Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in Oregon 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 47+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across Oregon who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 47 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in Oregon
Judson M Carusone
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1994). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2010.
Kim Sue Covington
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1999). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2024, Top 100 Bankruptcy Blogs (since 2017) - 2023, Top 3 Bankruptcy Lawyer - 2022.
William J Critchlow
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1991). Awards: Distinguished - 2025, America's Most Honored Lawyer - 2025, America's Most Honored Lawyer - 2024.
Ryan P Hackett
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.1/10 (Superb). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2008), Oregon (2004). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2017, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated - 2016, Pro Bono Clinic Volunteer - 2015.
Theodore James Piteo
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Ohio (2010), Oregon (2009). Awards: Top 40 Under 40 - 2017, Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist - 2016, Pro Bono Legal Service Award - 2013.
Alexzander C. J. Adams
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2018), Oregon (2008). Awards: Client Distinction Award - 2020, Outstanding Law Review Member - 2008, 100% Academic Scholarship - 2005.
Ted A Troutman
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 41 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1984). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2022, Distinguished - 2021, Pro Bono Award - 2019.
Michelle Kathleen Freed
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2008), Oregon (2004). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2020, Pro-Bono Award; Legal Aid Services of Oregon Bankruptcy Clinic - 2012, Pro-Bono Award; Legal Aid Services of Oregon Bankruptcy Clinic - 2011.
Michael Aaron Shurtleff
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2009).
Lyndon Ruhnke
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1999). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2022, AV Preeminent Rated - 2021, AV Preeminent Rated - 2020.
Arnold Harold Wuhrman
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.6/10 (Superb). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2018), Oklahoma (2001), California (1993). Awards: AV Rating - 2004.
George Hoselton
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 50 years of experience. Awards: AV Rated - 2016, AV Rated - 2015, AV Rated - 2014.
Matthew A Casper
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.9/10 (Excellent). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2006). Awards: Pro Bono Award - 2013.
Marc W Gunn
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1995). Awards: Distinguished - 2020, Distinguished - 2019, 10 Best - 2019.
Brian D Turner
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.9/10 (Excellent). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2014), Oregon (2004). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2021, Pro Bono Award - 2016, Distinguished - 2012.
Penny Lee Austin
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 44 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1981). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2018, Distinguished - 2016, BV Rated - 2014.
Christopher J Eggert
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.8/10 (Superb). 29 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oklahoma (2022), Hawaii (2013), Utah (1997).
Sander Marcus Hull
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2005), Oregon (1999). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2017, Life Time Member - 2014.
Joanne Reisman
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 42 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1983). Awards: AmJur award for Remedies - 1983.
Greg R Roberson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.9/10 (Very Good). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2006). Awards: Rising Star - 2013.
John Scott Wallpe
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.9/10 (Very Good). 25 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2008). Awards: 1st Place - 2012.
Andrew Barry Harris
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 28 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (2010).
Gary L Blacklidge
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.4/10 (Superb). 35 years of experience. Bar admissions: Oregon (1990). Awards: Best Lawyers - Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2017, Best Lawyers - Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law - 2016.
Scott M. Hutchinson
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 28 years of experience. Bar admissions: Washington (2006), Oregon (1997). Awards: Pro Bono Award - Bankruptcy Clinic - 2021, Pro Bono Award - Bankruptcy Clinic - 2020, Pro Bono Award - Bankruptcy Clinic - 2019.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Oregon and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in Oregon, 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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