Orlando Velazquez

Orlando Velazquez

5.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 33 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Aurora, IL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Real Estate, Lawsuits & Disputes

64 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL

About Orlando

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 80%

My primary area of practice is consumer bankruptcy and consumer rights litigation. I represent Debtors in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, debt settlement and IRS Offer in Compromise.

34 years | 10,000 cases

80%
Real Estate 15%

I also represent Sellers and Buyers of residential real estate.

34 years

15%
Lawsuits and Disputes 5%

Litigation

34 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 33 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1992

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 27 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1998

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

Velazquez Consumer Law

64 E Downer Pl, Aurora, IL, 60505

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Posted by Melissa | June 30, 2025 | Credit Repair

John is Reliable

Reach out to John: (276) 252-2332 I am giving a testimony on how I was homeless and I had an eviction on my credit that wouldn't let anyone rent or sell to me. I needed to fix my credit and remove the eviction. John worked on my profile as I was directed to him by my aunt. Within the space of 3-... 5 business working days, removed the eviction, cleared other negative items and boosted my scores to 815. Purchasing my new home was an easy and pleasant process. I highly recommend John for any kind of hacking service. If you filed tax refund and got paid little, he can also help you with amendments to get up to $400k in 2 weeks. He’s fast, affordable and reliable when it comes to hacking.

Posted by Penny | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney

UNDERSTANDING

I can't say enough good things about Mr. Velazquez. He is very kind and understanding. If you need a lawyer he is the man for job.

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Reliable, dependable, and efficient

Orlando did an outstanding job with my case. He was reliable, he was always readily available to answer any of my concerns or questions. He went out of his way to address any issues that would arise. I had the utmost confidence in Orlando throughout my entire process. I would recommend Orlando to... any of my friends or family.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

All that I expected

Mr. Velazquez explained everything in great detail, laid out the plan for my situation and executed perfectly. I didn't think I needed a certified bankruptcy attorney but I am glad I found one!

Posted by Tricia | February 14, 2013

Helpful, patient & knowledgable!

In such a difficult personal time, Orlando was extremely patient, knowledgable and willing to help me to understand the process. He was great at explaining my options, giving recommendations and letting me make my own decisions. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Velazquez Consumer Law

2016 - 2017

Attorney, Sulaiman Law Group

2015 - 2016

Attorney, UpRight Law

2009 - 2015

Partner, Ledford & Wu

1999 - 2008

Partner, Law Offices of McGrath & Velazquez

1993 - 1998

Attorney, Law Offices Of Peter Francis Geraci

1992 - 1993

Attorney, Condon & Cook, LLC

Associations

2009 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1996 - Present

Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois

Member

Education

1992

Loyola University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Loyola University Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2003

Chicago Bar Association

Civil Practice: Practical Tips for Practicing Attorneys

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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