Bankruptcy Exemptions: What Property Can You Keep?
Exemptions protect your home, car, retirement accounts, and household goods from liquidation in bankruptcy. This guide covers the 2025 federal exemption amounts and how state exemptions compare.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in Connecticut 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 41+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across Connecticut who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 41 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in Connecticut
Richard Croce
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: Massachusetts (2006), Connecticut (1990). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Christopher H Mccormick
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1985). Awards: Pro Bono Certificate - 2013, Pro Bono - 2013, Pro Bono Certificate - 2012.

David Gregg Volman
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1987). Awards: Notable - 2022, Notable - 2021, Notable - 2020.

George Harris Weber
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.0/10 (Excellent). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2007). Awards: Dean Scholarship - 2002.

David F Falvey
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 43 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1982). Awards: AV Peer Review Rating - 2019, AV Peer Review Rating - 2013, Super Lawyer - 2009.

Mark M Kratter
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (1993), Connecticut (1993).

Santolo Luigi Odierna
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 9 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2016). Awards: Rising Star - 2023, Rising Star - 2022, Rising Star - 2021.

Eric L Foster
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (1991), Connecticut (1990). Awards: 25 Year Anniversary - Admitted to the Bar in 1990 - 2015.

Brian Christopher Courtney
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1987). Awards: BV Rated - 2010.

Jeffrey Michael Wasikowski
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 28 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1997).

Theresa Imperato Madonna
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 25 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2000). Awards: Pro Bono Award - 2009.

James Christopher Graham
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 45 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1984). Awards: Super Lawyer, Bankruptcy: Business - 2015, Super Lawyer - 2015, Super Lawyer, Bankruptcy: Business - 2014.

James M Nugent
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 45 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1980). Awards: Pro Bono Participating Attorney - 2010.
Derek Gary Poirier
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2009).

Albert J Oneto IV
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2004), Connecticut (2003).

Dominick Rendina Esq.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2014).

Lisa Marie Barry
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2006).

Brian Edward Lambeck
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1989).

Alan S Dambrov
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 45 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1985).

Audra M Buckland
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2008).
Casey Rachel Healey
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.4/10 (Good). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (2008).

Lisa Gustafson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1994).

Isabel V. Del Vecchio
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.9/10 (Very Good). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Rhode Island (2015), Connecticut (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2021, Rising Star - 2020.

Neil R Crane
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 42 years of experience. Bar admissions: Connecticut (1983). Awards: Distinguished - 2022, Distinguished - 2021, Distinguished - 2020.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Connecticut and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in Connecticut, 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.
All attorneys in this directory are listed with their verified status clearly indicated. Profiles marked as Verified have had their credentials independently confirmed by our team. Profiles marked as Unverified are sourced from public records and have not yet had their credentials verified.
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