Koury L. Hicks

Koury L. Hicks

also known as Koury Hicks

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 19 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Durham, NC
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt

1738 Hillandale Rd., Durham, NC

About Koury

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 35%

Practice limited to consumer and business debtor bankruptcy law, 2008 to present. Real estate law, 2007 to 2008.

35%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 19 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico

State: New Mexico

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

1738 Hillandale Rd., Durham, NC, 27705

The Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

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

Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

6616-203 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615

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Koury L. Hicks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Divorce & Separation

Posted by A. R. | December 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

So grateful for Mr. Hicks

I never thought I would be the one to go bankrupt. A medical emergency and a divorce left me with a car and house I couldn't afford. I had not other choice to claim a chapter 13 bankruptcy. Mr. Hicks has been so helpful to me. Whenever complications came up in my case he handled them with ease. ... I know I can be a nervous wreck and Im sure I was probably on his last nerve more than a few times. Koury was always helpful in making me feel like there was a way out. I'm getting to the end of my chapter 13 and I cant say enough about this great lawyer. Thank you!

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Koury L. Hicks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shawn Orcutt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Koury is a vigilant protector of consumer rights. He has an extra focus on mortgages because so many of our clients have been struggling with keeping their mortgage current in an uncertain economy, fighting against the wall for a hope of a modification, or looking for plan forward when the bank decides they want to foreclose and take the home. Koury presents the options that a person may not have been aware of and they can chart a path forward for that family."

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Thomas Hooper

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Avery

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Koury is an excellent bankruptcy attorney."

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Jason Watson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Koury has incredible talent practicing consumer bankruptcy law."

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Edward Boltz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Koury Hicks since 2007 and he has proven to an absolutely amazing bankruptcy attorney."

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Robert Roland

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Orcutt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Koury Hicks is a great bankruptcy attorney and has contributed a lot to consumer bankruptcy in North Carolina."

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Joshua Hillin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Koury Hicks is the hardest working man in bankruptcy and puts in as much time as is necessary to give his clients the best results possible."

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Craig Shapiro

Consumer protection lawyer

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Christopher Avery

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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Thomas Hooper

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jason Watson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edward Boltz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Orcutt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joshua Hillin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, American Board of Specialization

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

2008 - 2009

Volunteer, Project Salute

2007 - 2008

Associate, Moore & Alphin, PLLC

2006 - 2007

Associate, Little & Dranttel, PC

Associations

2020 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association- Bankruptcy Section

Council member

2009 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2007 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Bivens v. Shellpoint

Motion to dismiss overruled. Adversary proceeding for violation of stay, violation of confirmation Order, violation of discharge, and Bankruptcy Rules permitted to proceed.

In re Loman

Objection overruled, court found that the clear language of the statute supported an interpretation allowing for plan modifications extending 84 months from the date of confirmation

In re Hillmon

Court disallowed mortgage servicer's fees pursuant to North Carolina consumer protection law.

In re Gamble

Court permitted the deduction.

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Education

2006

University of New Mexico School of Law

Juris Doctor

2001

University of New Mexico

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

41st Annual Middle District Bankruptcy Seminar Separate Classification of Claims in Chapter 13

2019

NACBA Cleveland 4th Circuit Case Law Update

2018

2017

2017 NACBA Annual Convention: Orlando To Reaffirm or Not to Reaffirm: What are the Factors?

2016

2016 Middle District Bankruptcy Seminar Enforcement of Chapter 13 Plans Post-Discharge

2015

Middle District of North Carolina Bankruptcy Seminar Hot Topics in Chapter 13

2014

2014 Middle District Bankruptcy Seminar Hot Topics in Chapter 13

2013

36th Annual Bankruptcy Institute Trustee Audits

2011

34th annual Bankruptcy Institute

Means Testing.

Publications

2017

Means Testing for the North Carolina Bankruptcy Practice Manual 2017 Edition North Carolina Bankruptcy Practice Manual

2012

Means Testing for the North Carolina Bankruptcy Practice Manual 2012 Edition North Carolina Bankruptcy Practice Manual

Languages

English

Activity

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