For over 20 years I have represented people and businesses through the difficult process of bankruptcy, under Chapter 7, 11 and 13, offering reasonable fees and payment plans. I am always available to answer questions and explain the process.
Practice areas
Consumer and business bankruptcy cases, Chapter 7, 11 and 13
28 years, 6,000 cases
28 years, 30 cases
28 years, 3,000 cases
28 years, 3,000 cases
Defense of foreclosure actions, whether attempting to keep the property or surrender and be free of the debt. Both residential and commercial.
28 years, 1,000 cases
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1994 | 03/13/2022 |
| Legal answers | 3 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
|---|---|---|
| Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
| BV Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2015 |
| BV Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2014 |
| BV Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2013 |
| BV Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2012 |
| BV Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2011 |
| Magna Cum Laude | Boston University School of Law | 1994 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Rafool, Bourne & Shelby P.C. | 1994 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section | Past Chair | 2011 - Present |
| National Associated Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2005 - Present |
| American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | 1998 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Consumer Bankruptcy Practice (IICLE) | Bankruptcy Reaffirmation, Redemption and Abandonment | 2013 |
| Illinois Business Bankruptcy Practice (IICLE) | Chapter 11 Plan, Confirmation and Cramdown | 2008 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Boston University School of Law | J.D. | 1994 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 CLE Program | Introduction to Bankruptcy | 2015 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| In re Godwin, 13-80551 | Discharge obtained |
| In re Polaschek, 08-8101 | Verdict for Debtor |
| Posnanski v. Kosth, 09-8131 | Judgment for client |
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