John T. Orcutt

John T. Orcutt

also known as John Tyrrel Orcutt, John T. Orcutt

3.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt, Personal Injury

6616 Six Fords Rd, Suite 203, Raleigh, NC

About John

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 43 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1982

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

Licensed in New York for 50 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1976

Resigned

Location

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

6616 Six Fords Rd, Suite 203, Raleigh, NC, 27615

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

2 N. Front Street, 5th Floor, Wilmington, NC, 28401

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

934 Cambridge Street, Fayetteville, NC, 28303

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

1738 Hillandale Road, Suite D, Durham, NC, 27705

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

2860 Ward Boulevard, Suite D, Wilson, NC, 27893

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

600 Green Valley Road, Suite 210, Greensboro, NC, 27408

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John T. Orcutt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

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... works better. Everytime you call there is a different paralegal assigned and when you ask for assistance they all say “ oh we don’t have anything to do with that”?! I called numerous times for 4 months not 1 person comprehended nor assisted! Than my case goes in for dismissal after I sent paperwork via email to a paralegal who said hed get back to me. I’m thinking finally someone will help with my issue. Guess what? Yup never returned a call or email. Court date comes I have no transportation and I’m making them aware of this 2 days in advance. ANGELA emails and tells me to get my payment in, the guy at the “never open to public” trustees office tells me going to court or making payment doesn’t matter it’s going to be didmissed because payments take 5 days to process. Yet Angela 2 days before court says make payment. Case is dismissed I’m told to call and refile next day. I do and the rudest, most ignorant woman dies her best to rush me off phone gives me another firms number and I just recently was told 2 days ago, nearly 2 months later she lied and referred me out stating “mutual agreement”. Absolutely horrible experience. I would never recommend anyone using this firm. They are deceitful, greedy, classless, and need to seriously bankrupt themselves because they are the most morally poor inconsiderate, lacking compassion and understanding people I’ve ever come across. Oh and yes I stopped making payments. Context is very important so for that not to be mentioned in court just because I’m not there, their lack of assistance as attorneys ,while I’m asking if I can make my full payment and to have that 100% disregarded is ridiculous! The part that really irritates me is the woman lying about mutual agreement. I’ve called the trustee many times and they never make you aware you can set up a payment arrangement as the man I spoke with had told me after the FACT! It clearly states when you call you can do so on the recording yet the firm NEVER tells you that. It’s monthly only ? Shady greedy and lacking describe this place to a fault! The only respectful person was who I spoke with initially when I first inquired about assistance and that’s if she isn’t used as a decoy to steer you to the firm. Live your lives well if that can even be a thing for this people because at this point absurdity suits them

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... a good way to go, but they didn't put in the time. Knowing what I know now I would not have chosen them. Wish I could get my money back.

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... month. I just found someone else and have an appointment with the actual attorney. DO NOT use these people and if you get Jennifer as a Case Manager? God help you.

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...en I came in the staff was excellent. They took me step by Step and if I had questions they answered. I was introduced to every person that would have a part in my case. I met Connie Nichols she has went way and beyond her job to talk with the lawyer about the issues I had. The lawyer was nice to respond. Yes I am in the process of hiring this law firm to handle my needs that I needed help on.

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John T. Orcutt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Raymond Diguiseppe

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Baccuhus Carver

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Shawn Orcutt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"John has long fought for consumer rights. He believes that good, honest, hard-working people deserve a chance at a fresh start."

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Thomas Hooper

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. John Orcutt is a phenomenal consumer bankruptcy attorney in the state of North Carolina."

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Carl Gustafson

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Andrew Gustafson

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Christopher Avery

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"John Orcutt is a tremendous contributor to consumer bankruptcy law in the state of North Carolina."

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Koury Hicks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"John Orcutt is a great teacher and practitioner of bankruptcy,"

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Jason Watson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"John Orcutt is a top North Carolina bankruptcy attorney and has thought me much about consumer bankruptcy law."

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Edward Boltz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Robert Roland

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. John Orcutt is an excellent teacher and pioneer in his field of consumer bankruptcy."

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Joshua Hillin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"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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Michael Waddington

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Joshua Hillin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Andrew Gustafson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Carl Gustafson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Clark

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Shawn Orcutt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Roland

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Christopher Avery

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Thomas Hooper

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Koury Hicks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jason Watson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edward Boltz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

Censure issued in NC, 2011

updated on 01/28/2013

This 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 04/08/2013

Suspension 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 01/28/2013

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.

Honors

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

Work Experience

1987 - Present

President, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

Associations

2001 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2001 - 2002

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, Bankruptcy Law Section

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Temple

Bankruptcy Court Affirmed John T. Orcutt's Argument.

In re Belanger: (EDNC)

Bankruptcy Court Affirmed John T. Orcutt's Argument.

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Education

1975

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Rochester

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

NC Bar 4All

Bankruptcy

2013

Welcome to the wonderful world of HotDocs

HotDocs Demonstration

1999

EBI

Chapter 13 Issues

1997

Eastern Bankruptcy Institute

A Misnomer: How To Succeed In Chapter 13 Without Really Trying

Publications

2002

NACBA Named Champion of the Order of Protectors of Consumer Debtors

Languages

English

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