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Charles Laputka is the owner and manager of the Laputka Law Office:
My clients often want to know how they should handle burdensome debt obligations and get a fresh start towards a better financial future. Since 1997 I have helped thousands of people overcome mountains of debt in one way or another. As the owner of the Laputka Law Office, I regularly counsel clients regarding mortgage foreclosure, asset protection planning, and collection issues as well.
I began my career in the credit/debt industry one summer during high school where I worked in a call center placing cold calls to pre-qualified consumers in an attempt to have them apply for the Providian Bank Mastercard. This job taught me with a wealth of interpersonal and sales experience.
The next summer I began working in the repossession department of a local bank in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. This was my first experience learning about defaulted credit issues and hearing the personal stories of hard working men and women who were unable to make ends meet despite working long hours and multiple jobs.
At the end of that summer I returned to college in Pittsburgh and began working in the collections department of large national bank where I experienced hard working families, all over the country, struggling to make their mortgage and auto loan payments. Resolving loan defaults with hundreds of consumers over the next few years taught me compassion for people from all walks of life. Most importantly I learned that serious financial problems can happen to anyone.
After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 2000 I decided I would attend law school at the Duquesne University of Law School the following fall. To prepare for the rigors of law school I quit my job at the bank to focus on my studies. Six months later I felt I had adjusted well to law school, and I was broke, so I begin looking for a job again. I soon gained employment at a high-volume bankruptcy law firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I learned valuable lessons about personal and business finance. I began to enjoy Bankruptcy Law and working for the debtors rather than the creditors.
In the fall of 2004, in a twist of fate, I took a job with a large Allentown, Pennsylvania law firm practicing collections and bankruptcy law for creditors again. During this stage of my career I handled hundreds of foreclosure and repossession cases for local banks and learned all of the inside secrets of the process. Although I enjoyed my coworkers, the type of creditor representation work I experienced at this firm was not personally fulfilling for me and I was determined to start my own firm and represent consumers again.
In 2008, I decided to open the Laputka Law Office to provide experienced legal representation serving clients all over Pennsylvania. Since then I have never looked back, always expanding and growing my practice to serve more people each year! In 2016 and 2017 I authored a few books about bankruptcy and credit repair and I am happy to share them with anyone who is interested. I regularly present topics at national conventions about consumer bankruptcy, other related areas of law and law firm management. I truly enjoy my work every day and I love serving my clients needs no matter how large or small.
One thing I can assure you is the team of compassionate and dedicated professionals at the Laputka Law Office is like no other and we look forward to serving our clients’ needs every day.
Professional BioBankruptcy, Real Estate, Debtor and Creditor Rights, Collections, Asset Protection Planning, Civil Litigation. Education: University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 2000); Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 2003). Admitted to the Bar of Pennsylvania Supreme Court, 2003; United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, 2003; United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2004; Unites States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, 2004. Born 1978, Kingston, Pennsylvania.
The Laputka Law Office focuses on bankruptcy, debtor's rights, creditors’ rights and collections.
The Laputka Law Office focuses on bankruptcy, debtor's rights, creditors’ rights and collections.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
45%
22 years | 2,000 cases
Real Estate
20%
22 years
Foreclosure
15%
22 years
Business
10%
5 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
2015 2014 2013
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Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 22 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Laputka Law Office, LLC
(484) 350-3581
Fax
1 West Broad Street, 11th Floor, Bethlehem, PA, 18018
laputkalaw.comLaputka Law Office, LLC
(484) 350-3518
Fax
641 N. 13th St., Suite E-101, Easton, PA, 18042
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Charles Laputka's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 28 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Keith | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bankruptsy
I want to start off by saying my wife and I had the best law firm representing us in our financial crisis. If anyone is looking for the best of the best Bankruptsy lawyer hire Charles LAPUTKA law firm in Allentown pa. I will let you know, from the start to finish the staff was by our side with num...
Posted by Diane | June 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Highly Recommend you!
Thank you so much for all your help with my bankruptcy. I so appreciate how you navigated me through this process. You truly care for your clients. Your staff is amazing, as well. The attention to detail, follow up and follow through, and most of all positive attitude; make you and your team exper...
Posted by Sharon | February 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Going through a Bankruptcy
I found Laputka Law Offices on line. I was unsure of my options about bankruptcy and what to do through this difficult time. I called for a consultation, and after my first session, I knew I had nothing too fear. The whole staff was friendly, concerned about my situation, and very professional thro...
Posted by Peter | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Representation
Laputka Law Offices recently represented my wife and I in a recent litigation. While we dealt almost exclusively with Paralegal Mary Kocher and Attorney David Berger, we are quite sure others were involved as well. We were always treated with dignity and respect for the duration of the representation...
Posted by Rob | July 2, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent
This painful experience of possibly facing bankruptcy was made so easy to understand and comprehend by Charles. Here was an attorney that felt I was wasting my money having him do this. He gave me advise on how to proceed and said if I needed him later he could help.
Charles Laputka's Lawyer Endorsements
"I 100% endorse this attorney. I have the honor of being in a exclusive nationwide mastermind with Charles. He advises other attorneys from all over the country. He is extremely passionate about the law. If you are in need of any bankruptcy advice, call Charles today."
"Charles is an outstanding bankruptcy attorney. He has been successfully eliminating debts for his clients for more than a decade. As another bankruptcy attorney at a different firm, I can tell the best from the rest and I can tell you that he is the real deal."
"Charles Laputka is an outstanding attorney who is very knowledgeable and gets results. I would definitely endorse him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles and I consulted together on several matters and he is a magician at creating win-win solutions for his clients. I have asked him for advice on countless issues and he always adds tremendous value to our engagements. This is the attorney you want on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is an innovative and effective lawyer. We are in an educational group together, and he is a valuable member of this group."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is professional and knowledgeable. He really looks after the best interest of the client."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of bankruptcy and debt relief. Always willing to go the extra mile for his clients."
"Charles Laputka is my go to referral for bankruptcy cases in Pennsylvania. He delivers great value to clients."
"Mr. Laputka is at the top of his field and the best of the best. I highly recommend this lawyer. You are definitely in good hands with his knowledge and skill."
"Charles is very knowledgeable about bankruptcy law and is incredibly passionate about helping his clients tackle debt."
"I know Charles through a membership of attorneys which we both belong. Charles is very knowledgable about his practice and cares about his clients. Clients should not hesitate to hire Charles because he will get the best result possible during the representation. Charles is the best of the best!"
"Charles is not only a great Bankruptcy attorney but also a nice guy who will see you through your problems. I highly recommend him."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Charles at a national attorney conference which focused directly on developing client relations and services. Charles gave me a lot of very valuable information about how he handles his cases and serves his clients. I have since implemented many of his ideas and methods to improve my own practice and help my own clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am an attorney in the Tampa Bay Area and met Mr. Laputka through an organization of lawyers who have a mission to provide the very best service and experience for their clients. Charles is an outstanding and knowledgeable lawyer who goes the extra mile for his clients!"
"I endorse Charles because he impresses me as being a compassionate and caring professional. His team is ready to help folks having legal issues by guiding them through the process. I know Charles though a Legal Mastermind Group that continually strives to serve our clients with excellence and achieve their desired results."
"I endorse Charles and his whole team. From the person who first says "hello" to you to the attorney who shakes your hand at the successful conclusion of your case, your experience will be a great one."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles and I are in a practice management group together and Charles demonstrates high levels of competence and integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Extremely knowledgeable, a leader in the community, I highly recommend Attorney Laputka."
"Charles and I attended law school together some time ago. During law school, he was heavily involved in bankruptcy work and has continued to excel in this practice area. I would highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Top Rating 2021, AVVO
2019
Legal Elite Best Mortgage Foreclosure Firm, US Business News
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Legal Excellence Award for Literary Distinction, Attorney Magazine
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Local Legal Leader, Lehigh Valley Magazine
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Local Legal Leaders 2016, Lehigh Valley Magazine
2016
2016 American Leadership Award, American Economic Institute
2014
Select Lawyers, Lehigh Valley Style
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Laputka Law Office
2004 - 2008
Associate, Tallman Hudders & Sorrentino
2001 - 2004
Associate, Dennis Spyra & Assocaites
Associations
2020 - Present
Lawyers of DistinctionMember
2017 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesTop 40 Under 40
2017 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2016 - Present
Your Business AutomatedPartner
2004 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2004 - Present
Lehigh County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
IN RE: Woods Case No. 15-12063REF
relief granted for state court to determine qualified domestic support obligation status
BAC Home Loans v. Antonio Ramos
Loan Modification
Education
2003
Duquesne University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Sales and Marketing Boot Camp
Law Firm Marketing and Managment
2016
Your Business Automated Mastermind
Ethical Attorney Marketing
2014
Lehigh County Bar Association
Divorce and Bankruptcy
2007
Lehigh County Bar Association
Bankruptcy
Publications
2020
Network A Magazine
2020 Pandemic: Foreclosure, Eviction & Bankruptcy
2017
Author to Market
Rebuilding Your Life After Bankruptcy
2016
lPrimedia E-launch LLC
The Road To Freedom From Debt
2013
Lehigh County Bar Association
Intersection of Divorce and Bankruptcy
2010
Laputka Law Office Website
Bankruptcy: Frequently Asked Questions
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Charles earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
When does a bank lets the homeowners insurance company know they need to be the 1st mortgagee?
31 Aug 2021
Q&A
Better to negotiate the reinst. amount or pay and sue 4 damages on a foreclosure where you have been denied your rights?
01 Sep 2021
Q&A
If o have a writ of execution against me for 10,900.00 can they take my property
29 Aug 2021