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Talk to a Chapter 11 bankruptcy attorney on Long Island, NY who listens first, then lays out realistic options for your business.
Long Island Chapter 11 Reorganization
Chapter 11 is the bankruptcy chapter built for businesses that still have something worth saving. Owners of restaurants, contracting companies, medical practices, trucking firms and real estate holding entities across Long Island—from Glen Cove and Jericho to Hauppauge and Islip—use it to restructure debt while staying open. In most cases you stay in charge as the debtor in possession, and the automatic stay pauses lawsuits and most collection once you file.
We work as your Chapter 11 bankruptcy attorney on Long Island, NY, serving businesses along the Long Island Expressway and Jericho Turnpike. We help you decide whether reorganizing makes sense, what it would look like, and what else is on the table.
Business Bankruptcy Attorney Long Island
The Frank Law Firm provided me with legal advice and guidance during a difficult situation. I came to them to review and explain a legal contract I had signed. Amanda was very knowledgeable and explained the document thoroughly. She was very reassuring, and honest in answering all my questions. I would highly recommend to anyone seeking legal representation to reach out to this firm.
Thomas Frank came highly recommended by an attorney I trust and represented me in a complex matter against a large business entity represented by a large NYC firm. He immediately grasped the nature and scope of my case and came up with a brilliant, linear strategy in short order. Just as swiftly, Thomas strategically executed on each step. I have worked with white glove law firms and have never found the level of consistency and professionalism that Thomas provided in his capacity of counsel. He literally made zero mistakes, even in the moments of game time decisions in the courtroom. Not only that, his creativity and judgement led to an outcome that exceeded my expectations, and, as a human being, he was an absolute pleasure to work with. I cannot recommend Thomas Frank highly enough!
We came to Frank Law Firm because our original attorney put us in a scenario where everything was mismanaged. Amanda quickly cleaned up our previous attorneys mess and put us back on track. From day one they were very transparent about their process and fees. They provided fantastic guidance for us as new home owners. The team was highly responsive and often took time to ensure we fully understood potential outcomes and next steps. Overall we would work with them again and recommend to friends.
Amanda was a pleasure to work with!!! Selling and buying a home at the same time is very stressful too begin with and my experience was very difficult and stressful to say the least. Amanda was so patient, always available, and very knowledgeable to every question and concern that I had. I was truly blessed to have her represent me with both of my transactions. I would definitely recommend The Frank Law Firm to anyone that is looking for the best lawyers out there!!!
Amanda was extremely attentive and followed up on everything promptly. The law firm was professional and courteous and I highly recommend it.
Top of the line customer service. Helped me get my moving violation dismissed and I didn't have to do anything ! Was certain I would get in some trouble but was completely shocked when I received the news that it was completely dismissed. In the past with other law firms I paid a lot of money to only get the penalty months later. The Frank Law Firm dealt with my situation in the most kind and professional way. Very nice people.
Top of the line customer service. Helped me get my moving violation dismissed and I didn't have to do anything ! Was certain I would get in some trouble but was completely shocked when I received the news that it was completely dismissed. In the past with other law firms I paid a lot of money to only get the penalty months later. The Frank Law Firm dealt with my situation in the most kind and professional way. Very nice people.
Thomas Frank was a pleasure to work with. The experience was nothing but a professional one. Mr. Frank guided me through the whole process of Chapter 7 bankruptcy. He was always available to reach by email or texting at any time that I contacted him. He never failed to get back to me within hours. I highly recommend Mr. Frank for all of your legal issues. Also, you'll find their price for their legal services to be more than fair. Again, a great big thank you to a professional and knowledgeable team.
I needed an attorney quick fast and in a hurry. My girlfriend recommended this firm. I called and Amanda got back to me quickly. She researched my issue and gave me good guidance. She is a former prosecutor but able to explain convoluted legal concepts in a very straight forward way. We didn't wind up retaining the firm due to the time contraints of our case, but I know we will be working with them in the future. Give them a call, I think you will like what you hear.
I would like to thank Thomas in handling my first time home buying experience with his law firm. He was very polite and very professional. He even took the time to explain to me page by page about some documents I received from the seller, which by the way it was on his spare time to answer all of my concerns about those documents. He responded on every email and text that I had questions and concerns and I got answers. Thomas made himself accessible and told me if I have any other closing related issues pertaining any documents to give him a call. Thank you once again on doing a great job. I would highly recommend Thomas Frank and his law firm.
I retained Frank Law Firm when I received a warrant for an unpaid ticket. Not knowing the severity of this issue, I called and consulted Amanda. Before giving me any direction, she took the time to make some calls and figure out what exactly was going on. She then guided me through the process. She was very comforting and explained everything in a manor that I understood. I would like to send a sincere thank you to her and Frank Law Firm. The amount of attention and guidance I received was refreshing. I would recommend them to anyone!
The Frank Law firm has helped me and my family tremendously. Amanda has been nothing but a blessing with her vast knowledge and resources, Me and My family were very satisfied with their service. Would definitely recommended them.
I'm a real estate investor in NY and I honestly could not ask to partner up with any firm better than the incredible people at Frank Law Firm. There passion, love and dedication for what they do is evident. I can't thank them enough for everything they have helped me with so far and we are only going to grow from here...
Nassau County Chapter 11 Attorney
Many lawyers who take on this work only ever sit on one side of the table. Thomas Frank started his career at a boutique bankruptcy firm in Syosset and has since represented debtors, creditors and trustees, along with lenders and borrowers in residential and commercial loan disputes.
That matters when a bank or landlord is sitting across from you. As a business bankruptcy lawyer serving Long Island, NY, we know what lenders look for, what makes them nervous and what a plan needs before they'll support it. Whether you need a corporate bankruptcy attorney on Long Island for a company or you operate as a sole proprietor, we use that perspective to build plans that can be confirmed, not just filed.
Suffolk County Chapter 11 Lawyer
Before anything is filed, we go through your financials, loan documents, leases and any lawsuits against you, and we map out how the case ends before it begins. Then we file in the Eastern District of New York, where Nassau and Suffolk cases go through the Central Islip division. The court's Chapter 11 filing fee is $1,738, and attorney fees are reviewed and approved by the bankruptcy court.
In 2025, Nassau County businesses filed 86 Chapter 11 cases in the district and Suffolk County businesses filed 59. That's a small bench. We've handled hundreds of bankruptcy cases in the Eastern District, so as your Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer on Long Island, NY, the local trustees and procedures aren't new to us.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Long Island Process
Have a question about your situation? Start with a conversation.
Ask our teamWe start by finding out whether your business can actually be saved, because that decides everything else. From there, we review your financials, loan documents, leases and lawsuits, build the restructuring plan, file the case in the Eastern District of New York and negotiate with lenders, landlords and vendors. When a creditor challenges something, we handle the dispute in court. We'll also tell you plainly when another route—like Chapter 7, an out-of-court workout or selling the business—makes more sense for your Long Island situation.
The court charges a $1,738 filing fee for a Chapter 11 case, made up of a $1,167 filing fee and a $571 administrative fee. Attorney fees depend on how large and contested your case is, and in Chapter 11 those fees are subject to review and approval by the bankruptcy court. Subchapter V filers pay the same filing fee but avoid the quarterly U.S. Trustee fees that larger cases pay. Your first consultation with us is free, and we explain how our fees work before you decide anything, so there are no surprises when you hire a Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer on Long Island, NY.
Subchapter V is a streamlined version of Chapter 11 designed for smaller businesses. You file a simplified plan within 90 days, only you can propose it, and the court can confirm it over creditor objections if certain conditions are met. At least half your debt must come from business activity. Individuals and sole proprietors can qualify, but single-asset real estate entities and public companies cannot. The debt limit has changed several times in recent years, so we confirm exactly where you stand on the day you file. Long Island owners carrying SBA, equipment and lease debt may be worth checking.
Not automatically, and this is where Long Island owners get blindsided. A personal guarantee is a separate promise between you and the lender, so reorganizing the company doesn't erase it. Many business owners guarantee commercial mortgages or business loans, which means the bank may still come after you personally. That's why a Chapter 11 attorney should look at your guarantee exposure from the first meeting and plan around it, rather than treating the business and your household as two separate problems. Whether your home is at risk depends on your loans and circumstances, and we'll give you a straight answer once we've seen the documents.
Often, yes, but only once the case is filed. The automatic stay takes effect the moment you file and pauses most lawsuits, collection efforts and foreclosure sales, including on commercial property. It isn't a permanent shield, and a creditor can ask the court to lift it. Foreclosure defense and creditor-side work are part of our practice, so we pay close attention to sale dates. If you're a Nassau County or Suffolk County owner with an auction or levy on the calendar, talk with a business bankruptcy attorney as early as you can, because waiting for the bank to act leaves you fewer options.
Chapter 11 isn't always the answer, and we'll tell you if it isn't. It works best when the business has income or assets worth saving and creditors have a reason to cooperate. If high costs on Long Island—from rent and payroll to insurance and utilities—have pushed you past what a loan modification or an out-of-court workout can fix, reorganization may be the right move. If the business can't be saved, Chapter 7 or a sale may be cleaner. We review the numbers first, then give you an honest recommendation, even when that means you don't need a Chapter 11 reorganization at all.