At the height of the real estate market I borrowed on my home in S. Florida to buy the house next door with an intention of flipping it and making a huge profit. Unfortunately, I purchased the second property at the height of the market and utilized adjustable rate mortgages (ARM). I went from being ...an "almost" millionaire (on paper) to being "under" several hundreds of thousands of dollars very quickly after the market collapsed. I also work for the federal government, routinely work with lawyers and judges, and have a security clearance.When I went "under" and could no longer pay my mortgages or bills due to the rate increases in the ARMs, I found myself facing bankruptcy. During all of this I was transferred to Northern Virginia, and with no other recourse, started researching bankruptcy attorneys.One of those that I found was Robert Brandt. I was impressed that Robert didn't require me to complete a bunch of paperwork before meeting with him.I was more impressed that I would meet with him and not "a partner" or paralegal that worked for him. (Later, I learned later how important this was to be). I cannot begin to tell you how impressed I was with his professionalism and his ability to put me at ease (bankruptcy is not easy). He listened to my spiel on why I was facing bankruptcy, scribbled down a bunch of notes - and this was classic - leaned back in his chair and stated that I couldn't file a Chapter 13 (too much debt) or a Chapter 7 (too much income).I think he saw the look on my face and quickly stated that he would go over everything again - not to worry - and would soon get back to me. I heard from Robert within a day. He stated he had a couple ideas and wanted to go over things with me again. He put a plan together, which required me to do some work but thought I could file a Chapter 7 if everything fell into place. Due to my debt, a Chapter 13 would not be possible. The short story is...his plan worked. I filed a Chapter 7, which was approved and am now able to move on with my life - having learned a lesson, of course. More importantly, the back story - I had to move quickly to get a Deed-in-Lieu (DiL) approved on my primary home. Although, Robert was not my primary attorney handling the DiL, he was much more active in facilitating the necessary paperwork. When my "real estate" attorney would not immediately answer or return my calls, Robert would. Once the DiL was approved, Robert sought the proper order from a bankruptcy judge that allowed my bankruptcy to go continue. Bottom line: while pursuing my bankruptcy, Robert foresaw every curve ball that could come my way and developed a positive response. He was phenomenal. When the day came for me and my wife to go to bankruptcy court, my wife (never a traffic ticket in her life) was a wreck. I wasn't able to put her at ease, Robert did. During our bankruptcy proceedings - while we waited - Robert sat next to us and made sure we were doing okay. And maybe most importantly, I noted that Robert had a very good rapport with the folks that sat on the other side of table from us...the Trustees. I believe Robert is very highly regarded within the Northern Virginia judicial system...truly important. Every time I called Robert I either spoke directly to him or he called me back within the work day. Robert is super intelligent, personable - and as important - has a small firm. He's also honestly empathetic (ask my wife). I've dealt with attorneys during most of my adult employment and can honestly say that he is one of the best.My bankruptcy was far from routine, probably one of the most difficult he's had, and he never wavered.

Robert Brandt won my case for me with ease. He made every step of the procedure simple, easy and clear. He is absolutely trustworthy, knowledgeable and personable. He made me feel I am under his protection and took away all unnecessary stress. He changed my negative attitude toward legal system ...and taught me how to make it work for me. I was very confident with him. My recommendation is "He is excellent"

Robert Brandt should be your first stop when searching for a bankruptcy attorney. Bankruptcy is not a fun experience and having a bad attorney makes it even more painful. My husband and I had several failed attempts with three other attorneys before we met Robert. I knew from the first returned ph...one call that Robert was our guy. He returned our call!! Robert is extremely knowledgeable about filing Chapter 13 and continues to make certain our best interests are considered throughout the process. He is responsive, thorough, and worth every penny! Wish we would have hired him first...would have saved us thousands of dollars and a year of suffering through incompetent attorneys!

Robert Brandt is the consummate professional. A difficult series of life events left me 24 hours from a foreclosure sale of my home. After contacting Robert at the 11th hour he stepped in and changed the course of events in my life. Robert not only stopped the home auction, he expertly managed my Cha...pter 13 claims and reduced the amount owed creditors literally by thousands. Thanks to Robert's professionalism I'll emerge from Chapter 13 in less than 2 1/2 years versus 5 full years. All the while my dignity and personal life are intact and I have financial stability once again. Working with Robert is a can't miss winning proposition!!!!