Richard George Fonfrias

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Richard George Fonfrias

4.9
Rating: 5.3

Licensed for 29 years

Lawyer at Chicago, IL

125 South Wacker Drive, Suite 300, Chicago, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022
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About Richard

Biography

Take control of your finances. Leave your old life behind you. Your new life awaits. Call now, I will help you.

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Fonfrias Law Group, LLC.

125 South Wacker Drive, Suite 300, Chicago, IL, 60606

chicagomoneylawyer.com/

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Richard George Fonfrias's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Posted by Chris | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Happy client

I met with Richard to discuss my options and choices about bankruptcy or chapter 13 ,adter going over all my information he recommended both for my particular circumstances he was straightforward and explained everything so i understtod the processes and how they can help me .i would recommended him ...to anyone i knew who needed his services !!!!!!

Richard Fonfrias

Replied last October 19, 2022

Thank you! Please call me anytime.

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Fonfrias Law Group

Fonfrias Law Group was truly professional at handling my chapter 13 case. My case was very complex. Rich and his team were there for me every step of the way. Great communication and quick response time to set my mind at ease. I highly recommend Fonfrias Law Group.

Richard Fonfrias

Replied last November 21, 2019

Thank you for the review. Glad to help!! Please let me know how you are doing.

Posted by John | May 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Every step of the way.

Rich Fonfrias from the start of my chapter 13 to this day, has been with me every step of the way. Filing the Chapter 13 was at first the scariest decision I ever made. Filing the Chapter 13 is officially the very best decision I ever made for me and my family. We have no bills, we have no worries. ...We do no longer fear banks

Posted by John | May 04, 2015 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Rich saved my family, my home and my health. I can't thank him enough!

When I went shopping for an attorney, I looked for several weeks before I found Rich Fonfrias. I read his clients' reviews, made an appointment and checked him out. After talking with Rich, I said 'This man knows bankruptcy to the max.' Rich calmly discussed my case and we weighed the options. We ...decided that a Chapter 13 bankruptcy was best for me. Now my family eats well, sleeps even better, and my two children are being provided for in every way. My marriage and relationships with our kids have improved 110%. I have gone from being a person in the mainstream of society who lives for debt - to someone who uses money against the banks. Rich Fonfrias is one of the best attorneys I have ever used. He saved my family, my home and my health. I can't thank him enough.

Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2014 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Highly Recommend for Chapter 13

I found Rich Fonfrias here on AVVO and feel compelled to review him to share our experience. I went to 3 different highly recommended attorneys before finding Rich on this website. With each of those consultations I felt an impending feeling of doom. When I left Rich’s office after my consultati...on, it was the first time I felt like everything would be okay and the reason I felt that way was because Rich said it would be okay and I genuinely believed him. All 3 attorneys I had visited before Rich said my husband and I would without a doubt be in a 100% payback because we made too much money. We knew this was something we could not afford and that’s why we were filing Chapter 13. I kept telling these attorneys that but was told there was no way around it, 100% was the only option. To quote one of the attorneys he said to get rid of cable tv, that would save us $80 a month – really? Rich on the other hand was a bit more optimistic and did say 100% payback could be possibility but very highly unlikely. He was also the first attorney to mention that in all likelihood not all of our creditors would make a claim so for example if we had $100k in unsecured debt maybe ¾ would file a claim. This was true for us only about ½ of our creditors filed claims. None of the other attorneys even mentioned this to us. We choose Rich to file our Chapter 13 and I’m so happy we did. He was also very reassuring and optimistic at our 341 hearing. I don’t know how he managed to do it but was able to get us a payment of 4% instead of the 100% all the other attorneys said we would be paying. I can’t tell you the relief of knowing we will be able to live through the next 5 years and be okay. Rich is very knowledge about the in’s and out’s of bankruptcy law. I sincerely can’t recommend him enough. He has saved us a fortune. 4%! Thank you Rich!

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Richard George Fonfrias's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Roth

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is one of the better lawyers I know. He isn't afraid to take on a tough case and guide a client to a successful end. He fights hard for his clients, which isn't as common as it should be."

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Nella Mariani

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Richard for a number of years. I have found him to be professional, knowledgeable, and extremely competent. He is a respected attorney among the bankruptcy community. Finding the right bankruptcy attorney is important. Richard possesses the requisite knowledge and skills to accomplish his client's goals and ensure his client's success."

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Yan Teytelman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Rich for about 10 years and we've previously worked together in bankruptcy practice. He is very responsive to clients' needs and really takes the time to understand a client's situation and provide appropriate advise. I've referred clients to Rich in the past and would do so again without hesitation."

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Michael Fradin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sometimes my office is contacted by individuals who seek guidance with their debt. I am confident recommending that these individuals discuss their debt with Rich and know that he will handle their particular situation professionally and strategically."

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Suzanne de Rath

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Richard Fonfrias for many years. He is very knowledgeable, well respected and well liked in the legal community. As an Attorney he is a very strong advocate for his clients. He is an expert in his field of Bankruptcy from Chapter 7 to Chapter 13. Most importantly he is honest and a man of great integrity. I highly respect and endorse Attorney Fonfrias."

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William Ridings

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael McCready

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"What higher endorsement can I give by the fact I refer my bankruptcy clients to attorney Fonfrias. Highly recommended."

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Peter Corti

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, in addition to working with Richard Fonfrias on several Bankruptcy matters I had the pleasure of working with him while we were colleagues over 15 years ago. I found and observed him to of the highest ethical character and legal ability, and would not hesitate to recommend his services to my clients ."

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Jason Sposeep

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is one of my "go to's" in the bankruptcy world. He is extremely knowledgeable about bankruptcy and debt issues and is very good with his clients. I highly recommend Richard for any and all of your bankruptcy needs."

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David Cybak

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Richard for 7-8 years now. He has been my opposing counsel on dozens of bankruptcy cases over the years. He is a very knowledgeable bankruptcy lawyer and is well respected and well liked in the legal community. He is a strong advocate for his clients, but above all, he is a man of great integrity. I highly respect and endorse Richard."

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John Ioakimidis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Richard for 14 years and highly recommend him to any client who is in need of bankruptcy assistance or financial reorganization. Richard is a smart, conscientious, and detailed oriented attorney who is well known in the bankruptcy field. I have seen his performance in Court over many years and his clients' interests are his first priority. You are in good hands with Richard."

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Jason Sposeep

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Nella Mariani

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Heath Isaacs

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Fradin

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Peter Corti

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  5.3 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Suspension issued in IL, 2022

updated on 12/06/2022

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Richard’s comment:

“I regret that this occurred during a very difficult time when I was dealing with the illness and death of my father.”

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2015

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2014

Complaint Free, Better Business Bureau

2014

Clent's Choice, Lead Counsel

2014

5 Years Complaint Free, Better Business Bureau

2013

Complaint Free, Better Business Bureau

2012

Complaint Free, Better Business Bureau

2011

Complaint Free, Better Business Bureau

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Partner, Fonfrias Law Group, LLC.

2007 - 2009

Associate, Law Offices Of Ernesto D. Borges, Jr, PC

2005 - 2007

Associate, Law Offices of Robert J. Semrad

2003 - 2006

Managing Attorney, Legal Remedies

Associations

2013 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institiute

Member

2011 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Bankruptcy Panel member

2010 - Present

Federal Reserve

Money Smart Member

2009 - Present

Chicago Lawyers Network

Member

2009 - Present

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Ryan William Thiede

All debts discharged

In Re Ludivina Pavey

300th case confirmed

In Re james Bowen

Award for injured worker

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Education

1995

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

State University of New York, Stony Brook

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Real Estate Radio

Radio Show

2013

Real Estate Radio Show Debt relief and real estate

2009

Consumer Law Committee

Bankruptcy Seminar

2009

Chicago Bar Association

How to Tell if a Consumer is a Good Candidate for a Chapter 13 or a Chapter 7

2009

Bill Moller Show

Debt Relief

Publications

2017

Rich Fonfrias Keep Car in Chapter 13

2015

Justinian Society Newsletter Citation To Discover Assets

2014

Rich's Common Sense Guide Rich's Common sense Guide to Erasing Debt

2012

jdsupra.com Bankruptcy Might Help If Unpaid Parking Tickets Result In Your Drivers License Suspension

2009

Illinois Financial Rescue and Bankruptcy Guide Illinois Financial Rescue and Bankruptcy Guide

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20 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Thinking About Filing for Bankruptcy 20 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Thinking About Filing for Bankruptcy

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11 Tragic Misconceptions About Bankruptcy 11 Tragic Misconceptions About Bankruptcy

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7 Shocking (and Costly!) Facts About Consumer Credit Counseling 7 Shocking (and Costly!) Facts About Consumer Credit Counseling

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8 Eye-Opening Secrets That Reduce the Pain of Bankruptcy 8 Eye-Opening Secrets That Reduce the Pain of Bankruptcy

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Debts You Can & Cannot Erase with Bankruptcy Debts You Can & Cannot Erase with Bankruptcy

Languages

English

Spanish

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