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4.8 /5.0
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Ronald Brian Roteman
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Biography
Ron concentrates his practice in the areas of debtors’ and creditors’ rights, emphasizing both business and consumer insolvency/bankruptcy law and out-of-court workouts, representing clients primarily in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2008 and most recently named to the 2025 edition, his practice includes the representation of debtors and creditors in all facets of insolvency matters, and has reprseneted parties in Chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13 bankruptcy cases. Businesses and individuals rely upon his counsel in numerous other commercial situations, including transactions and dispute resolution matters, collections, mechanic’s liens, and a variety of other general business situations.
From 2006 through 2024, Mr. Roteman has maintained certification from the American Board of Certification as both a consumer bankruptcy specialist and business bankruptcy specialist, and has been listed since 2010 in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers (named a Top 50 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in 2011, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2024, and 2025). Ron is also a Martindale-Hubbell AV peer review rated attorney.
Before joining Stonecipher in 2009, Ron practiced for fourteen years with a local bankruptcy boutique firm following a two-year bankruptcy court clerkship with the Honorable L. Edward Friend, II, of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
Ron is currently the immediate past chair and current member of the Professional Ethics Committee of the Allegheny County Bar Association (ACBA), past chairperson of the Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section Council of the ACBA, past chairperson of the board of the Pittsburgh chapter of the Turnaround Management Association, and past chairperson of the ACBA’s annual bankruptcy symposium.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
50%
33 years
Business
25%
33 years
Debt Settlement
20%
Litigation
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 175-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in West Virginia for 23 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
Very Grateful/Highly Recommended
Most of us need an attorney when something has gone wrong in our lives, business partner dispute, marriage, neighbor dispute over property, etc., etc., and what is needed at that point is a strong characteristic of an attorney to straighten out the mess. Ron Roteman, esq. fits that role. He is at...
Posted by Samone | September 04, 2013 | Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Excellent Bankruptcy Attorney
Ron is a very knowledgeable attorney when it comes to bankruptcy. He was able to help me tremendously through a contentious Chapter 11 case where a company wrongfully tried to include me in their bankruptcy to avoid going to trial in a State Court proceeding. Ron was diligent and maticulous and knows...
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Personally would not hire again and would not recommend
I hired Mr. Roteman for my bankruptcy case. I personally would not recommend. Although I found his associate, Jaclyn, to be extremely polite and professional, not rude and condescending, especially someone on Disability with a Brain Injury. Perhaps if I met him in person, I would think differently.
Ronald Roteman
Replied last May 18, 2016We are of course pleased that you had a positive experience with Jaclyn, that the bankruptcy process provided you with the fresh start that you undoubtedly deserve, and that we were able to process your case efficiently and effectively. We take great pride in not only achieving successful results for our clients, but also in providing extraordinary customer service. In reviewing your file and our billing records, it appears that you and I spent significant time together at the onset of our representation, and your email thanking me for taking the time to strategize the planning and timing of your bankruptcy filing makes your review quite surprising. We were never made aware until now that you suffer from a disability due to a brain injury. Although my paralegal performed most of the document preparation services, I examined everything thoroughly prior to reviewing them directly with you. I invited you to meet with me face to face, and you responded by asking that we meet by phone instead. I gladly agreed to accommodate you. We thereafter spent nearly an hour together reviewing the details of your case. In an effort to keep the costs down, I offered to send my associate Jaclyn to attend your meeting of creditors, and you expressly welcomed that opportunity. I would be happy to discuss this matter with you either in person or over the telephone, and you should feel free to call me at your convenience. In the meantime, thank you again for the opportunity to represent you. Ron
Ronald Brian Roteman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Ron for 25 years. We've worked together on projects and I know him to have a sharp mind and truly an expert in his field. He is highly professional and an excellent communicator. I give him my highest endorsement."
"This is an attorney who knows his law, doesn't run up a bill on his clients, and knows how to settle cases without unnecessary litigation. He is also as courteous and ethical as he can be. I recommend him for any commercial or bankruptcy matter."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Ron is a very well respected and experienced bankruptcy lawyer and active in the community. Highly recommended."
"I strongly recommend Ron Roteman to represent any client in a consumer or corporate bankruptcy case. I had the privilege of assisting Ron Roteman in a bankruptcy trial in a Ch. 11 case in West Virginia. He dazzled the Judge and the Courtroom with his eloquence and command of the issues at hand. As a former accountant, his attention to detail and degree of preparedness is impressive. What distinguishes Ron, though, from other smart, diligent bankruptcy lawyers is his personality. I always enjoyed working for and with Ron. This "likeability factor" is important in our type of work where engagements can be stressful and emotional for the client."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Top 50 Pittsburgh Lawyer, Pennsyania Super Lawyers
2025
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Top 50 Pittsburgh Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2024
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2022
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2021
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2020
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2020
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Pennsylvania Super Lawer, Philadelphia Magazine
2019
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2018
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2018
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2018
Top 50 Pittsburgh Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2017
Top 50 Pittsburgh Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2015
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 50 Pittsburgh Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Pennsylvania Super Lawer, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 50 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2011
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2006
Specialist - Business Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Certification
2006
Specialist - Consumer Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Certification
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Stonecipher Law Firm
1900 - Present
Member, Stonecipher Law Firm
1994 - 2008
Partner, Campbell & Levine, LLC
1992 - 1994
Judicial Law Clerk, United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Associations
2014 - Present
Temple Emanuel of South HillsMember - Bylaws Committee
2013 - Present
Turnaround Management Association - Pittsburgh, PA ChapterPast chairman of the Board
2013 - Present
Allegheny County Bar Association, Professional EChairperson (2022-2023)
See About Me above.
Pittsburgh Squash Racquets Association
Former President
2011 - 2012
Allegheny County Bar Association, Bankruptcy and Commercial Law SectionFormer Chair
Southwinds, Inc.
Past Board Member
Education
1992
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of Pittsburgh, Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business
MBA
1984
Pennsylvania State University, University Park (main campus)
Bachelor of Science
N/A
See About Me above.
Speaking Engagements
2018
Summer Continuing Professional Education Seminar
Personal/Business Bankruptcy Law
2014
Bankruptcy Institute
Bankruptcy
2012
Confessed Judgments
Attacking Confessed Judgments
N/A
Annual Bankruptcy Symposium
Bankruptcy
Publications
2020
Bloomberg Law Reports
Steps to Prevent Losing Trademark Rights If the Owner Seeks Bankruptcy
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a collection agency show up with a tow truck and tow away my car to satisfy a $2200. judgement
24 Sep 2013
Q&A
Discover card filed a judgement against my property. I filed bankruptcy and included Discover. How can I get the judgment remo
29 Aug 2013