Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in New Jersey 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 97+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across New Jersey who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 97 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in New Jersey
Virginia Elizabeth Fortunato
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.4/10 (Superb). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2004). Awards: Top Bergen Lawyers - 2014, Rising star - 2013, Rising Star - 2012.
Marc Charles Capone
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1993). Awards: Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 - 2023, Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 - 2022, Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 - 2021.
Stuart M Nachbar
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2018), New Jersey (1994). Awards: A+ Rating - 2017, AV Preeminent Rated - 2017, Client Champion Award - Gold - 2017.
Warren Brumel
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 45 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1980). Awards: Distinguished - 2018, Distinguished - 2017, Certified Mediator - 2017.
Allen Ian Gorski
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1985), Pennsylvania (1985). Awards: Distinguished - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2025, Distinguished - 2024.
Karina Pia Lucid Esq.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2002). Awards: Outstanding Contribution Appellate Advocacy Program - 2002, Client's Choice - 2025,2021,2020,2015,2013,2012, Top Contributor - 2012.
Karl J Norgaard
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2005), New Jersey (2004). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Andrew Vaughn Winchell
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 29 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2009), New York (2007), California (1996). Awards: Consumer Bankruptcy - 2018.
Aileen Perez-Gjikova
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 24 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2002), New Jersey (2002). Awards: Excellence in Family and Divorce Law - 2018, Top 10 Attorney - 2018, 10 Best Family Law Attorneys - 2015.
Susan Marie Purvin
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Pennsylvania (1996), New Jersey (1995). Awards: Top Attorney 2017 - 2017, Awesome Attorney - 2015.
John J Scura III
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1993). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Certified by the Supreme Court of NJ as a Civil Trial Attorney - 2013.
Travis Richards
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.3/10 (Superb). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2000). Awards: Best Lawyer 2015 - 2015, First place - 2014, Deans List - 1999.
Zlata Rudikh
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2008). Awards: 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction - 2017, 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction - 2016, Rising Star - 2015.
Geraldene Sherr Duswalt
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2005), New York (1988).
Justin Martin Gillman
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 28 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2002), New Jersey (1997). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2023, Client Champion Award - 2022, Client Champion Award - 2021.
Theodore Sliwinski
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: Pennsylvania (1991), New Jersey (1991). Awards: Master Member of the Middlesex County Inn(s) of Court - 2019, Qualified for NCAA National Wrestling Championship - 1987, Client's Choice - 2023,2020,2019,2018,2017,2016,2015.
Thomas G. Egner
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1990), Pennsylvania (1990). Awards: summa cum laude - 1987.
Santos A Perez
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 27 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1998). Awards: Top 10 Attorney, Criminal Defense - 2016, Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer - 2016, Nation's Top One Percent - 2015.
Steven Daniel Pertuz
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 24 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2004), New Jersey (2001). Awards: Rising Star - 2013, Rising Star - 2012, Rising Star - 2011.
Jace C McColley
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: New York (2005), New Jersey (2004). Awards: Client's Choice - 2023,2020,2019,2018.
Rhinold L Ponder
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1987). Awards: Volunteer Award In The Arts - 2002.
Robert Manchel
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 32 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (1995). Awards: Board Certified Consumer Law Bankruptcy Attorney - 2004, Certified Attorney - 2004.
Susan S Long
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: New Jersey (2007). Awards: Equal Justice Medal Recipient - 2019, Lead Counsel Rated - 2017.
Jenny Rebecca Kasen
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Delaware (2013), Florida (2011), New Jersey (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2020, Rising Star - 2019, Rising Star - 2018.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across New Jersey and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in New Jersey, 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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