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John Bates
Top-Rated Bankruptcy Lawyer
50 years experience

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About John Bates

John Bates graduated at the top of his law school class in 1972 and holds two law degrees (JD, LLM). He is nationally recognized for starting the first bankruptcy clinic in the US in 1975 and winning a landmark US Supreme Court case in 1977 that gave lawyers the right to advertise their fees. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Attorney General of Arizona. He has over 50 years of experience practicing law and has successfully handled thousands of bankruptcy cases. 

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What We Can Do For You

  • Become debt-free

  • Stop lawsuits

  • Stop garnishment

  • Stop harassment

  • Avoid liens

  • Stop worrying

  • Recover driver’s license

  • Get peace of mind

  • Get a fresh start

  • Get financial freedom

  • Get control of finances

  • Avoid loss of property

  • Stop foreclosures

  • Save your house or car

  • Avoid medical bills

  • Stop repossessions

  • Stop collection calls

  • Get rid of bad deals

  • Unload debts

  • Rebuild credit score

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Bankruptcy Answers

How much does bankruptcy cost? 

The cost depends on several factors including whether your are filing in chapter 7 or chapter 13 and how complicated or simple your case is. I can tell you how much it will cost if you call me at 330-339-0000.

How long does bankruptcy take?

1. If you have a regular chapter 7, it's about 6 months
2. If you are in a below-median chapter 13, it's about 36 months.
3. If you are in an above-median chapter 13, it's about 60 months.\
Please remember that you get most of the benefits of bankruptcy on the day you file. Your creditors are immediately ordered not to call you, write you, or sue you. Call me at 330-339-0000 and I can tell you how this applies to you.

How do I know whether I can file?

Almost everyone can file at least one form of bankruptcy. The type you can file depends primarily on how long ago you filed any prior bankruptcy, your income, and the size of your family. I can tell you what type of bankruptcy you can file and what it will involve. 330-339-0000.

Will I lose any property if I file?

There is rarely any risk of loss. I will explain this when we talk. So, you have nothing to worry about.

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info@batesbankruptcylaw.com

330-339-0000

Fax: 1-866-379-1162

436 Fair Avenue, NW

New Philadelphia OH 44663

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