Top Bankruptcy & Debt Lawyers in Chicago | 29 available

29 Bankruptcy & Debt lawyers are available in Chicago, Illinois, including Adam Merrill, Ariel Weissberg, Brian Zeft, and Carolina Sales. These lawyers are rated between 4.4/5 to 4.8/5 and 61% provide free consultation.

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Adam Merrill

Firm: Sperling & Slater, A Professional Corporation
55 West Monroe Street Suite 3200 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

John Ioakimidis

Firm: John Ioakimidis, Esq.
Triangle Plaza- West Tower - Near O'Hare Airport , Chicago , Illinois 60631
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
I value my clients and aggressively defend their rights.  I strive to resolve issues quickly with the least amount of expense.  Usually, by the end of the case, my clients consider me not only as their lawyer, but also as their friend.. I am licensed to practice in all Illinois Courts, the US Court of Appeals -7th Circuit, and before the  United States Supreme Court.
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“I highly recommend John. He is very knowledgeable and cares about his clients. A friend recommende”
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“John is an outstanding attorney who zealously and passionately represents his clients in a professional manner!”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Matthew McClintock

Firm: Goldstein & McClintock, LLLP
111 West Washington Street , Chicago , Illinois 60602
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Corporate , Bankruptcy & Debt
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“to work with and, maybe even more significantly, highly efficient and driven toward achieving the be”
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“Matthew is well-respected within the legal community for his legal and people skills. He has fostered a practice that provides high quality, large law firm services while also main…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Marc Wagman

Firm: Marc Wagman Potestivo & Associates PC
223 West Jackson Suite 610 , Chicago , Illinois 60606
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
I grew up in Indiana.  My job is all about getting people out of debt and effectively representing my clients.  I received my undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Political Science.  I received myJuris Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School.  While at John Marshall, Marc was a staff editor on The Journal of Information and Technology Law.  After law school Marc worked for one of the largest bankruptcy firms in Chicago.  I left seeking a smaller more personalized firm.  I worked at a small respected boutique firm practicing bankruptcy and litigation in bankruptcy.  After that, I worked for a foreclosure firm in Northbrook in their bankruptcy department.  Unsatisfied with creditors work I left and entered private practice.  I am licensed in the State of Illinois, a member of the Federal Trial Bar, and licensed in both the Northern and Central Districts of Illinois Federal Courts.
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“I endorse this lawyer. Why? Because if you are seeking an attorney, you want one with experience to know your options, one with knowledge to be able to explain to you those options…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Marc Affolter

55 E. Monroe St., Suite 3400 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
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“ped me focus on what comes next. That is being able to live within my means. Rough times ahead. Than”
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“I have worked with Marc for two years, and in that time he has shown himself to be a fine bankruptcy attorney, dedicated to doing all he can for his clients. They recognize this in…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Justin Storer

Firm: Law Office of William J. Factor, Ltd.
105 W. Madiston St. , Chicago , Illinois 60602
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
I've got experience in bankruptcy (and bankruptcy litigation, and bankruptcy appeals), foreclosure defense, tax negotiation and repayment plans, citation defense and asset protection. Complicated things happen. If I can help, I will.
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“or that is very helpful in assisting clients in what is a very stressful time and makes those stress”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Joseph Olstein

Firm: Olstein Law LLC
10450 S. Western Ave. , Chicago , Illinois 60643
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
I own and operate Olstein Law, a consumer protection and bankruptcy law firm that is dedicated to helping consumers resolve the financial hardships they are experiencing.  I will take the time to listen to your concerns, answer all your questions, and help you make the best decision to resolve your financial hardships.
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“I worked with Joe for several years and he's an excellent bankruptcy attorney. If I ever had a question I would ask Joe.”
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“I am with the 1 star person. I tried to reach out to him for questions regarding my chapter 13 case. He never responded back, even though he said he would call back at the end of t…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Joseph Doyle

Firm: Attorney Joseph P. Doyle
401 South State Street , Chicago , Illinois 60606
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
If you are on the brink of filing for bankruptcy and wondering where you can turn, come to the law office of Joseph P. Doyle. Attorney Doyle received his undergraduate degree from Loyola University Chicago before going on to receive his law degree at Ohio Northern University. He later received his Masters of Law at Case Western Reserve. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar and the American Bar Association, and has earned a highly-respected reputation. Whether you need assistance with Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or credit counseling, you can trust Attorney Doyle to help you find the solution that's right for you.
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5

John Redfield

Firm: Crane, Simon, Clar & Goodman
135 S La Salle St Ste 3705 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
Chicago Bankruptcy Attorney John Redfield has more than 30 years of experience in bankruptcy law. He holds his Masters of Law in taxation and is a certified public accountant. As a bankruptcy trustee, he represented bankruptcy estates and fought to collect money owed to the estate. He now uses this knowledge of the other side to more effectively represent those in need of debt relief.. At John Redfield & Associates your case receives personal attention. From commencement to the conclusion, you work with one attorney. Your case will not be shuffled from one paralegal to the next, or handed off to an inexperienced associate.
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“fused to return any of the money I paid him or go on a court TV show who has offered to settle our”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joel Schechter

Firm: Law Offices of Joel A. Schechter
53 W Jackson Blvd, Suite 1522 , Chicago , Illinois 60604
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
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“e very professionally and timely. He is very knowledgeable and communicates extremely well. I give t”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ariel Weissberg

Firm: Weissberg & Associates, Ltd.
401 S La Salle St Ste 403 , Chicago , Illinois 60605
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
Weissberg and Associates was founded in 1984. The firm’s business philosophy is to rehabilitate and salvage, rather than destroy; to work with clients as a team member to achieve the most cost-efficient positive results.. The firm embraces the building of long-standing and broad-based relationships with its clients. Our goal is to evolve our client relationships as our clients’ needs change, and to help our clients advance their business circumstances.. Weissberg and Associates represents publicly traded and privately-held businesses, including real estate professionals, developers, banks, and telecommunication companies, and is counsel to individuals and businesses seeking financial advice and strategic planning assistance.. Our Principal, Ariel Weissberg, also serves as General Counsel to a number of businesses where he acts as part of the Management Team and as a key problem solver. We invite you to contact Ariel and explore how he might be an asset to your firm’s management team.
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“easily the toughest, sharpest and most confident lawyer I have seen to date.”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jean Soh

Firm: Dykema Professionals
10 South Wacker Drive Suite 2300 , Chicago , Illinois 60606
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“Jean Soh exemplifies the compassion and expertise not often seen in the legal field. She has showen”
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Frank Kokoszka

Firm: Kokoszka & Janczur
19 South LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
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“I recommend Mr. Kokoszka because he has a very active presence in the Bankruptcy field. He has an especially high participation in helping Avvo askers by giving them solid, practic…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Eric Zelazny

Firm: Zelazny Business Bankruptcy
53 W. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 304, , Chicago , Illinois 60604
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
Times are extremely trying for small businesses, especially right now.. Eric Zelazny is a bankruptcy attorney and CPA who is the founder and managing partner of Zelazny Business Bankruptcy & IRS Solutions with offices in Downtown Chicago and Tinley Park. Eric is currently offering free consultations for small business owners who may be considering business bankruptcy due to current economic conditions.. Eric provides a compassionate demeanor as a person and is powerfully equipped as a business bankruptcy attorney to assist distressed businesses and business owners. He offers free consultations for business bankruptcy, debt reduction, filing bankruptcy without closing your business, and business IRS issues.. Before becoming an attorney, Eric was a Certified Public Accountant and worked for KPMG, the largest accounting firm in the world. Eric graduated from the University of Illinois Champaign Urbana with Honors. At the time, the University of Illinois was the #1 ranked accounting program in the United States. Eric passed the Certified Public Accountant exam on his first attempt, achieved by only twenty-eight percent of those who took the exam.. Mr. Zelazny attended Washington University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri, where he earned his Juris Doctorate. Washington University School of Law is nationally recognized as a "Top Twenty Law School" due to its academic excellence.. Mr. Zelazny has been admitted to practice within the jurisdiction of Illinois since 1995 and in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.. Mr. Zelazny's focused areas of practice include business bankruptcy, business IRS negotiations and litigation, and personal bankruptcy and IRS negotiations and litigation.. Mr. Zelazny has represented doctors, lawyers, CPA's, major real estate developers, and even the owner of a professional Major League baseball team. He has also been an Illinois Bar Association CLE Accredited lecturer over the years and an expert witness in litigation matters pertaining to bankruptcy dischargeability issues.. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Will County Bar Association, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Illinois CPA Society.. Mr. Zelazny recently was nominated by his bankruptcy attorney peers and was awarded admittance to Lawyers of Distinction, a national organization that recognizes excellence in the field of law.. In his free time, Eric loves playing tennis, drinking good bourbon, donating to animal causes, and traveling.. Zelazny Bankruptcy and IRS Solutions have offices in downtown Chicago and in Tinley Park Ill. We can meet you at your place of business if that is preferable and possible. Call Eric for an appointment at.
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Ean Kryska

Firm: SmithAmundsen LLC
150 North Michigan Avenue , Chicago , Illinois 60601
Practice Areas: General Practice, Bankruptcy & Debt
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

David Chang

Firm: Chang and Carlin, LLP
53 W. Jackson Blvd, , Chicago , Illinois 60604
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. Chicago-Kent College of Law. Illinois State Bar, 2001. Northern District of Illinois Bar, 2003. David Chang was born and raised in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. David began his legal career in 2001, where his major focus was in residential real estate transactions.. He helped clients clear title, review loan documents and insure smooth closings in buying and selling of real estate. In 2003, David moved on to representing clients in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. David advanced to a senior attorney position at one of the largest consumer bankruptcy law firms in the nation and has counseled thousands of clients about their financial needs.. Learn more at
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Christopher Horvay

Firm: Sugar Felsenthal Grais & Helsinger
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 3000 , Chicago , Illinois 60602
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Corporate , Debtor/Creditor Rights, Bankruptcy & Debt
With more than 36 years experience, Christopher J. Horvay has represented senior creditors and asset-based lenders in complex litigation, workout and bankruptcy matters across the country. His practice also involves the representation of asset-based lenders in the documentation of complex loan transactions and in litigation disputes as well as the representation of creditor committees and liquidation trustees in litigation relating to fraudulent conveyances. Chris has consistently been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer since 2006, as well as an Illinois Leading Lawyer for the last two years in commercial bankruptcies and workouts.. Chris's recent creditor representations include senior secured lenders in Clark Retail Enterprises and United Airlines, significant landlord interests in K-Mart Corporation, and as special counsel to plaintiffs in Price v. Phillip Morris. He also served as debtor's counsel in a number of significant business bankruptcy cases, including Ben Franklin Stores in the Northern District of Illinois. Chris has represented numerous asset purchasers, including Newport News, Inc. and Spiegel Catalog, Inc., and sellers in transactions involving troubled companies as well as assignees for the benefit of creditors in out-of-court liquidations. He recently defended former directors and officers of troubled companies in litigation brought against them by bankruptcy trustees.. Chris has undertaken a leadership role in the Turnaround Management Association's Chicago/Midwest chapter since its inception. He previously served as a TMA National Director from 1999 through 2002, as well as president of the Chicago/Midwest chapter in 1997 and 1998. In 2004, Chris was recognized by the Chicago chapter as its Educator of the Year. From 2014 through 2016, he has served as President of the Chapter's Scholarship Foundation Board. In November 2016, he received the Chapter's Legend Award for outstanding service to the Chapter and the profession.
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Carolina Sales

Firm: Bauch & Michaels LLC
53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1115 , Chicago , Illinois 60604
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
Please contact me if you're an individual or business owner with a contractual or debt-related dispute. I'm able to represent you in connection with commercial litigation, business workouts, and reorganizations. I have extensive experience representing business and consumer debtors as well as creditors in all aspects of Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases, including adversary proceedings and appeals. I also represent plaintiffs and defendants in foreclosures, collection actions, and post-judgment supplementary proceedings.
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“We hired Carol as our attorney to help us with Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. She was easy to work with,”
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“Carol is a law partner and an excellent attorney. She is not only knowledgeable but cares for her clients. She recently has been recognized as an emerging lawyer by the Chicago Dai…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Brian Zeft

Firm: Westside Law Firm, LLC
2442 W Madison St , Chicago , Illinois 60612
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
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“Brian Zeft was a fantastic attorney! I was very grateful he represented me in my trial. I would sugg”
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“An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Melanie Pennycuff

Firm: Kreisler Law, PC
2846A North Milwaukee Avenue , Chicago , Illinois 60618
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
Admitted to practice in the State Courts of Illinois and Indiana as well as the Federal Courts for the Northern District of Illinois and both the Northern and Southern District of Indiana.  Also admitted to practice before the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.. The focus of my practice is to assist consumers with obtaining relief under the various chapters of the United States Bankruptcy Code, which I find incredibly rewarding.  We are a small firm and I have the luxury of spending a lot of quality time with my clients to help them feel more comfortable while they may be going through an unpleasant period of time in their lives. My firm takes great pride in providing individual, personal service to all of our clients.. I also accept a variety of other types of cases and very much enjoy Appellate Practice.
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