Bruce A. Lanser

Bruce A. Lanser

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 43 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Hartland, WI
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

P.O. Box 418, Hartland, WI

About Bruce

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Bankruptcy and Debt 100%

Representation of financially distressed individuals and small businesses in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases and in voluntary workouts. Cases include the routine matters as well as the very complex, including bankruptcies where (a) divorce is pending or is being considered; (b) individuals are principals in financially distressed businesses; (c) there may be a need for pre-bankruptcy planning; (d) timing is critical for a variety of reasons. Also serves as a Chapter 7 panel trustee.

44 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 43 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1982

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Lanser Law Office

P.O. Box 418, Hartland, WI, 53029

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Bruce A. Lanser's Reviews

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28 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

No questions on who you should go to

Let me first start off by saying that I am extremely thankful for Bruce and his team and how amazing they are. I went in for a consultation about my finance and options I had to deal with it. Bruce was clear and made sure I understood all my options. I decided to go through with bankruptcy and Br...uce sent me everything I needed to get started. I completed everything and sent it back, he kept in touch with me through email and always updated me on what information he needed next. He updated me every step of the way and always was there for any questions I may of had. He told me how the court appearance was going to be like and helped me to understand any question that was going to be asked. For my final words, I would like to say how professional and efficient his team is. They made this whole process go smoothly and I can't thank them enough for it. I thought this process was going to take longer and be so much more stressful but Bruce and his team made it where I never had to stress and that helped me through it. Bruce is a true professional and I would recommend him to anyone who is dealing with debt. He knows his information and gets the job done quickly so you don't have to worry. Thank you Bruce and your team!!

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Possible Bankruptcy

I think my story might be one of a kind! We hope that day never comes to hire an Attorney. But you will at least once in your life time. Most of us more than once. When you have to, you then ask yourself, who do I go to? Are they telling you or even know the Truth (Law)? Am I now put on the mon...ey Elevator for payment? I hired several Attorneys throughout my life time, not because I wanted to, because I had too! Including Lawyers in the field of Personal Injury, Workers Comp, Will, Business, Real Estate (Buying, Selling, and Leasing small businesses), just to name a few, and now Bankruptcy. I owned a small business for the last 12 years, increasing business at least 10% or more each year, until the working 16 to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week got old, along with the Industry shrinking! I was now going to sell my first business, and then look to getting into owning another type of business that could bring in more money, to maybe work less hours! I now owned my next business. While selling my first business, I now had to use that money to fund the 2nd business, which was losing large amounts of money each month. I now had to find a Bankruptcy Attorney. I asked family, friends, acquaintances, other Attorneys, referrals, and the internet, to determine which Bankruptcy Attorney to use. Attorney Bruce Lanser's name came up a lot! I called Lanser Law Office. A Paralegal answered the phone, Bruce called back to talk a little, and I made appointment with Bruce the next day! The first appointment was for an hour to go over my situation. I hired Bruce to represent me after talking to him. He is very business like and straight to the point. He will tell you to be honest with him or he will not represent you! He has been a Bankruptcy Attorney right out of school for at least the last 36 years! I felt I was told the truth the whole time discussing my case. My case took longer than most of his cases, because of the added issues with the current Landlord, and surrounding business owners. As I was preparing for Bankruptcy, I told every person I knew that we needed more money to invest in my new Business venture, or we might not be able to make it. I was looking for investors or I had to sell everything in it to try to cover the loses. Not giving up, I had also reached out to other business owners, including vendors I worked with. A customer of a Vendor was looking to purchase some of the Equipment. When he came to look at the Equipment, he looked at the facility and through our discussions that day, he wanted to take over the business! 3 months later, I am out of the Lease and the Bank Loan is paid off! I now do not have to file for bankruptcy! Knowing that Attorneys charge a lot per hour, you want to make sure you are getting your monies worth! Anytime there is a money exchange between parties, we all think we are getting the short end of the stick. I try my best to look for the Honesty in a person! I think Lanser Law Office has that honesty! We hope we don't have to file Bankruptcy in the future! If I have to, I know who I am calling! Thank you Bruce, Lisa and Staff!

Posted by Charles | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

I high recommend Bruce Lanser

I hired Bruce after my initial consultation. I felt he was highly professional and I did not need to shop around. I'm sure he charges a bit more than the discount guy you see on TV. For something this important you get what you pay for. My bankruptcy was pretty typical but had a few unique proble...ms as most bankruptcies do, I am sure. It is not one size fits all. I'm not sure a discount guy would have been so thorough. Bruce was very thorough and I always felt I was in good hands. Things went extremely smooth. I would also like to point out that Bruce made me feel like I was his only client. If I emailed him a question, I did not wait days for an answer. An answer was only an hour or two away. Sometimes it was minutes. If you want total peace of mind in an emotional, important legal process, go with Bruce.

Posted by Jennifer | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Attorney Bruce Lanser Review

If you want to make one decision that you'll never think twice about, hire Attorney Bruce Lanser to represent you for your bankruptcy proceedings. Our case was very complex, in fact, the first two bankruptcy attorneys we interviewed with turned us down and highly recommended Bruce Lanser. We're s...o glad that we followed through with their recommendations. Attorney Lanser was not intimidated by our case, he put us at ease, was compassionate, easy to talk to, highly knowledgeable and organized, professional and thoroughly answered all of our questions. We left with a clear understanding of the bankruptcy process and a very detailed outline of paperwork that would be needed to get started. While the list of documents you need to submit may be a bit daunting, you'll come to understand that Attorney Lanser leaves no stone unturned. Every possible question is thought of and because of his methodical foresight, there's no question prior to or in court that can't be answered and followed up with proper documentation. We were questioned by more than the Trustee, but because of Attorney Lanser's meticulous attention to detail, all of us were successfully able to respond with substantial backup documentation. We're so grateful to Attorney Lanser for helping us attain the very best possible outcome for our case. He's someone you respect immediately, commands honesty and you can trust implicitly. No matter where you are in the process, every email or phone call will be responded to quickly and thoroughly, even after your case has been discharged. Before court he'll walk you through the questions that will be asked and will personally help calm your nerves. We were in the best of hands during the worst time in our lives, he was our silver lining. We highly recommend Attorney Bruce Lanser no matter how simplicit or complex your case, we promise you, you'll have no regrets in choosing his law office to represent you.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Without question. Bruce is the best!

Due to the complexity of my case, other attorneys were reluctant take it on. From the beginning of the case, Bruce was honest, made no promises, but gave me realistic expectations of what the outcomes of my filing would be. I have had horrible experiences with other attorneys in the last 5 years, b...ut Bruce was so easy to work with, fast to respond to any questions I had, and extremely professional. With my discharge in hand, I am ready to start a fresh beginning. Credit score is already back above 700! It's only been a 3 months since the filing! I wouldn't even think about hiring anyone else if I needed reorganization - whether its personal or business related. This is the man you want. Period.

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Bruce A. Lanser's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sheila Romell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bruce Lanser for many years as I often refer bankruptcy cases to him. He is my "expert" in the field of bankruptcy. I will continue to refer clients to him in the future."

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Beth Brockmeyer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Milwaukee Bankruptcy Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Judge Dale E. Ihlenfeldt Bankruptcy Award, Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

2012

Best of Milwaukee, Best Bankruptcy Lawyer, Shepherd Express

2003

Best Bankruptcy Lawyer, Milwaukee Magazine

1999

Best Bankruptcy Lawyer, Milwaukee Magazine

N/A

Super Lawyer - Bankruptcy - 2007-present, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

N/A

AV Rated - 1996 to present, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Best Lawyer 2007- present, Best Lawyers in America

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Chapter 7 Trustee, United States Bankruptcy Court - Eastern District of Wisconsin

1987 - Present

Lawyer, Lanser Law Office

1982 - 1987

Associate, Consumer Law Center, Law Offices of John P. Savage

Associations

2013 - Present

American College of Bankruptcy

Fellow

1982 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, Local Rules Committee

Past Member

State Bar of Wisconsin, Farm Crisis Committee

Past Member

2003 - 2009

State Bar of Wisconsin, Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditors' Rights Section

Board Member

1982 - 2010

Milwaukee Bar Association

Member

Education

1982

Marquette U

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

State Bar Build Your Practice Series, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1995, 1997, 2000, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2015

Basic Bankruptcy:Representing Clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Filings

2013

Annual Meeting of Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

Pre-Bankruptcy Planning: Where is the Line Between Prudence and Fraud

2011

State Bar of Wisconsin

Bankruptcy For the Rest of Us

2010

State Bar Annual Bankruptcy Update Seminar, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2006, 2008, 2010

Various Bankruptcy Topics

2007

University of Wisconsin Law School

Creditor/Debtor Proceedings Unit of Lawyer Skills Course

2005

State Bar of Wisconsin, Annual Convention

Ethical Issues Faced by Lawyers in Joint Representation

2005

Society of Family Lawyers

Selected Highlights of BAPCPA

2005

Marquette University Law School

Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention Act of 2005

2004

State Bar Annual Bar Convention

Sec. 707(b): What Is It, Where Did It Come From and How Is It Applied

2004

Leander J. Foley, Jr. Matrimonial American Inn of Court

Pre-Bankruptcy Planning and the Timing of Bankruptcy Relative to Divorce

2004

American Bar Association, Family Law Section, Fall Convention

Pre-Bankruptcy Planning and the Timing of Bankruptcy Relative to Divorce

2003

Society of Family Lawyers

In Pursuit of the Perfect Happiness Package

2003

Milwaukee Bar Association

Great Expectations

2002

Legal Action of Wisconsin, Consumer Advocacy and Bankruptcy Assistance Project 1995, 2000, 2002

Basic Bankruptcy

2000

Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers, Winter Seminar

What the Personal Injury Lawyer Nees to Know About Bankruptcy

1999

State Bar of Wisconsin

Family Law and the Bankruptcy Code

1997

State Bar of Wisconsin, Build Your Practice Series

A Closer Look at Chapter 13

1993

National Business Institute

Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Law and Procedure

1992

State Bar of Wisconsin

Basic Issues In Bankruptcy

1991

State Bar of Wisconsin

Chapter 13: A Step by Step Analysis

1989

State Bar of Wisconsin

Pitfalls In Bankruptcy

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