About Norma E.
Norma E. Ortiz is a founding partner at Ortiz & Ortiz, LLP, a law firm with offices strategically located in Brooklyn and Astoria, New York. Since its inception, the firm has focused on various legal areas, including bankruptcy, business law, estate planning, probate, and real estate law. With over three decades of experience, Ms. Ortiz has been practicing law in New York since 1988 and expanded her practice to New Jersey in 1994. This extensive background allows her to provide comprehensive legal services to clients. Ms.
Ortiz earned her Juris Doctor from the prestigious New York University School of Law in 1987. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Urban Legal Studies at the City College of New York in 1984. These academic credentials laid a strong foundation for her legal career, equipping her with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate complex legal fields. Her commitment to education and professional development has been a cornerstone of her practice. Before joining her father's legal practice in 1998, Ms. Ortiz worked working for the U.S. Department of Justice Trustee’s Office.
This role provided her with insight into the administrative aspects of bankruptcy law. Additionally, she clerked for a bankruptcy judge in the Southern District of New York, further honing her expertise in this specialized field. These formative experiences have significantly shaped her approach to legal practice — This lets the attorney serve her clients effectively. In New York, Ms. Ortiz is admitted to practice law and maintains good standing with the state bar. Similarly, she is also admitted to practice in New Jersey, where she continues to build her reputation as a knowledgeable and reliable attorney. Her active involvement in professional organizations shows her dedication to the legal community.
Ms. Ortiz serves on the Board of Directors for the Puerto Rican Bar Association and is a member of the New York State Bar Association's Business Law Section and Bankruptcy Committee. She is also affiliated with the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Recognized for her expertise in bankruptcy law, Ms. Ortiz has chaired the Bankruptcy Committee of the New York State Bar Association's Business Law Section. Her insights and knowledge have led to interviews with prominent news networks such as New York 1 and CNN, where she has been featured as an expert in bankruptcy law. Fluent in Spanish, she effectively serves clients, assisting both businesses and consumers in navigating complex legal matters with confidence and clarity.
