Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in Utah 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 28+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across Utah who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 28 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in Utah
Laura Ferrin
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2002). Awards: Client Champion Award - 2022, Bankruptcy Law Lawyer of the Year Award - 2022, Client Champion Award - 2021.
Chip Parker
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 33 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2018), Florida (1992). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2020, AV Preeminent Rating - 2020, AV Preeminent Rated - 2019.
Jeremy C Sink
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2003). Awards: Distinguished - 2017, Peer Review Rated - 2017, Utah Legal Elite - 2016.
Jason B Richards
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2010).
Matt A Munson
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Arizona (2018), Utah (2009). Awards: Extraordinary Contribution to Builders Property Rights - 2019, Citizen of the Year - 2018, President's Appreciation Award - 2017.
Andrew T Curtis
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.7/10 (Very Good). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2011). Awards: Medal of Excellence - 2011, CALI Award - 2010.
Mark B Thornton
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2011). Awards: High Honors - 2011, Pro Bono Initiative Award - 2011, William H. Leary Scholar - 2009.
Joseph M. Chambers
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.1/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: Idaho (2016), New York (2013), Utah (1979). Awards: AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated - 2016.
Russell B. Weekes
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2004). Awards: President's Award - 2004.
Christopher Jon Finley
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2018, Rising Star - 2017, Rising Star - 2016.
Katherine T Kang
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 12 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2013).
Peter Lence Lattin
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 17 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2008).
Scott Newell Weight
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.5/10 (Very Good). 13 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2012).
Jeffrey Q. Cardon
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.3/10 (Very Good). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2005). Awards: Utah Legal Elite.
W. Sean Mawhinney
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2007). Awards: Rising Stars - 2012, Utah Legal Elite - 2009.
Leonard Carson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.1/10 (Excellent). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (1999). Awards: Excellence in Bankruptcy - 1998.
Matthew K Broadbent
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 22 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2003).
Anthony Michael Saunders
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2011).
Steven C Strong
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 33 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (1992). Awards: Utah Legal Elite -- bankruptcy law - 2014, AV Peer Review Rating - 2014, Utah Legal Elite -- bankruptcy law - 2013.
E. Kent Winward Esq.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.8/10 (Good). 36 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (1989).
F. Kim Walpole
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.5/10 (Good). 24 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2001).
Candice L Ragsdale-Pollock
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.7/10 (Good). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (1995). Awards: Outstanding Service to Law-Related Education - 2000.
Sidney B Unrau
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.1/10 (Very Good). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (1992).
John W. Christiansen
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Utah (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2020, Mountain States Rising Star - 2019, Rising Star - 2019.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Utah and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorney in Utah, 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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