Tom Bunch II

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Tom Bunch II

also known as W. Thomas Bunch II

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 36 years

Probate Lawyer at Lexington, KY
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +3 more

126 W. Maxwell St, Suite 200, Lexington, KY

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About Tom

Biography

My mission is to provide top-quality legal advice to my clients within the scope of my law practice.

Extensive experience with cases before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, including Chapter 13 cases.

Extensive experience with cases before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, including Chapter 7 cases.

Extensive experience with Debtor and Creditor legal issues arising in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

Very proficient at drafting Last Wills & Trusts, handling Probate Law cases, and Guardianship cases.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Probate 50%

After practicing bankruptcy cases for 25 years, I am now primarily handling a large number of probate cases. Each case takes special attention to get the job done correctly and efficiently. Call me for a free phone consultation.

35 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Estate Planning 20%

Mr. Bunch is very proficient at drafting Last Wills & Trusts, handling Probate Law cases, and Guardianship proceedings.

35 years

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Mr. Bunch also practices Chapter 7 and 13 cases on behalf of individuals and corporate clients. He also has extensive experience with objections to discharge brought by creditors in an adversary proceeding against a debtor, or alternatively, defending same on behalf of a debtor.

35 years

10%
Trusts 10%

This is a part of the Estate Planning process and a useful tool in certain circumstances. Some lawyers try to "sell" every client a trust, but my position is that there are lots of ways to handle the transfer of property upon death.

35 years | 500 cases

10%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

Mr. Bunch also practices Chapter 7 and 13 cases on behalf of individuals and corporate clients. He also has extensive experience with objections to discharge brought by creditors in an adversary proceeding against a debtor, or alternatively, defending same on behalf of a debtor.

35 years

5%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 5%

Mr. Bunch also practices Chapter 7 and 13 cases on behalf of individuals and corporate clients. He also has extensive experience with objections to discharge brought by creditors in an adversary proceeding against a debtor, or alternatively, defending same on behalf of a debtor.

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Gold Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 36 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bunch & Brock, PSC

126 W. Maxwell St, Suite 200, Lexington, KY, 40508-1858

bunchandbrocklaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Tom online.

Tom Bunch II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Barb | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very effective & skilled at fixing problems

Tom helped me with a debt that was not mine. This hostile collection agency was after someone with a similar name, but they thought it was me. I kept telling them that they had the wrong person, again & again, but the calls kept coming. Tom made one phone call for me and the phone calls stopped. ...It took some paperwork to get this fixed, but it was worth it. Highly recommend!

Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A True Hero

Tom is the kind of lawyer that confuses you because he's the antithesis of the stereotypes. He's always available. He checks in with you. He takes time to go over every detail of your needs and your solutions. This man has changed our lives to a course of success. We will forever be indebted. We... never thought we'd be out of a crushing financial hole. We were so depressed and hopeless, and after our first consultation with him, we walked out feeling like we were out of our hole. He spent two years with us helping every step of the way. He is the most honest and caring person. Thank you, Tom. Thank you so much. You set us on a path of financial success!

Posted by gary | February 12, 2015

Tom II

Tom has handled both business and personal legal work for me for over 10 years. He has handled each case in a most professional, straightforward and trustworthy manner. I would highly recommend his legal services to family, friends and business associates.

Posted by Joey | January 23, 2015

Best thing I've done - Bankruptcy completed!

Tom did a great job helping us get our bankruptcy case filed and completed. He gave us great advice and kept us informed every step of the way.

Posted by Andy | August 6, 2014

Best decision I ever made! No Kidding!

Tom did a great job for me. Very fast and always communicated with me. This guy knows what he is doing and I trust him completely.

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Tom Bunch II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Myers

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom is a top notch attorney with a deep understanding and experience in bankruptcy law. Highly endorse."

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Brent Cox

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an excellent lawyer having mastered his practice areas. He is a great person who is always willing to help out a colleague who has a question."

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Matthew Bunch

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tom does a great job preparing Last Wills and handling probate cases. His father (also a lawyer) taught him this skill because a Last Will is a necessary document for married couples in Kentucky. Tom is very detailed-oriented, which is required for drafting these types of documents!"

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John Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Brackney

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have witnessed Tom manage his cases with great skill, knowledge, and compassion for his clients."

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Matthew Bunch

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Michael Gartland

Litigation lawyer

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Caryn Belobraidich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Peter Brackney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Legion of Honor for 25 Years of Service, Lexington Kiwanis Club

2000

George E. Hixson Fellow, Kiwanis International

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney, Bunch & Brock

1900 - Present

Managing Partner, Bunch & Brock, PSC

1987 - 1989

Law Clerk, Bunch & Brock, Attorneys

Associations

1990 - Present

Fayette County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Attorney Member

1989 - Present

Lexington Kiwanis Club

Past President; member

Certified Kentucky Colonel

2017 - 2018

Lexington Kiwanis Club

President

1994 - 1995

Lexington Kiwanis Club

Past-President

Sample of Legal Cases

Representative Chapter 11 Cases - CLICK HERE

Complex Chapter 11 cases, usually involving litigation

Representative Chapter 7 Cases - CLICK HERE

Successful liquidations of numerous corporate entities

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Education

1989

University of Kentucky College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Wake Forest University

politics

1986

Wake Forest University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2017

Conference Presenter on 2-6-2017 for the Bluegrass Estate Planning Council

Asset Protection, Estate Planning and Bankruptcy

2011

Fayette County Bar Association, CLE Event

Divorce and Bankruptcy: When Debtors Can't Pay Their Creditors Due to Divorce

Publications

2011

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Divorce and Bankruptcy: When Debtors Can't Pay Their Creditors Due to Divorce

1999

A Handbook of Jury Research by ALI-ABA (a joint project of the American Law Institute and the American Bar Association) Using Social Science Methods to Improve Voir Dire and Jury Selection

Languages

English

Activity

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