Chapter 11 bankruptcy is the primary reorganization tool for businesses in Georgia — from small LLCs to large corporations. It allows a debtor to remain in possession of assets while developing a court-approved plan to restructure obligations, renegotiate leases, and continue operations. Find 19+ experienced Chapter 11 attorneys in Georgia below.
Showing 1–19 of 19 Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia
Will Bussell Geer
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2009). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
W. Orson Woodall
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (1991). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2025, Preeminent - 2018, Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors - 1999.
Shelba Dawn Sellers
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: Florida (1993), Georgia (1991). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2022, Featured Attorney - 2021, Featured Attorney - 2020.
Howard P Slomka
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: Florida (2005), Georgia (1994). Awards: Client Distinction Award - 2017.
Michael D. Hurtt
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.7/10 (Very Good). 48 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (1977).
Tyronia Monique Smith
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2004). Awards: Rosner & Rosner Young Lawyers Professionalism Award - 2013, Ethics and Professionalism Award - 2010.
Alvin Jerome Mitchell
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.0/10 (Excellent). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2002). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2022, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated - 2020.
Leslie M. Pineyro
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2006).
Ernest Kirk II
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 54 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (1971).
Mark Edward Scott
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2005), Pennsylvania (1996).
Joel D. Myers
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 1.0/10 (Concern). Bar admissions: Georgia (2024).
Maxwell William Bowen
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 5.9/10 (Average). 6 years of experience. Bar admissions: Florida (2021), Georgia (2019).
Matthew S. Cathey
Matthew S. Cathey at Stone & Baxter LLP has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Paul Reece Marr
Paul Reece Marr at Paul Reece Marr, PC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Bowen Anderson Klosinski
Bowen Anderson Klosinski at Klosinski Overstreet, LLP has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Daniel L Wilder
Daniel L Wilder at Emmett L. Goodman, Jr., LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
Matthew E. Mills
Matthew E. Mills at Office of the U S Trustee has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
J.U.M.P. Worldwide, LLC
J.U.M.P. Worldwide, LLC has handled 1 federal bankruptcy case in federal court.
William A. Rountree
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 25 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2000). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Business reorganization bankruptcy for corporations, partnerships, and high-debt individuals. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Georgia and can help you understand whether Chapter 11 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorney in Georgia, 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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