Lisa M. Doran

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Lisa M. Doran

5.0
64 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Wilkes Barre, PA
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

69 Public Square Suite 700, Wilkes Barre, PA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Lisa

Biography

Bankruptcy Chapters 7, 13, and 11. Free consultation. I work with a lot of great clients who have found themselves in financial difficulty and need relief from debt. Get a fresh start today. Available for both in-person and remote appointments.

Call for a free consultation about your Bankruptcy options.

I have years of experience helping people file Chapter 13 cases to restructure their debt. Chapter 13 payment plans can help save your home from foreclosure and tax sale, and can provide debt relief to many who do not qualify for Chapter 7. Call today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Call for a free consultation. Find out if Chapter 7 can resolve your financial problems. Learn what property you may keep and how you can get a fresh start.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 40%

Representing Debtors in all aspects of Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases.

36 years

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 30%

Representing Debtors in all aspects of Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases.

36 years

30%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Representing creditors in bankruptcy cases under Chapters 7, 11, 12, & 13; serving as mediator in bankruptcy cases; volunteer attorney for mortgage and credit card diversionary programs; bankruptcy litigation in Bankruptcy and US District Courts.

36 years

20%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 10%

Representing individuals and businesses in Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases.

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2020
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Doran & Doran, P.C.

69 Public Square Suite 700, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18701-2515

dorananddoran.com

Online Presence

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Lisa M. Doran's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful Attorney

Lisa was a great attorney with our case and I would recommend her to everyone. She was thorough and always on top of everything. She was easy to talk to and made us feel at ease with everything.

Lisa Doran

Replied last January 29, 2024

Thanks for the review! All the best to you in 2024.

Posted by Kim | July 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Excellent attorney!

Attorney Doran took over my Chapter 13 case midway and I could not be more grateful. She was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything thoroughly. She was very responsive and timely with paperwork and deadlines. She is also very kind and understanding, I would highly recommend her.

Lisa Doran

Replied last July 24, 2023

Kim, thanks for your very generous comments. Wishing you the best in the future.

Posted by Joseph | March 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Best

Lisa made a very stressful time in my life alot more manageable. Lisa is very thorough and explained the bankruptcy procedure very well. Highly recommend! Thanks to Lisa and staff for everything Joseph

Lisa Doran

Replied last March 27, 2023

Appreciate the review, Joseph! Good luck in the future.

Posted by Lisa | March 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Lisa Doran

I would highly recommend Lisa! She made this process so much easier for me. She is very professional and friendly. Thank you Lisa!

Lisa Doran

Replied last March 08, 2023

Thanks, Lisa!

Posted by Susan | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Would definitely recommend

Lisa did a great job! She made the process easy and stress free. She is very experienced and friendly. I would highly recommend

Lisa Doran

Replied last January 12, 2023

Thank you, Susan! Wishing you all the best in 2023.

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Lisa M. Doran's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jill Spott

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa has the highest ethics and knowledge of the law in this area. I have worked with her on numerous cases over the past 15+ years. If, at any time, I have a conflict with a client, Lisa is the first person who comes to mind to recommend as an alternative."

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Vincent Rubino

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Lisa Doran in the bankruptcy arena for the past 30 years, often on opposing sides. Attorney Doran is widely considered one of the most knowledgeable attorneys practicing before the Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. She routinely appears in court - possibly more than any attorney I know - and is highly respected by bankruptcy judges and other attorneys in the bar. Most of all , Attorney Doran understands the needs of her clients and never fails to provide them with sound, expert advice. I highly recommend Attorney Doran to potential clients seeking representation with respect to a bankruptcy matter."

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William Schwab

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've practiced against Lisa for almost my entire bankruptcy career. I find her reasonable to work with and always level headed. She is always up to date on the law and is very prompt in getting back to you with an answer to any questions you might have. She never asks for unreasonable requests."

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David Harris

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Lisa for the past several decades and endorse her as a result of the top notch quality of her work. When I have a conflict and and unable to attend to a matter, she is my first to whom I make a referral."

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Jill Spott

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Vincent Rubino

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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William Schwab

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Harris

Tax lawyer

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Mark Claypool

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joseph Kluger

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Client Champion - Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Very High rating in Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Very High rating in Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell®

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Member, Doran & Doran, PC

2000 - 2009

Partner, Doran Nowalis & Doran

1990 - 1999

Associate, Doran & Nowalis

Associations

2019 - Present

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association, Advisory/Court Liaison Committee

Member

2017 - Present

Luzerne County Consumer Debt Diversionary Program

Volunteer Attorney

2010 - Present

Luzerne County Mortgage Foreclosure Diversionary Program

Volunteer Attorney

2010 - Present

Mediation panel of the US Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania

Mediator

2005 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1999 - Present

Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association, Unauthorized Practice Committee

Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Wilkes-Barre Law and Library Association

Member

2020 - 2020

Judicial Council of the Third Circuit Merit Selection Committee for Judicial vacancy for Bankruptcy Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania

Chair

2016 - 2019

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association

Director

2016 - 2016

Judicial Council of the Third Circuit Merit Selection Committee for Judicial vacancy for Bankruptcy Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania

Member

2015 - 2015

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association, By-Laws Committee

Member

2009 - 2010

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association, Advisory/Court Liaison Committee

Chair

2007 - 2010

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association

Director

2006 - 2009

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association, Advisory/Court Liaison Committee

Member

2003 - 2010

Middle District Bankruptcy Bar Association, Nominating Committee

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Association v. Eckert

successful defense for my client

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Education

1990

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

1987

Wilkes University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2004

Fall Conference

Bankruptcy Issues

2000

Fall Conference

Bankruptcy Issues

Languages

English

Activity

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