Jay I. Simon

I have a name for Mr. Simon: “The Bankruptcy Whisperer.” Jay Simon is different then I expected a bankruptcy attorney to be like. He is just pure magic as a human being. I was very scared and, unfortunately, my fear manifested itself in making me an, admittedly, difficult bankruptcy client! ... I made appointments and didn’t show up; I forgot needed documents that I was supposed to bring, I asked the same questions over and over again, called and sent numerous emails, didn’t understand the easily understandable etc. You get the idea. But instead of getting angry at me, Mr. Simon was patience personified. He was tolerant, even-tempered, considerate and indulgent to me. So easy to work with. He has great “desk side” manner. Jay has such compassion for his clients. He is a big-hearted, kind and generous person. He understood the situation I was in and my fear, and couldn’t have been nicer. Such a good person, so caring, so understanding. He literally doted on me. I felt like I was dealing with a family member. He is one of the nicest people I have ever met. Jay never got upset that I stood him up a few times without bothering to call. He explained everything to me over and over with a sweet smile. Never complained when I inundated him with emails. Never got annoyed that I called just to confirm information I know he had already told me orally and in writing. He spoke in plain English, not legalese. He pretty much held my hand through the entire case. Made complicated issues understandable. He made the entire process painless. Such a thoughtful person-his various instruction and wrap-up letters left nothing unexplained and to chance. He is so down-to-earth and real. The sweetest guy I’ve ever met. See, like I said, he truly is The Bankruptcy Whisperer. He will calmly guide you through your bankruptcy. Meeting and hiring him was truly a blessing. If kindness counted for anything, Mr. Simon would be a millionaire. I strongly recommend Jay Simon and encourage you to call him if you need a bankruptcy attorney.

If you look closely on Mr. Simon's desk you can see a stick pin from the movie "The Saint." If you saw that movie or the old TV show, Mr. Simon really is like the character - a saint who helps people in need. He is extreemely diligent, caring and nice. He is more interested in helping people solve... their money problems then in his getting paid. When have you ever met an attorney not interested in their payment first? I met with three other attorneys before I met with Mr. Simon, and they would barely speak to me without my paying them. Mr. Simon was the total opposite. Unlike the other attorneys who demanded their (higher) fees upfront, Mr. Simon allowed me to pay in installments that he did not rush or pressure me to pay. He was also very kind on the phone. Another attorney actually hung up on me when I first called him! Mr. Simon, on the other hand, spoke to me on numerous occasions and never rushed me off the phone. Instead he explained things, for free, before we even met once. Beyond money, he was just so much more personable and actually cared about me as a person--how I felt going through the processs. He treated me like a human being not just someone to add to his bank account. His assurances that I would be all right and his overall manner and words were extremely comforting. The other attorneys I met with pawned me off on their paralegals or were disinterested in talking to me and/or explaining anything until I paid them their fee. I was treated like I was just another customer and not an actual person. From our first phone conversation on Mr. Simon was nice and kind to me. he also answered my numerous emailed questions very rapidly--I got answers many times almost as soon as I sent my email! Then when I got to court I was amazed at how badly the other attorneys there prepared their client's petitions. One attorney made many mistakes and was smirking as the trustee admonished her and her client about the faulty petition. Even I, a non-bankruptcy professional, could see from the responses that she did a bad job. In fact, the trustee wouldn't even examine her next client until the attorney and client reviewed their petition to find the expected mistakes. The attorney acted like it was no big deal. Totalling unprofessional and I am sure the client paid her well to do a good job in representing her and not do a sh!t job and cause her problems. But this was not one isolated attorney. Almost all the attorneys at the hearings I sat through did less than stellar jobs. But when it came my turn, I had no problems. Mr. Simon did my petition perfectly and sent the trustee the required documents in advance, unlike a few of the other attorneys I saw. In fact the trustee complimented Mr. Simon on how thorough my petition was done. None of the 10-15 other attorneys received such a commendation from the bankruptcy trustee. Another thing, there was a lady there whose attorney didn't even bother to show up on time. This lady was both scared and angry at her attorney. Mr. Simon, of his own accord, tried to soothe her nerves and explain what was happening. As I was sitting next to this lady, I asked her what she paid? I was astonished to find out she was charged over $2,000! and her attorney could not be bothered to show up on time. Hmmm. She missed her turn and had to be called again before her attorney finally showed up almost an hour late. He also didn't bother to apologize to her for his lateness like he should have. I am sure this is all routine for the attorney, but it was not routine for this lady--she was scared about the whole thing and then for her attorney not to show up, you can just imagine. Mr. Simon had me meet him at his office 45 minutes in advance and walked me over to the court just so I would not have to worry about where I was going. He also explained what was going to happen and called me the day before to remind me. I am sure he could have put his time to other uses, but he cared enough about me to devote extra time to me. What a difference from the other attorn

Finding a good affordable bankruptcy attorney amongst the crowd of other attorneys vying for your business can be as stressful as the bankruptcy filing itself. Ideally you want an attorney to spend the appropriate time with you discussing your financial situation, the filing process itself, and all t...he options available. You want the attorney to be with throughout the entire bankruptcy filing. You don’t want to experience any doubts with the attorney or rushed through the filing procedure. I was very fortunate to choose Mr. Jay Simon as my attorney to handle my bankruptcy filing. From the first phone call to the final court discharge the relationship I had with Jay was professional, courteous, and quite friendly. The initial office visit was productive. Jay went over my entire financial situation and went through the appropriate course of action to take (chapter 7 filing). In addition to going over the entire legal process with me, Jay provided me with written material to prepare me for the bankruptcy process. Since I brought all the pertinent information with me we were able to have a court petition completed that day. All was done in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. He was also invaluable preparing me for the meeting with the court trustee during the creditor’s meeting. At all times Jay was always in constant contact with me via e-mail and phone messages during the entire process. I can highly recommend contacting Mr. Jay Simon as your Bankruptcy attorney. For me it was a very pleasant experience during a very difficult time. Tom

Jay handled my bankruptcy great! He was so nice, sweet, caring and personable. He did not treat me like I was just another client-- I was treated as if I was special. He explained everything to me in a clear and understandable fashion. He made the intimidating and complicated bankruptcy proc...ess seem simple. He was beyond diligent in preparing me for what to expect and making sure I understood my petition and what I could expect at my meeting with the trustee. He also sent detailed letters walking me through what I could expect after I filed my case and after I receieved my discharge. I doubt other attorneys would go through the time, trouble and expense of sending such informative, caring letters. He also spent time answering my questions at our appointment and over the phone--unlike other attorneys, he never seemed to rush me through the process. Just so you know, I met with other attorneys prior to meeting Mr. Simon and it was a world of difference. Where they were cold and callous, Mr. Simon was patient and did not make it all about my paying him. He also charges much less than other attorneys I met with and called first. I can't believe I am writing this, but I actually feel lucky I found Mr. Simon to represent me. Just an over all amazing attorney and a real pleasant experience. He treated me with such respect and gentleness. It is hard to explain, but Mr. Simon is just not like other attorneys--from his pleasant manner to his beautiful office--well-decorated with caring touches for client's like candy, cookies, magazines, toys for kids to play with etc. and beautiful decorations and comfortable furnishings to put a client at ease. I really can't say how glad I am that I chose Mr. Simon to represent me. I highly recomend Mr. Simon if you need to file a bankruptcy case. You might not believe what I wrote, but you will thank me after you go with him, I swear. Katie