Michael has experience representing various national banks in Colorado bankruptcy and Colorado foreclosure proceedings. Additionally, Michael has worked for a United States District Court judge, in the Central District of California; the U.S. Department of Justice located in the Northern District of New York; and a federal Bankruptcy judge in the Central District of California. Michael has also worked as an Assistant Professor of Political Science and Justice Studies at Fort Hays State University located in Kansas and continues to teach there as an adjunct instructor of Justice Studies in the Justice Studies department and is a Colorado Bar Exam grader for the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Admissions. In addition, Michael served in the United States Army upon graduation of high school. Michael received a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Public Administration from Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs in Syracuse, NY. Michael received his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law as well. His legal experience primarily focuses upon bankruptcy, foreclosure and tax. Michael also enjoys traveling and living abroad. He has lived abroad in Guatemala and the Czech Republic and has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Central America, and South-East Asia. He is an avid skier and snowboarder, taking full advantage of the Colorado High Country when he can find time. You will be delighted to find Michael's easygoing personality working with you throughout the bankruptcy process.…show more
Mr. Barbee was born and raised in High Point, North Carolina where he lives with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys attending sporting events, playing golf, and spending time with his kids.…show more
Todd Hertzberg's background and achievements: Todd F. Hertzberg is the founder of the Hertzberg law firm of Arkansas, P.A. Mr. Hertzberg was initially admitted to the Florida Bar in 1983 and admitted to the Arkansas Bar in 2008. Mr. Hertzberg is a graduate of Wheaton College (IL) with a B.A. degree in Economics. Mr. Hertzberg received his law degree (Juris Doctor) with high honors from Kent College of Law in Chicago. Mr. Hertzberg finished his 9 years of post high school formal education receiving a Master Degree in Tax Law (L.L.M.) from the University of Florida, widely recognized as one of the top three tax law programs in the nation. This is important as back taxes can often be discharged in a bankruptcy.…show more
During law school, I worked with criminal defense attorneys, but also decided to explore my options. As it turns out, my favorite jobs were always at firms that used the law to help people manage their debt. By the time I graduated from law school, I absolutely knew that I wanted to practice bankruptcy law. In my last year of law school, I asked attorneys I clerked for what factors influenced their decisions to go solo. Each believed going solo was one of the best decisions in their careers, which initially led me to consider opening my own firm. My own philosophy also convinced me to go out on my own. I believe dedication to my clients is the most important aspect of my profession. I wanted to work for my clients, not for another attorney. In 2008, I began planning my business. The attorneys I clerked for were very encouraging and helped guide me through the process. I will always be grateful for their friendship, mentoring, and support. In 2009, I opened my law practice, and have found that it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Giving hope to people in tough situations, and helping them improve their lives is personally rewarding. Earning admission to practice in State of South Carolina and the U.S. South Carolina District Courts has been very gratifying. I enjoy working with my colleagues, and I am a member of the following groups and associations: South Carolina Bankruptcy Law Association, Young Lawyers Division, Women’s Law Association, Consumer Law Practice Section, Solo and Small Firm Practice Section, and the York County Bar. Although practicing law requires long hours, in my down time I enjoy taking my two friendly rescue dogs (a Chihuahua/Dachshund mix, and an Italian Greyhound/Pit Bull Mix) on hikes, to the dog park, or to visit family out of town. My other hobbies include playing my guitars, photography, traveling, cooking, golfing, running, swimming, and importantly, following college football! Having spent seven years there earning two degrees, I faithfully support the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.…show more
Daniel Bruce's background and achievements: Daniel Bruce was born in Littlefield, Texas on February 8, 1954, moved to Juneau at the age of five, and graduated from Juneau-Douglas High School in 1972. During his undergraduate years Dan attended the University of Alaska and the University of the Pacific, receiving his B.A. from the University of the Pacific in 1977. Dan received his J.D. from Gonzaga University in 1982, graduating cum laude. Before becoming a lawyer, Dan was a commercial fisherman in Southeast Alaska for 10 years. He was admitted to the Alaska bar in 1983. In addition to the Alaska Supreme Court, Dan is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, District of Alaska, Bankruptcy Court for the District of Alaska, United States Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.…show more
Gilbert Fleming's background and achievements: Gilbert B. Fleming is a California attorney who has been in practice for over eighteen years. He became interested in Estate Planning and Elder Law when his mother-in-law fell victim to Alzheimer’s disease and his wife asked him to draft a trust that would allow her and her siblings to care for her mother as the disease progressed. He is also the author of a book on How the VA Helps Veterans Pay for Their Assisted Living…show more
Christine A. Wilton centers her private practice on Consumer Bankruptcy, litigation in bankruptcy, debt settlement and debt collection practice act claims, fair credit reporting act claim, and mortgages. Attorney Wilton practices in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. She received her Juris Doctor from Pacific Coast University School of Law (2005), and undergraduate degree from California State University, Long Beach (B.A. 1989), where she studied Speech Communication. She is admitted to practice law in California and before the United States District Court, Central District.…show more
Howard D. Rothbloom began practicing bankruptcy law in 1986. His practice areas include counseling individual and business clients in debt related matters and the representation of clients in cases filed under chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Mr. Rothbloom earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Georgia in 1981 and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. He began practicing law in 1984. He is admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia; and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the Atlanta Bar Association, the Cobb County Bar Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors The Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc., Atlanta’s poverty law organization.…show more
Sarah is a Partner with the firm. She has an LLM (Masters Degree) in Taxation. She represents clients with debt, tax and Bankruptcy issues. Her areas of expertise are Chapter 13, Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Tax Problem Resolution and Discharging Taxes in Bankruptcy.Sarah has been practicing law in Idaho for 5 years and is also licensed in the State of Nevada. Sarah obtained her LLM at the University of Washington and her JD at Florida Coastal school of Law. She also has a Bachelors degree in Accounting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Sarah grew up in Boise and enjoys being back to raise her own family. In her spare time Sarah enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the outdoor adventures that Idaho has to offer.…show more
Derick earned his Bachelor of Arts in History and in Political Science in 2005 from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. While at Furman, Derick spent a term in Washington, D.C., interning for the Consumer Trade and Protection division of the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia. After graduating college, he was selected as one of eleven honorary fellows to participate in a nine-month program for emerging leaders where he studied the intersection of faith, service, community, and law. Derick went on to earn his Juris Doctor in 2009 from Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Regent enabled Derick to gain valuable experience in the fields of economic development and human rights. While interning for the Center for Global Strategies, Derick helped build the bridge between Western businessman and developing economies by negotiating manufacturing contracts in Vietnam. Furthermore, Regent’s partnership with the European Center for Law and Justice presented Derick with the opportunity to study International Human Rights in Strasbourg, France. Finally, Derick had the distinct honors of serving on the Moot Court Board and interning for the Honorable Robert J. Humphreys of the Virginia Court of Appeals as well as for the former Capital Defender of Virginia, Judge Joseph Migliozzi. Since graduating from law school, Derick has practiced solely in the field of consumer bankruptcy law. He had the privilege of gaining invaluable experience advocating for the rights of consumer debtors as an attorney at Leavengood & Nash, P.A., in St. Petersburg, Florida, from 2009 to 2011. Derick then accepted the honor of working with one of the most experienced and accomplished bankruptcy attorneys in the field, Wayne Sigmon. Derick and his wife moved to Gastonia in 2011, his wife’s hometown, and now the place Derick calls home and the community to which he is committed.…show more