Robert Liptak
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Primary Practice Area
Bankruptcy & Debt
Language
English
About
My Education: I attended Lehigh University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a BA in Psychology in 1976. My scholastic distinctions include a National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame Scholar-Athlete award; Division 1AA Academic All-American award and post-graduate scholarship; NCAA Pat Pazetti Scholar-Athlete Award; and the Lehigh University’s Bosey-Ritter Scholar-Athlete and Leadership Award. I earned his doctor of jurisprudence degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary in 1979, the nation’s oldest law school. Each year I spend numerous hours attending continuing legal education seminars and conferences in the area of Bankruptcy, Debtor and Creditor law, Federal Practice and Ethics to keep abreast of the cutting edge developments in the field of debt relief and to serve his clients more effectively. I have spent large part of my career as an educator and now produce a weekly radio show aired in Southeastern Iowa on KRUU 101.1 FM. This is a pro bono show to help educate people in all areas of debt and its influence on our lives. The name of the show is Life and Debt and there have been over 100 broadcasts since 2008. You can visit and replay all the shows through Life and Debt Radio Show Archives. It is a valuable learning experience and wise use of your time. I am licensed to practice in Pennsylvania (since 1979), New York (since 1986) and Iowa (since 1990). Currently my active practice is solely in Iowa. I am a member of the Iowa State Bar Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). I am admitted to practice before the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa. I am a federally designated debt relief agent under the United States Bankruptcy Laws. He assists individuals, couples and businesses with finding solutions to their debt problems, including, where appropriate, assisting them with filing bankruptcy and receiving a fresh start with the aid of federal and state law. More about me: I DO NOT . . . . . . have a fancy office in an expensive office building or other unnecessary overhead to impress anyone. This would force me to charge you a lot just to pay for rent and overhead. I operate a virtual office out of my country home with a view to limiting costs in order to benefit you. . . . have a receptionist sitting in waiting room filled with plush chairs and expensive decor where I play non-stop self-promotion DVD’s. These would give me excuses to keep you waiting. I never like to be kept waiting, do not have a waiting room and do not keep my clients waiting—ever!. . . . have a staff scurrying about looking busy or filling out the petition with you. This would make it easy for your file to get lost or mistakes to be made by people who are trying to understand and do my job. . . . take every kind of case that comes into my office. My practice is primarily limited to Bankruptcy and debt relief issues and solutions. This focuses my time and resources on helping people like you who are experiencing financial difficulty and really need me. I DO . . . . . . handle every case personally. This gives you the benefit of my personal attention. You're never just another file. You're a person with needs. I am very accessible and responsive. . . . answer all of my phone calls. This creates direct and immediate communication between us. It avoids the delay, miscommunication and lack of communication which leaves you dissatisfied. It also gives you the confidence that you aren't being handed off to someone who doesn't know the details about your case or who doesn’t have the answers to your questions when you ask them--and who in many cases should not be giving legal advice anyway. . . . normally attend the meeting of creditors (also called the MOC or 341 hearing) with my clients. I feel this is the most stressful event in the process for debtors. I want to be there to support you as much as possible. (Some offices regularly have another attorney appear from them at this meeting.) . . . read all of my own faxes and e-mails. This keeps me up to date at all times. . . . use technology as much as possible. This makes me faster and more efficient than would otherwise be possible—which also keeps costs down. I have organized my office to make it easier for you to work with me in order to reduce the fees and costs to you. --RJL Personally, I am happily married, am the father of 4 (3 daughters and one son) and have two grandchildren. My family is the center of my life and everything about having such a wonderful family brings me tremendous happiness and fulfillment...
Practices Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt
Language
English
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Reviews
Robert was a welcome partner during my journey throughout the difficult declaration of bankruptcy. He was steady and responsive while guiding the process through to a smooth conclusion. I would not hesitate in recommending his assistance for any preparing to undergo this challenging event.
From the get go, Robert was understanding of our situation and came up with solutions to lead us through the horrendous task of declaring bankruptcy. He was thorough in helping us prepare our documents and accompanied us in court. Overall he made us feel comfortable with our situation and, now when we have questions, he's always helpful in that regard.
Robert helped me through this difficult time, and made me feel comfortable by answering all of my questions to my satisfaction. He was consistently knowledgeable, quick to respond, easy to work with and made the legal issues easy for me to understand. I felt that I could trust him and that he was always looking out for my best interest.
I recommend Robert Liptak to represent you in court for bankruptcy. He guided me gently and compassionately through this bad time in my life. He has my full respect in his expertise in the law and in his treatment of me as person and client. I believe the judge liked and respected him in court, this wins over my confidence in all our association.
Robert Liptak held my hand during every step of my bankruptcy. He was startlingly generous with his time, his big picture perspective, his mastery of detail, his experience tempered by an easy and relaxed manner, and his kindness. I recommend him unconditionally.
Robert helped me through a bankruptcy and with a consumer issue. The bankruptcy went very smoothly, no surprises. The consumer issue was resolved with a simple letter. Happy with services and results.
Working with Robert Liptak lessened my feelings of failure and allowed me to simply take care of business. He was straight forward in his communication, very informative, and attentive to details. His compassionate and professional manner allowed me to go through my bankruptcy feeling supported. The whole process moved right along without delays.
Excellent lawyer. He is handling my bankruptcy and doing a great job. Everything is very clear. He is communicating with me very quickly and thoroughly to satisfy all my questions.
Attorney Liptak helped me with setting up my business. I needed assistance with a number of issues ranging from what type of business to setup, questions about specific legal considerations in Iowa, and help with legal documentation for business formation with a partner. He was clear, educational, and timely in his responses. He ended up helping me register as an LLC and draft documents for my partner and I. Everything went smoothly and fees were reasonable. I would recommend attorney Liptak and use him again for additional legal work.
Robert was a welcome partner during my journey throughout the difficult declaration of bankruptcy. He was steady and responsive while guiding the process through to a smooth conclusion. I would not hesitate in recommending his assistance for any preparing to undergo this challenging event.
From the get go, Robert was understanding of our situation and came up with solutions to lead us through the horrendous task of declaring bankruptcy. He was thorough in helping us prepare our documents and accompanied us in court. Overall he made us feel comfortable with our situation and, now when we have questions, he's always helpful in that regard.
Robert helped me through this difficult time, and made me feel comfortable by answering all of my questions to my satisfaction. He was consistently knowledgeable, quick to respond, easy to work with and made the legal issues easy for me to understand. I felt that I could trust him and that he was always looking out for my best interest.
I recommend Robert Liptak to represent you in court for bankruptcy. He guided me gently and compassionately through this bad time in my life. He has my full respect in his expertise in the law and in his treatment of me as person and client. I believe the judge liked and respected him in court, this wins over my confidence in all our association.
Robert Liptak held my hand during every step of my bankruptcy. He was startlingly generous with his time, his big picture perspective, his mastery of detail, his experience tempered by an easy and relaxed manner, and his kindness. I recommend him unconditionally.
Robert helped me through a bankruptcy and with a consumer issue. The bankruptcy went very smoothly, no surprises. The consumer issue was resolved with a simple letter. Happy with services and results.
Working with Robert Liptak lessened my feelings of failure and allowed me to simply take care of business. He was straight forward in his communication, very informative, and attentive to details. His compassionate and professional manner allowed me to go through my bankruptcy feeling supported. The whole process moved right along without delays.
Excellent lawyer. He is handling my bankruptcy and doing a great job. Everything is very clear. He is communicating with me very quickly and thoroughly to satisfy all my questions.
Attorney Liptak helped me with setting up my business. I needed assistance with a number of issues ranging from what type of business to setup, questions about specific legal considerations in Iowa, and help with legal documentation for business formation with a partner. He was clear, educational, and timely in his responses. He ended up helping me register as an LLC and draft documents for my partner and I. Everything went smoothly and fees were reasonable. I would recommend attorney Liptak and use him again for additional legal work.
Robert was a welcome partner during my journey throughout the difficult declaration of bankruptcy. He was steady and responsive while guiding the process through to a smooth conclusion. I would not hesitate in recommending his assistance for any preparing to undergo this challenging event.
From the get go, Robert was understanding of our situation and came up with solutions to lead us through the horrendous task of declaring bankruptcy. He was thorough in helping us prepare our documents and accompanied us in court. Overall he made us feel comfortable with our situation and, now when we have questions, he's always helpful in that regard.
Robert helped me through this difficult time, and made me feel comfortable by answering all of my questions to my satisfaction. He was consistently knowledgeable, quick to respond, easy to work with and made the legal issues easy for me to understand. I felt that I could trust him and that he was always looking out for my best interest.
I recommend Robert Liptak to represent you in court for bankruptcy. He guided me gently and compassionately through this bad time in my life. He has my full respect in his expertise in the law and in his treatment of me as person and client. I believe the judge liked and respected him in court, this wins over my confidence in all our association.
Robert Liptak held my hand during every step of my bankruptcy. He was startlingly generous with his time, his big picture perspective, his mastery of detail, his experience tempered by an easy and relaxed manner, and his kindness. I recommend him unconditionally.
Robert helped me through a bankruptcy and with a consumer issue. The bankruptcy went very smoothly, no surprises. The consumer issue was resolved with a simple letter. Happy with services and results.
Working with Robert Liptak lessened my feelings of failure and allowed me to simply take care of business. He was straight forward in his communication, very informative, and attentive to details. His compassionate and professional manner allowed me to go through my bankruptcy feeling supported. The whole process moved right along without delays.
Excellent lawyer. He is handling my bankruptcy and doing a great job. Everything is very clear. He is communicating with me very quickly and thoroughly to satisfy all my questions.
Attorney Liptak helped me with setting up my business. I needed assistance with a number of issues ranging from what type of business to setup, questions about specific legal considerations in Iowa, and help with legal documentation for business formation with a partner. He was clear, educational, and timely in his responses. He ended up helping me register as an LLC and draft documents for my partner and I. Everything went smoothly and fees were reasonable. I would recommend attorney Liptak and use him again for additional legal work.