Bryan Scott Skillman

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney at Terre Haute, IN

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Very knowledgable, digs deep for answers, excellent communication, assistant Jolynn is as good as Scott

Communicates extremely well in laymens terms. Consulted with other attorneys for more information. Very thorough in asking me questions and obtaining minute, but important details that my previous attorney missed. Very timely with meeting deadlines. Keeps me well informed. Has explained my chances of being successful in winning my case. Has not given me false hopes as previous attorneys. Is kind, understanding, compassionate, and honest. Scott quoted me a fee from beginning to end. My other attorney charged by the minute; for every stamp, sheet of paper, fax, phone call. I never knew how much I would have to eventually pay. I was afraid to even ask questions because I knew every word would cost. Scott and Jolynn encourage me to call and ask questions. Is not afraid to negotiate with the opposing attorneys. His presentation in court is commanding and eloquent.

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Practice areas

Chapter 7 bankruptcy

75%

I began as an intern to a bankruptcy court and continued in the field with a Creditors Chapter 11 Firm. For the last 10 years I have concentrated on Debtors practice in Chapter 7 & 13. My boutique firm handles Tax issues and focuses heavily on bankruptcy discharge violation litigation.
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35 years
Chapter 13 bankruptcy

15%

35 years
Criminal defense

5%

32 years
Family

5%

35 years

I provide clients with a different legal environment than they may have experienced inn the past. My focus is on helping clients make the best decisions that meet their unique interests. I take the time necessary for each client to understand the choices available to them and ALL of the consequences for those decisions.

I understand that each client has unique problems and unique needs. I take the time to get to know all of my clients and their issues; then devise at least two or more plans to improve their present situation. I do not dictate to my clients by forcing them into any plan that does not meet their best interest. Bankruptcy is not the only option, and I will aid the client in learning all options and the risks and rewards for each.

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Licensed for 35 years

State IN

Status Active In Good Standing

Acquired 1987

Updated 01/04/2023

State LA

Status Inactive

Acquired 1995

Updated 02/18/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Skillman Defense Firm

P.O. Box 9481

Terre Haute, IN, 47808

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Posted by Melinda | April 5, 2012

Very knowledgable, digs deep for answers, excellent communication, assistant Jolynn is as good as Scott

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AVVO RATING 7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

Esquire
Skillman Defense Firm
1999 - Present

Associate
Dann Pecar Newman Talesnick & Kleiman
1987 - 1991

Internship
US Bankruptcy Court- ND IN Judge Lindquist
1986 - 1987

Clerk
Ancel Dunlap & Traylor
1985 - 1986

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Education

Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987

Miami University of Ohio
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984

Legal Cases

In Re G & S Livestock Co.
Petition granted against all entities

Beale v. Kurtz
Case to determine dischargeability of marital related debt pre BAPCPA

Baxendale v. Raich
Pre-eminate case on relocating/modifying child custody in Indiana

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Associations

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Member
2005 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute
Member
2003 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association
member
1987 - Present

American Bar Association
1987 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Presenter on Bankruptcy and Divorce
ICLEF
2011

Recognition for services rendered
District 7 pro bono corporation
2008

Speaking Engagements

legal training seminar
Bankruptcy and Divorce
2011

Attorney endorsements

Received (3)

Given (9)

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Eugene Mogilevsky

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Nov 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bryan is a very knowledgeable, friendly, and professional attorney. He is also an IT pro. When they say: a talented person is talented in many areas, they surely mean Bryan. Highly recommended."

Burton Padove

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Apr 12
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Stillman gave one of the best explanations concerning negotiations with a debt collector that I have seen on AVVO or the other answer boards, and i have been a regular contributor on many for 4 or more years."

Frank Kokoszka

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Apr 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the honor of working with Scott at a NACBA bankruptcy conference. I was impressed with bankruptcy knowledge and the dedication he has for his clients."