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Eugene S Melchionne
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Biography
Mr. Melchionne is a graduate of The University of Connecticut (B.A. 1977) and Drake University School of Law (J.D. 1980) where he received the American Jurisprudence Award for academic excellence. Since 1980, Mr. Melchionne has focused his practice in the areas of consumer bankruptcy, workouts and foreclosure defense in distressed real estate markets, real estate transactions, condominium law, commercial litigation, business organizations and probate.
Prior to opening his office in 1990, Mr. Melchionne was associated with Grady & Riley in Waterbury, Connecticut and DiPietro, Kantrovitz & Brownstein, P.C. in New Haven, Connecticut. From 1990-1998, Mr. Melchionne was of counsel to Bender & Anderson handling that firm's complex litigation and trials. In addition to his practice, Mr. Melchionne was an adjunct professor at the American Institute of Banking and Teikyo Post University teaching bankruptcy, real estate, commercial and consumer law. Mr. Melchionne also advised the Corporation Counsel's office for the City of Waterbury on bankruptcy and foreclosure matters and mentored junior attorneys in that office.
In 2005, Mr. Melchionne was appointed State Chair for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). He acts as a liasion between the national organization and Connecticut attorneys who are members of the Association. He has fostered education of attorneys in the bankruptcy field and increased access of the public to bankruptcy relief in light of the law passed in 2005.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
45%
46 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
46 years
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
20%
46 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-400 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Connecticut for 44 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1982
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2009
Location
The Law Offices of Eugene S. Melchionne
27 First Avenue, Waterbury, CT, 06710-2216
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Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Excellent Attorney
Recently, the economic downturn required I face the prospect of having to close my business and force a new economic reality upon my family. We knew much would change but there was one thing my wife and I hoped and prayed for: to keep our home. Involved with a franchise, the Small Business Adminis...
Eugene S Melchionne's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eugene is one of the most innovative thinkers in the area of bankruptcy law. I recommend clients to him all the time!"
"Gene is dedicated to helping citizens all over the State of Connecticut through his expert use of technology. He is a leader in the state bankruptcy bar and serves on the board of directors of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, which fights for the rights of debtors."
"Gene is an emphatic 10/10 in the area of bankruptcy representation. His experience is broad, both in the consumer aspect as well as with regard to more complex corporate matters, and unlike most consumer bankruptcy attorneys, he has extensive past experience representing financial institutions. His experience is priceless, and what this experience is worth when he applies it to your representation cannot be quantified."
"Gene is one of the top bankruptcy attorneys in the country. His experience, insight and knowledge make him the person I refer clients to in Connecticut. Highly recommended."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Gene and I have worked together on presentations for the National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys and I admire his knowledge, skill and passion. He is nationally recognized expert in the field of bankruptcy law. I highly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Certainly I endorse this lawyer. I know him thru our professional organization,National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Attorney Gene Melchionne provides detailed and honest postings assisting those with various areas of bankruptcy law, foreclosure and debt problems. He is articulate, intelligent, and thorough. Also, his comments show his genuine compassion for his clients. A true professional. It gives me pleasure to endorse him to you."
"Gene Mechionne is on my very short list of the finest lawyers I have known. I do not say this lightly. His experience, knowledge, and dedication is very much above and beyond any ordinary practitioner. Simply put, he will knock your socks off."
"Gene is an intelligent lawyer as well as a consummate professional, looking out for his clients at all times. Gene is also a friend of mine, and I take that very seriously. He's a stand-up lawyer, a man true to his word, and someone always on the bleeding edge of consumer protection."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2009.
Conditions issued in CT, 2009
updated on 07/24/2012A condition is a disciplinary order from the Statewide Grievance Committee that an attorney fulfill a condition within a certain time frame. If the attorney does not fulfill a condition in a timely manner, the Superior Court may also impose any condition necessary to protect the public.
Eugene’s comment:
“Conditions were satisfied and matter was dismissed.”
Honors
2009
Elected President 2009 - 2011, Bankruptcy Law Network
2008
Connecticut Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine
2006
Member of the Month, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Inc.
2002
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
2001
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
2000
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
1999
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
1998
Teacher of the Year, American Institute of Banking
1998
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
1997
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
1996
Pro Bono Service Award, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut
1977
American Jurisprudence Award, LexisNexis
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Solo Practitioner
1996 - 2002
Advisor, City of Waterbury
1992 - 2002
Adjunct Professor, American Institute of Banking Connecticut
1990 - 1998
Of Counsel, Bender & Anderson, P.C.
1989 - 2001
Adjunct Professor, Teikyo-Post University
1986 - 1989
Associate, DiPietro, Kantrovitz & Brownstein
1982 - 1985
Vice President, Credit Bureau of Waterbury
1979 - 1985
Associate, Grady & Riley
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysDirector
2008 - Present
Connecticut Bench-Bar Foreclosure CommitteeMember
2007 - Present
Bankruptcy Law NetworkCo-founder and Past-President
2002 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
American Bankruptcy Institute
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Connecticut Bar Association
Member
Waterbury Bar Association
Member
2009 - 2011
Bankruptcy Law NetworkPresident
2002 - 2014
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysState Chair
1998 - 1998
Waterbury Bar Association, Bankruptcy CommitteeChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Winters V. Sehnert, Superior Court San Diego
Returned to Bankruptcy Court for administration
Winters V. Sehnert, Superior Court San Diego
Returned to Bankruptcy Court for administration
In re Ash, 166 B.R. 202 (Bankr. Conn., 1994)
Avoidance of Judgment Lien
In re Varrone, 269 B.R. 475 (Bankr. Conn., 2001)
Contempt ordered against ex-spouse
In re Parent, 155 B.R. 310 (Bankr. Conn., 1993)
Motion for Summary Judgment denied
In re Parker, 308 B.R. 129 (D. Conn., 2004)
Amendment of Proof of Claim disallowed
Education
1980
Drake University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
University of Connecticut
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
NACBA Workshop Colorado Springs
Extreme Law Office Makeover
2011
NACBA Convention Washington DC
Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Strategies
2011
NACBA Convention Colorado Springs
Law Office Monitoring and Metrics
2010
NACBA Lobby Day
U.S. Supreme Court Admission
2010
NACBA Convention San Francisco
Paralegas in Bankruptcy Law Offices
2009
NACTT Boston
Chapter 13 cases Means Test vs. Schedules I & J
2008
NACBA Fall Workshop Tuscon
Office Automation and Management
2008
NACBA Convention Los Angeles
Alternative Computing Platforms in Bankruptcy Practice
2008
Credit Abuse Resistance Education
Issues of Consumer Credit
2007
Workshop
Gambling Issues in Bankruptcy
2007
NACBA Convention Philadelphia
Requirements of the Debt Relief Agent provisions of BAPCPA
2007
Credit Abuse Resistance Education
Issues of Consumer Credit
2007
Bankruptcy & Credit Counseling Roundtable
Effectiveness of Credit counseling in Bankruptcy
1997
Spring Meeting
Property Tax Collection Issues in Bankruptcy
1995
Seminar
Collection Problems in Condominium Association
1992
Fall Meeting
Property Tax Collection Issues in Bankruptcy
Publications
2010
Bankruptcy Law Network
Why are Connecticut Foreclosures So Weird
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My employer did not notify me of a wage garnishment, do I have any recourse against them?
07 Mar 2014
Q&A
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22 Jan 2014