Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin, Bankruptcy Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Trusts

PartneratShipman & Goodwin LLP

Hartford, CT

Practicing bankruptcy in Hartford since 2008.

18+
Years practicing
2
Bar admissions

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Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Trusts. Nathan has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP.

Based in
Hartford, CT
Experience
over 18 years
Known for
Bankruptcy · Business · Trusts
  • Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Trusts matters from Hartford, CT.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin: Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Trusts. Nathan has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP.

Areas of practice

Nathan's practice areas in Hartford

Nathan concentrates on bankruptcy, business, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Hartford, Connecticut

Nathan takes bankruptcy matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Hartford, Connecticut

Nathan takes business matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Hartford, Connecticut

Nathan takes trusts matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nathan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin, bankruptcy attorney serving Hartford

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Trusts. Nathan has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Nathan works from Hartford, Connecticut and takes on bankruptcy matters across the region.

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin is a lawyer practicing trusts, bankruptcy and creditors' rights counseling, bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation and 2 other areas of law. Nathan received a degree from Colgate University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years. Nathan practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.

Nathan's approach to bankruptcy cases

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin is a lawyer practicing trusts, bankruptcy and creditors' rights counseling, bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation and 2 other areas of law. Nathan received a degree from Colgate University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years. Nathan practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.

The kind of cases Nathan takes

Nathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and trusts matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Nathan studied and practices

  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

    J.D. · 2008

  • Colgate University

    cum laude · 2002

Jurisdictions

Nathan's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2010 · ACTIVE

  • Connecticut

    2008 · ACTIVE

Nathan studied at J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and cum laude in Colgate University.

Law school and academic background

Nathan completed J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and cum laude in Colgate University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nathan runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Nathan's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Connecticut Bar Association •Hartford County Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin's office in Hartford

Nathan's primary office is at One Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

One Constitution Plaza

Hartford, CT 06103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Hartford, Connecticut

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 Nathan

Nathan 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. Nathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Nathan'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 Nathan Zimmerman Plotkin

  • How much does it cost to hire Nathan for a bankruptcy case?

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

  • Does Nathan offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Connecticut 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. Nathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Nathan take my case if I'm outside Hartford?

    Nathan is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nathan 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 Nathan?

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

  • Is Nathan accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

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

Areas served

Bankruptcy attorneys serving Hartford, Stamford and New Haven in Connecticut

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