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also known as John Tyrrel Orcutt, John T. Orcutt
I have been practicing bankruptcy law in the state of North Carolina since 1987. I practice nothing but consumer debtor bankruptcy and have 6 offices to better serves those who could be facing debt problems.
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Acquired: 1982
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011
State: New York
Acquired: 1976
6616 Six Fords Rd, Suite 203, Raleigh, NC, 27615
2 N. Front Street, 5th Floor, Wilmington, NC, 28401
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1738 Hillandale Road, Suite D, Durham, NC, 27705
2860 Ward Boulevard, Suite D, Wilson, NC, 27893
600 Green Valley Road, Suite 210, Greensboro, NC, 27408
58 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Tamara | December 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Lies & scandals
Used this firm for my bankruptcy and I wish I could reverse it all. I know better now. Filing fee is nearly 3xs higher than actual fee. Went through process of submitting papers etc. Court date, plan was accepted by judge. Than told can’t do any payments but monthly when I specifically said no weekly...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Poor Communication and Lack of Experience In Business Bankruptcy
The lawyer I hired seemed to lack knowledge of the fundamentals of a small business bankruptcy and charter 7 filing. Very slow to get back with answers to any questions, as was his paralegal. We had plenty of time before filing for the attorney to review documents and determine if bankruptcy was even...
Posted by Carol | May 26, 2023 | Debt Settlement
Worst Firm Ever
I’ve been talking to Jennifer Thorne for about 2 months now. I haven’t retained Orcutt thank God! I sometimes get no call backs or emails back. I was ready to do this 2 months ago and still haven’t gotten anywhere. She’s still crunching numbers. Meanwhile all my credit card debt is increasing by the...
Posted by Jeff | December 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Poor Communications
I have attempted to contact the Raleigh location on numerous occasions to speak with my paralegal. I do not get called back, I have emailed them multiple times and I may or may not get a response and when I do its weeks later.
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Connie Nichols
This was my first time actually coming in to seek help with bankruptcy. I always heard bad things about bankruptcy, but my sister explained the process to me. When I call in for a consultation the return call was returned quickly. I also recieved an appointment to come in quick. I was nervous, but wh...
"I endorse Mr. Orcutt wholeheartedly. John is a seasoned practitioner with an understanding of how issues impact the households of North Carolina citizens. He and his partners have grown the firm with an exceptional eye for detail and professional service. I refer my own clients to him; each have been glad I did. I've been most impressed how he can make sense of changes in the economy that will impact his clients."
"John has long fought for consumer rights. He believes that good, honest, hard-working people deserve a chance at a fresh start."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Orcutt is a phenomenal consumer bankruptcy attorney in the state of North Carolina."
"I endorse John Orcutt. He is a leader in the field of personal bankruptcy and has brought debt relief within the reach of thousands with his pioneering ideas that have transformed debtor representation. It is a joy to watch John work."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is exceptional in both legal knowledge and character. This is how I'd summarize John Orcutt as a professional: 1. He solves the most complex problems in consumer law as well as any attorney I have ever met. 2. He has an incredible work ethic. I have seen him spend months worth of 60 hour weeks in a row. 3. John has incredible character -- I do not know a single consumer law attorney in the ENTIRE COUNTRY who has greater respect from his peers. I don't hesitate to refer to him, and I work with him every chance I get."
"John Orcutt is a tremendous contributor to consumer bankruptcy law in the state of North Carolina."
"John Orcutt is a top North Carolina bankruptcy attorney and has thought me much about consumer bankruptcy law."
"If you live in North Carolina and are in need of a great bankruptcy attorney, John T. Orcutt is the name that comes to mind."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Orcutt is an excellent teacher and pioneer in his field of consumer bankruptcy."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Orcutt is the grand daddy of bankruptcy in North Carolina who I have had the privilage to not only work for but learn from."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.
Censure issued in NC, 2011
updated on 01/28/2013This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Suspension Stayed issued in NC, 1999
updated on 04/08/2013Suspension stayed means the attorney has been disciplined, but that the discipline is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
Reprimand issued in NC, 1995
updated on 01/28/2013Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2004
Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2003
Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2002
Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
1987 - Present
President, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt
2001 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2001 - 2002
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, Bankruptcy Law SectionChair
Bankruptcy Court Affirmed John T. Orcutt's Argument.
Bankruptcy Court Affirmed John T. Orcutt's Argument.
1975
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
BS - Bachelor of Science
2014
Bankruptcy
2013
HotDocs Demonstration
1999
Chapter 13 Issues
1997
A Misnomer: How To Succeed In Chapter 13 Without Really Trying
2002
English