Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in Arizona to discharge most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans. The process typically completes in 3 to 6 months. Our directory lists 57+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across Arizona who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 57 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in Arizona
James F Kahn
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 53 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1972). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Krystal M. Ahart
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 13 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2012). Awards: Rising Star - 2022, Rising Star - 2021, Top 50 Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona - 2014.
Mark R. Atchley
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2002), California (1993). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2025, Peer Review Rated - 2024, Peer Review Rated - 2023.
Cristina Perez Hesano
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2009). Awards: Best Lawyer - 2020, Rising Star - 2019, Rising Star - 2017.
Diane L Drain
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1985). Awards: Highest Rating Possible for Legal Ability & Ethical Standard - 2019, Judicial Edition - AV Preeminent - 2019, Client Gold Champion Award - 2019.
Stephen M Trezza
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 33 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1992). Awards: Founding Member of the National Bankruptcy forum - 2011, Tucson's Top Lawyers - 2011.
Asheton B Call
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.3/10 (Superb). 29 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1996). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2019, Bankruptcy Trustees Recognition of Excellence Award - 2003.
Kenneth L Neeley
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2008), Nevada (2006). Awards: Member of the Year - 2021 - 2021, Top Score - Arizona Bar Exam - 2008.
Elizabeth C Kamper
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2009). Awards: Rising Star - 2019, Rising Star - 2018, Rising Star - 2017.
James Portman Webster
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2007). Awards: Attorney of the Month Award - 2013, Top Pro Bono Attorney of the Year - 2013, 2012 Top Contributor - 2012.
Frederick Charles Thomas
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: Colorado (2014), Arizona (2005), California (2003). Awards: Top Contributor - 2012.
Dan R Dodds
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2006). Awards: Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 - 2015, Tied for 1st Place National ADR Championship - 2006, Client's Choice - 2019,2014,2013,2012.
Walter E Moak
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 51 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1977). Awards: BV Rated - 2017, BV Rated - 2009.
Brant Hodyno
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2013), Florida (2010), New York (2005). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2018, Client Champion Award - 2018, 10 Best - 2016.
Benjamin Wright
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2009), Wisconsin (2007). Awards: AV - 2014, Top Lawyer - 2014, Top 100 Blogs - 2014.
Douglas Gardner
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2005). Awards: Rising Star - 2015, “Outstanding Associate Editor” - 2004.
Kyle Cramer
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 12 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2013).
Dwayne M Farnsworth
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1990). Awards: Attorney of the Year - 2013, Bankrutpcy Attorney of the Month - 2013, Lifetime Acheivement Award - 2013.
German Yusufov
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (2021), Arizona (2004). Awards: Certificate of Appreciation for Pro Bono Services - 2020, Certificate of Achievement - 2011.
William D. Black
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 55 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1979). Awards: President's Award-Co-Chair-Litigating AZ Business Case - 2012, Award For One of Top 10 Plaintiff's Veridicts- 2011 - 2012.
Ryan Hardy
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2024), Arizona (2009). Awards: Client's Choice - 2014, Outstanding Academic Achievement - 2005, Eagle Scout - 1999.
Eduardo J Celaya
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1993).
Kelly G Black
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.0/10 (Superb). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (1995). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2022, Peer Review Rated - 2021, Peer Review Rated - 2020.
David Howard Cutler
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.3/10 (Very Good). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2020), Illinois (1990). Awards: Client's Choice - 2017, Clients' Choice - 2016, Super Lawyer - 2015.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Arizona and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in Arizona, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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