Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in Delaware 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 29+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across Delaware who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 29 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in Delaware
Angelique Rome Crabill
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.9/10 (Good). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Pennsylvania (2012), Delaware (2010), New Jersey (2010). Awards: Featured Attorney - 2021.
Erin K. Brignola
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.7/10 (Excellent). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1989), Pennsylvania (1989). Awards: Distinguished - 2025, Delaware's 75 Power Attorneys - 2004, Delaware's Top 100 Lawyers - 2001.
Robert I Masten Jr.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (2007).
Douglas N. Candeub
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 41 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (2002), Pennsylvania (1984). Awards: Best Lawyer - 2019.
Elihu E Allinson III
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.9/10 (Good). 29 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1996). Awards: Notable, Notable Peer Review Rating.
William David Sullivan
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.5/10 (Very Good). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1990). Awards: Distinguished, Distinguished Peer Review Rating.
Christopher M Samis
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (2006), Pennsylvania (2006). Awards: Ranked - Up and Coming - 2016, Rising Star - 2016, Under 40 Hot List - 2016.
Gregory F Fischer
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Dist. of Columbia (2016), Delaware (2009).
Dean DelCollo
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 33 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1993).
Gerard F Gray
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1989).
Steven J Stirparo
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 41 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1984). Awards: Top Lawyers - 2018, Top Lawyers - 2017.
Thomas R Riggs
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (2005).
Jennifer M Zelvin
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: Pennsylvania (2012), Florida (2007), Delaware (2002).
Frederick Brian Rosner
Frederick Brian Rosner at The Rosner Law Group LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Howard A. Cohen
Howard A. Cohen at Fox Rothschild LLP has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Gerry Gray
Gerry Gray at Doroshow Pasquale Krawitz & Bhaya has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Amanda R. Steele
Amanda R. Steele has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Ronald S. Gellert
Ronald S. Gellert at Gellert Seitz Busenkell & Brown, LLC has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 in federal court. Currently active.
Michael G. Busenkell
Michael G. Busenkell at Gellert Seitz Busenkell & Brown, LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Eric J. Monzo
Eric J. Monzo at Simpson, Pllc has handled 3 federal bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Brendan Joseph Schlauch
Brendan Joseph Schlauch at Richards, Layton and Finger has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 and Chapter 15 in federal court. Currently active.
Allison S Mielke
Allison S Mielke at Young, Conaway, Stargatt & Taylor LLP has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Ashley E. Jacobs
Ashley E. Jacobs at Young, Conaway, Stargatt & Taylor LLP has handled 2 federal bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 in federal court. Currently active.
Bernard G Conaway
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.1/10 (Superb). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (1990). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2025, AV Preeminent Rated - 2024.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Delaware and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in Delaware, 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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