York

- The Massachusetts’ Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial

Lawyers

- The 8th Annual OffshoreAlert Financial Due Diligence Conference

- The June 2014 Carmelite Chambers International Fraud & Asset Recovery

Conference in London

- The 2018 Asset Recovery Workshop in Abuja, Nigeria sponsored by the

Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering In West Africa and

the European Union

- The New York County Lawyers’ Association

- The Queens County Bar Association

- The Brooklyn Bar Association

- The Nassau County Bar Association

- The Suffolk County Bar Association

How Fred handles creditor rights matters

Who Fred represents

Fred reviews new inquiries case-by-case for creditor rights, divorce, and estate planning matters in Hewlett and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Fred studied and practices

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University J.D.
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Harpur College, State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. with Departmental Honors in English
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Jurisdictions

Fred's state bar admissions

U.S. Court of Appeal
2018 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1990 · ACTIVE
New York
1990 · ACTIVE

Fred studied at — in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University J.D. and — in Harpur College, State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. with Departmental Honors in English.

Law school and academic background

Fred completed — in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University J.D. and — in Harpur College, State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. with Departmental Honors in English. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fred runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Fred's legal honors and published work

Fred has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Fred L. Abrams's office in Hewlett

Fred's primary office is at 31 West 34 Street, Suite 8133, Hewlett, NY, 10001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fred L. Abrams Attorney at Law

31 West 34 Street, Suite 8133

Hewlett, NY 10001

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Fred L. Abrams — 5.0/5 rating from 22 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Fred. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing creditor rights attorneys in Hewlett.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Fred L. Abrams — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new creditor rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Fred usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Fred charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred'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; Fred will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a creditor rights attorney in Hewlett, New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many creditor rights 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 Fred

Fred discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in creditor rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every creditor rights 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. Fred confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Fred's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many creditor rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Fred L. Abrams

How much does it cost to hire Fred for a creditor rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fred walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fred offer a free consultation?
Fred charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fred's office. Some creditor rights attorneys offer free consults — check Fred's current terms during booking.
How long do creditor rights cases in New York typically take?
Simple creditor rights 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. Fred gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fred take my case if I'm outside Hewlett?
Fred 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 — Fred 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 Fred?
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. Fred will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fred accepting new creditor rights clients right now?
Fred'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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