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Brad Covey
also known as Brad Covey, Bradley Stetler Covey
About Brad
Biography
Mr. Covey concentrates his practice in all chapters of bankruptcy and bankruptcy-related law with special emphasis in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Mr. Covey has concentrated his practice in consumer and business bankruptcy matters for the past thirty years.
Southern Illinois University, B.S. 1984; Northern Illinois University College of Law, J.D. 1992. Military service: Army ROTC, Southern Illinois University, Distinguished Military Graduate with Regular Army commission, 1984; Lieutenant U.S. Army, Field Artillery, 1984-1987; Captain and Major, Illinois National Guard, Field Artillery, 1987-1994.
Speaker: Exemptions; Lien Avoidance; Reaffirmation; Redemption
IICLE seminar December 2004
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
50%
35 years | 5,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
25%
35 years | 2,500 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
25%
35 years | 7,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 34 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Covey Bankruptcy Law Firm, P.C.
223 S. Batavia Ave., Suite 201, Batavia, IL, 60510
Covey Bankruptcy Law Firm, P.C.
1755 S. Naperville Rd., Suite 132, Wheaton, IL, 60189
Covey Bankruptcy Law Firm, P.C.
24014 W. Renwick Rd., Suite 105A, Plainfield, IL, 60544
Covey Bankruptcy Law Firm, P.C.
107 S 1ST ST, # 101, West Dundee, IL, 60118
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Brad Covey's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Professional and Effective
My family and I would strongly recommend Brad Covey and Staff. They were always available and found much needed solutions to difficult issues quickly. Susie in the office was always a pleasure to work with. We cannot thank them enough for what they accomplished for us.
Posted by HMiranda | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly recommended
The experience to go through bankruptcy is terrible but Brad and Susie made this process easy for me.
Posted by Sheryl | November 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Top-notch Attorney and staff!
Filing bankruptcy is a very stressful time, and it is important to have an attorney and staff that is knowledgeable. I consulted two other bankruptcy attorneys prior to retaining Mr. Covey. The first attorney was extremely disorganized and unprofessional, and the second was significantly more expensi...
Posted by Chuck | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Chapter 7
Brad Covey did an incredible job sorting out a messed up financial crisis. He is very professional yet kind and empathetic. I recommend his service to anyone in need.
Posted by Gill | September 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful
I hired Brad Covey in May 2017 Brad was very professional. His timelines with how everything would fall were spot on. Brad eased my mind with all my questions I had for him. Brad makes you feel very comfortable and definitely knows the laws. He reassured me that everything will workout. Susie is such...
Brad Covey's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Brad is a highly experienced bankruptcy attorney. His knowledge and professionalism is much appreciated by the Judges and other members of our legal community. His clients are lucky to have one of the best bankruptcy attorneys representing them."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Brad for at least 20 years. He is well-respected, knowledgeable, and does a great job representing his clients. He is always on top of any new developments in bankruptcy. He is an honest lawyer who will always do his best for his clients."
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Donald Zuelke
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Michele Springer
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
David Brown
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Michael Davis
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Glenn Sowa
Criminal defense lawyer
Matthew Shaw
Divorce and separation lawyer
Stephen Jacobs
Divorce and separation lawyer
Thomas Springer
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Kent Gaertner
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Top Attorneys in the Western Suburbs, Western Suburban Living
2013
Top Attorneys in the Western Suburbs, Western Suburban Living
2011
Lawyer.com Verified, Lawyer.com
2010
Lawyer.com Verified Attorney, Lawyer.com
1984
Distinguished Military Graduate, Southern Illinois University
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Managing Partner, Covey Bankruptcy Law Firm, P.C.
2005 - 2011
Member, Springer, Brown, Covey, Gaertner & Davis, LLC
Associations
2021 - Present
Kane County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Paul, 355 B.R. 64 (Bankr. N.D. Ill. 2001)
Trustee's motion to sell Debtor's annuity denied
In re Burciaga, 944 F.3d 681 (7th Cir. 2019)
Because 85% of unpaid wages are exempt from creditors’ claims in Illinois, and vacation pay is a form of wages, the decision of the district court is REVERSED.
Education
1991
Northern Illinois University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
US Army Field Artillery School
Officer Advanced Course
1985
US Army Field Artillery School
Officer Basic Course
1984
Southern Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Bankruptcy Basics from the Experts
Initial Client Interview
2004
IICLE seminar
Exemptions; Lien Avoidance; Reaffirmation; Redemption
Publications
2008
Dupage County Bar Association
Watch Out Third Floor: The Bankruptcy Trustees are Lurking1
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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