BANKRUPTCY - Key Persons


Brooklyn New York Bankruptcy

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  • Trustee Actions Lawyers

Bruce Weiner

Job Titles:
  • Partner
Partner Bruce Weiner is a tenacious defender of his client's rights. He has a warm and understanding demeanor. He has been representing debtors and creditors for over 30 years. Mr Weiner has also handled hundreds of trustee litigation matters since joining the firm in 1994. In addition to handling Chapter 7 & 13 matters, he has successfully argued cases in front of the U.S. Court of Appeals and numerous complex Chapter 11 matters. Learn more about Bruce Weiner Bruce Weiner has been practicing bankruptcy law since he was admitted to the bar in 1978. In addition to his 30 years experience representing debtors, creditors and those being sued by bankruptcy trustees, Mr. Weiner has been involved in hundreds of trustee litigation cases since he joined Rosenberg Musso & Weiner in 1994. Bruce Weiner is known for thinking fast on his feet, his ability to handle complex cases, caring client representation, attention to detail, excellent writing skills and courtroom demeanor, and tenacity. Here are some highlights of the thousands of bankruptcy cases that Bruce Weiner has successfully handled: NYC bankruptcy attorney Mr. Weiner has successfully argued 4 cases before the US Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit: Musso vs. Ostashko, this case involved the complicated interplay between divorce and bankruptcy. On appeal, Mr. Weiner successfully proved the assets belonged to the bankruptcy trustee, not to the spouse who had been awarded them by the state court. NYC bankruptcy attorney Mr. Weiner successfully represented a debtor in a case against Caesar's Palace Casino, discharging his gambling debt and forcing the casino to pay fees for violating the automatic stay. In re Fischer, Bruce Weiner successfully represented a Chapter 7 Trustee in a case involving multiple parcels of real estate and complex issues. In re Kran, 760 F,3d 206 (2dCir. 2014) Bruce prevailed in a complex bankruptcy case involving an attorney's attempt to recover fees. Bruce Weiner is married with 2 children.

Robert J. Musso

Job Titles:
  • Partner
  • Trustee
Robert Musso is a Bankruptcy Trustee and attorney. He has been practicing bankruptcy law since he was admitted to the bar in 1977. He has been a member of the trustee panel for the US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District for 30 years. Therefore, Mr. Musso is trusted by the court to administer millions of dollars of assets in cases involving individuals and companies, ranging from manufacturing to bakeries. In addition to liquidating and recovering assets such as cash, business inventory and equipment, Mr. Musso has also recovered and liquidated residential and commercial real estate assets. Mr. Robert Musso received an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell, which is their highest rating for attorneys. Rosenberg, Musso & Weiner's debtor clients benefit from his Bankruptcy Trustee experience, as he brings a unique understanding of the issues from the other side of the table. He has in depth knowledge and experience of fraudulent transfers and bankruptcy litigation cases, as well as how to identify asset cases. Robert Musso knows that there are times when it is not advantageous for a client to file for bankruptcy. Knowing when to file and when not to, helps debtor clients make the decision that's best for them. Mr. Musso has an excellent working relationship with other bankruptcy trustees, and is well respected by bankruptcy judges, and other court personnel. An understanding, patient man, Robert Musso is also known for his responsiveness to clients and their needs. Mr. Musso is married and has 3 children. Here are some highlights of the thousands of bankruptcy & trustee cases that Robert Musso has successfully defended: Partner Robert Musso is AV rated bankruptcy trustee and attorney. He has served on the trustee panel for the US Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District for over 30 years. The court trusts Mr. Musso to administer millions of dollars in assets. As a result, our creditor clients benefit from his unusual knowledge of the issues from both sides of the table. Learn more about Robert J.

Robert Nadel

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  • Associate
Robert Nadel heads up our Suffolk Country Office, consultations are available at this location by appointment only. Mr. Nadel is married and has two children. is known for being a "positive force in client's lives." He has deep experience in individual bankruptcies and a high success rate in Chapter 13. As a result, he has helped many home owners in foreclosure keep their homes. As well, he has helped clients who failed to qualify for Chapter 7, to discharge their debts under Chapter 13. To learn more about Robert Nadel, click here