Biography
With over 45 years of legal practice in New York, Attorney Gregory Messer boasts a wealth of experience. Renowned for his skills in bankruptcy law, Mr. Messer is sought after by both individuals and businesses facing complex financial challenges. His stellar reputation in the legal community is evidenced by the numerous referrals he receives from fellow attorneys and satisfied clients.
Mr. Messer's credentials are impressive. He has been Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification since 1995 and has served as a panel trustee for the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel in the Eastern and Southern districts of New York for thirty years.
His accolades include recognition in prestigious publications such as Super Lawyers and the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers™, as well as an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®. He has also been honored with awards such as the Frieda S. Nisnewitz Award for Service to the Brooklyn community in 2003 and the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Pro Bono Award in 1999, the Leticia Award in 2022.
Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Messer is deeply involved in his community. He served as treasurer of the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project, demonstrating his commitment to providing legal assistance to low-income residents and has handled numerous pro bono case every year. Additionally, he serves as a mentor to young lawyers.
Mr. Messer's dedication to bankruptcy law extends to his role as a lecturer. He frequently shares his knowledge at various legal forums and organizations, including the New York State Bar Association, the Practicing Law Institute, and the Bar Association of the City of New York, the Brooklyn Bar Association as well as other Bar Associations & CLE providers.
As a member of esteemed legal associations such as the American Bar Foundation and the American Bankruptcy Institute, Mr. Messer remains at the forefront of his field, ensuring that he can provide his clients with the highest level of representation and support.
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy Law
Education
- Albany Law School of Union University, Albany, New York
- J.D. - 1977
- Drew University
- B.A. - 1974
Bar Admission
- New York, 1978
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York, 1978
- U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of New York, 1978
Honors
- Fellow of the American Bar Foundation
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
- Listed in Super Lawyers
- Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers™
- Frieda S. Nisnewitz Award for Service
- Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Pro Bono Award
Classes & Seminars
- Lecturer on bankruptcy topics for the New York State Bar Association, the Practicing Law Institute, the Bar Association of the City of New York, the New York County Lawyers Association and the Brooklyn Bar Association
Pro-Bono Activities
- Treasurer of the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project
Professional Associations
- Chapter 7 Trustee Panel for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, Panel Member, 1980
- Nassau County Bar Association, Member
- Brooklyn Bar Association, Member
- New York State Bar Association, Member
- American Bar Association, Member
- American Bankruptcy Institute, Member
- National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, Member
- New York County Lawyers Association, Member
- Bar Association of the City of New York, Member
Certified Legal Specialties
- Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Bankruptcy Institute, 1995
- Mediator in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York