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Sumner Alexander Bourne
About Sumner
Biography
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
5
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
60%
32 years | 6,000 cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
10%
32 years | 30 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
10%
32 years | 3,000 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
10%
32 years | 3,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 31 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
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Location
Rafool & Bourne P.C.
401 Main Street, Suite 1130, Peoria, IL, 61602
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Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2014
BV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2013
BV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2012
BV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2011
BV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
1994
Magna Cum Laude, Boston University School of Law
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Partner, Rafool, Bourne & Shelby P.C.
Associations
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Bankruptcy SectionPast Chair
2005 - Present
National Associated Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1998 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Godwin, 13-80551
Discharge obtained
In re Polaschek, 08-8101
Verdict for Debtor
Posnanski v. Kosth, 09-8131
Judgment for client
Education
1994
Boston University School of Law
J.D.
Speaking Engagements
2015
2015 CLE Program
Introduction to Bankruptcy
Publications
2013
Illinois Consumer Bankruptcy Practice (IICLE)
Bankruptcy Reaffirmation, Redemption and Abandonment
2008
Illinois Business Bankruptcy Practice (IICLE)
Chapter 11 Plan, Confirmation and Cramdown
Activity
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