Kenneth E Lenz

Kenneth E Lenz

also known as Kenneth Lenz, Ken Lenz

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 49 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Bridgeport, CT
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure, Residential ... +2 more

3715 Main St., Ste. 406, Bridgeport, CT

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 80%

Board-Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law since 1998; designated a SuperLawyer in Conn. and New England four years running.

50 years | 4,100 cases

80%
Business 5%

Business formations, sales and purchases, dissolutions, reorganizations

49 years | 50 cases

5%
Estate Planning 5%

Drafting of wills, durable powers of attorney, living wills, etc, and probate and non-probate estate administration

49 years | 20 cases

5%
Foreclosure 5%

Foreclosure defense on behalf of homeowners; with concentration in Unemployed/underemployed, predatory lending, mortgage modifications, and Truth-in-Lending violation defenses

31 years | 70 cases

5%
Residential Real Estate 5%

Buyer or seller representation; refinances; First American agent; New Haven and Fairfield Counties only

49 years | 800 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 44 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 49 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1977

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Russell Gary Small, P.C.

3715 Main St., Ste. 406, Bridgeport, CT, 06606

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Kenneth E Lenz's Reviews

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Posted by David R | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

THE BEST

My case was very complex. I was nervous about the entire process Ken welcomed me into his office, made a few funny comments and I was calm from that point on Ken is freaking amazing and such a smart man There is not one rock he wont left unturned In my opinion he is brilliant in the fie...ld he is in and a true gentleman Call him or email him anytime and you will get a response the same day He is fair and will work with you if you need to make payments Scale from 1-10. Ken is a 20

Posted by Adam | January 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Ken Lenz is the best!

I had purchased a bad piece of property in 2007 and after 10 years of living there could no longer make it work. The mortgage was 50k under water and I had no chance of selling. I didn’t want to file bankruptcy. I was referred to Ken Lenz and he really took an interest in my situation. Over the cours...e of the next year Ken guided me through the short sale process, front to back, like the absolute newbie that I was to this situation. It was one of the hardest times of my life and I’d never been through anything like that before. Ken gave me piece of mind in these trying times and never turned me away. He saw this thing through to the end and we made it to the finish line successfully. I am forever grateful to this man and would recommend him a thousand times over to anyone who is in this type of situation. Thank you, Ken. I hope you understand the magnitude of this and how much you’ve helped me. I’m forever grateful to you.

Posted by Paula | June 11, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

When your standing naked in the middle of a fire....He's the guy with the water!

I was referred to Ken Lenz by a federally appointed bankruptcy judge who had worked with Ken. At our first meeting Ken recognized the complexities and issues of our situation and was able to guide my husband and I through a very difficult period (personal and professional). He is articulate, knowled...gable and well versed in the Bankruptcy laws. In addition he is surrounded by a helpful and friendly staff. We are grateful that we have Ken on our side and it is our pleasure and privilege to endorse him.

Posted by Will | August 24, 2009 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great at what he does

Ken is a knowledgeable lawyer in CT Bankruptcy Law. Highly recommend. He can handle large complex cases.

Posted by Anthony | July 30, 2008 | Business

Client Review

Ken Lenz is a very dedicated and trustworthy Atty. who will not take your case unless he is confident that he can serve you best. In the rare cases where Ken feels that a case is not in his area of expertise he will always go out of his way to find an appropriate referral. Ken has represented me in m...y business and personal matters for over 25 years and I would most definately highly recommend him.

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Kenneth E Lenz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stuart Steingraber

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Other

"I am pleased to endorse Mr Lenz to the Avvo community as a competent bankruptcy advocate. His Avvo rating suggests the quality of his work and his reputation is among the very best. The answers he has given to Avvo posts are clear, concise, and accurate. I am happy to endorse him."

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Max Rosenberg

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a wonderful practitioner of the law and has represented his clients diligently and faithfully."

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Jeffrey Freedman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known ken lenz for over 35 years. He is one of the finest lawyers in the country. His skills at resolving debt problems for individuals and businesses give ken a national reputation. His opinion is sought out by attorneys in all parts of the United States."

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Gary Seymour

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work because he is the most knowledable attorney I know in the area of consumer bankruptcy. Also, he is a true consumer advocate."

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Paul Ruszczyk

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Attorney Lenz for twenty years and worked with him on a number of cases. He is thorough, diligent, aggressive and professional. I refer all bankruptcy clients to him because I know he will do an excellent job."

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Danielle Mangini

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Attorney Lenz is very familiar with Federal Bankruptcy Laws and procedures, and he is extremely professional and easy to work with. Whenever a colleague or client requests a referral for a good Bankruptcy attorney, I recommend Attorney Lenz without hesitation. I can recommend him with the utmost confidence that he will exceed their expectations."

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Frances Jaynal

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Other

"Attorney Lenz is a professional and thorough Bankruptcy attorney. Bankruptcy is a complicated area of law and the Federal Court (and it's agents) are intimidating. Attorney Lenz's proffessionalism, knowledge and personal demeanor make a difficult situation manageable for the client. I am a practicing attorney and I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Connecticut SuperLawyer designation, Connecticut Magazine

2010

All New England SuperLawyer designation, Connecticut Magazine

2008

Certification in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Certification (good for 5 yrs.)

2007

Connecticut SuperLawyer designation, Connecticut Magazine

1998

Board-certification in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Bar Certification (good for 5 yrs)

1993

Certification in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Bar Certification (good for five years)

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Managing Partner, Lenz Law Firm, LLC

1988 - 1995

President, Dice, Maloney & Lenz, P.C.

1983 - 1988

General Counsel & Executive Vice-President, Resort Camp Lands International, Inc.

1981 - 1983

Assistant Attorney General, Mass. Attorney General's Office

1979 - 1981

Adjunct Professor, Western New England College School of Law

1977 - 1979

Associate, Burstein & Dupont

Associations

2002 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Law Section

Executive Committee

1998 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Malicki v. Bernstein

Debtor received discharge

In re: Pruitt

Debtor permitted to surrender overencumbered autos

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Education

1972

American International College

B.A.

N/A

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Masters in Education (incomplete)

Speaking Engagements

2011

New Haven County Bar Association

Bankruptcy Basics for Non-Bankruptcy Attorneys

2010

Conn. Bankruptcy Attorneys Roundtable

Analysis of the Supreme Court's Bankruptcy Opinions

2008

CLE Seminar

Planning for Success in Chapter 13 Cases

Publications

2010

New Haven County Bar CLE Taking the "Mean" Out of Means Testing

Languages

English

Activity

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