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Natasha Meruelo
Natasha Meruelo, Esq.
445 Hamilton Avenue
Suite 1102
White Plains, NY 10601
Phone: (914) 517-7565 | Fax: (914) 470-6405
Affordable, Personalized Legal Solutions
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I am knowledgeable in a variety of areas of law and have been approached to handle a broad array of legal issues that clients encounter in their day-to-day life. Accordingly, while I enjoy handling Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies, foreclosures, short sales and engaging in debt collection defense, I believe in being able to offer clients a solution to any legal problem. In order to do so, I keep myself current on many areas of law such as will preparation and credit repair. I also enjoy working with small businesses to facilitate their growth and success.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Collections & Repossessions
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Business Bankruptcy
- Creditor Harassment
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Categories
Residential Real Estate
- Buying & Selling
- Condominiums & Cooperatives
- Homeowners' Associations
- Mortgages
- Real Estate Loans
- Renting & Leasing
- Tenants' Rights
Legal Topic
Immigration
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Categories
Immigration
- Citizenship or Naturalization
- Employer Work Visas
- Permanent Resident (Green Card)
- Undocumented Workers
- Visas
- Passports
- Family Petitions
- Employer Petitions
Bar Admissions
NJ, Dec 2007
NY, Mar 2008
Other Court Admissions
New York, 2nd Dept., SDNY, EDNY; New Jersey Supreme Court, and Federal Court for the District of New Jersey.
Association Memberships
Westchester Bar Association, Westchester Women's Bar Association, New York Bar Association, and Brooklyn Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I frequently attend continuing education legal seminars on topics in bankruptcy, criminal law, immigration law and real estate law.
Papers and Publications
-Considering a Cooperative Water Management Approach in Resolving the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin Water War, Fordham Environmental Law Review, 335-368 (Spring 2007).
- Mediation and Medical Malpractice: The Need to Understand Why Patients Sue and a Proposal for a Specific Model of Mediation, Journal of Legal Medicine, 285-306 (July 2008).
- The SEC's Latest Effort to Combat Insider Trading, Traders Magazine, September 2, 2008.
Example Cases
While no case is alike, I do have experience handling consumer bankruptcy matters as well as small business matters. I have helped clients discharge their personal debts and have also helped clients develop their business goals into realities.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Fordham University School of Law
City:
New York
State:
NY
Year:
2007
Honors:
Dean's List, Archibald R. Murray Public Service Award, Cum Laude, and Fordham Law School Merit Scholarship.
Focus and Accomplishments:
While in law school I was a member of the Fordham Environmental Law Review, and worked as a mediator for the NYC Family Court Mediation Program and the Bronx Small Claims Court Mediation Program.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
New York University
City:
New York
State:
NY
Year:
2004
Honors:
Cum Laude, University Honors Scholar, Founder's Day Awardee, Dean's List, and Economics Honors Society.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Anthropology.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
New York and New Jersey.
Firm Focus and History
The focus of my practice is on consumer bankruptcy matters, foreclosures and debt collection defense/representation.
I started my career in business and securities law and transitioned into a bankruptcy focused practice in 2009.
Previous Employment Summary
I previously worked at the Nelson Law Firm, where I practiced corporate, securities and business law. Prior to that I work at the MTA Office of the Inspector General in the legal department and before that as a legal analyst and researcher for the Institute of Judicial Studies in New York.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I welcome clients that have taken the time to research their legal issue and educate themselves. Because such clients have done foundation work, this allows me to "dive right in" to their case and to propose personalized solutions to their problem.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Although I am willing to review documents prepared by clients, I discourage clients from doing so because it is usually not an economical approach to their case. The time necessary to properly review and correct such prepared documents can lead to an unproductive use of both the client's time and my time and be a longer process that if I had simply prepared the documents myself.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
This is not the nature of my practice because I believe that I can only best serve my clients when I am fully involved in their case.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided to be a lawyer because I enjoy engaging in problem solving and finding unique solutions to a client's issues. In general, I enjoy helping people resolve their problems.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My broad legal background in several practice areas has made me a better lawyer because I can help clients that come to me with cases that touch on more than one area of law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Bankruptcy law and its related issues have simply interested me more than any other practice area.
What do you like best about your career?
The variety of cases I see and the fact that it allows me to help people with real problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me. I enjoy direct client communication and make an effort to answer all my phone calls and emails promptly.
What are your strengths and style?
My style is interpersonal. I strive to give personalized attention to clients and find the best solutions to their problems. For me, this includes being frank about whether or not they really need my legal services for their issue and guiding them in the right direction when I know something falls outside of my practice. I also appreciate clients who value communication and stay on top of their responsibilities in the legal process.
Personal Interests:
It is very important to me to do pro bono work and I regularly participate in volunteer attorney organizations. I also enjoy traveling when I have the time and am an avid reader and writer.
Fax
(914) 470-6405
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
After hours or weekend appointments available upon request.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
I speak Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I offer fixed price fees for consumer bankruptcies (Chapters 7 & 13), foreclosure representation, short sales and real estate closings, which will be discussed during the initial consultation. The fixed fee usually covers all typical fees and customary procedures in a bankruptcy filing. The fee may change slightly based on the individual's situation or if litigation is required. New clients who mention Nolo get a 15% discount off of both fixed rates and hourly rates.
Hourly Rates
$175.
Free Initial Consultation?
Consultations for Nolo clients are free of charge.
Typical Retainer
I charge flat fees for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases and perform all other work at an hourly rate.
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