Stephen J. Shimshak
About Stephen J. Shimshak
Stephen J. Shimshak is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Stephen J. Shimshak is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New York, New York
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: New York, NY
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