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Rachel Thyre Anderson
also known as Rachel Thyre, Rachel Thyre Vogeltanz
About Rachel
Biography
My priority is to provide peace of mind to people who are experiencing financial stress. When someone arrives at my office feeling hopeless, and leaves feeling relieved and knowing they have options, it makes my job worthwhile. I am board certified in consumer bankruptcy by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization and the American Board of Certification.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
45%
17 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
45%
17 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Louisiana for 14 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Rachel Thyre Vogeltanz, LLC
428 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA, 70433
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Rachel Thyre Anderson's Reviews
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Posted by Tammie | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Ever
I was consumed with debt after a awful divorce but uncomfortable with the idea of bankruptcy until I found Attorney Anderson. She professional, caring and very helpful, after my consultation she made me feel so warm I hired her without a second thought and I’m glad I did. She the best !
Posted by Christina | January 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rachel was my second consult and so thankful my friend recommended her!!!
My first consult, with a different attorney, I was told I could only file a Ch 13 and would have to pay back a high monthly amount for 5 years. Not to mention this attorney was so rude. I’m so glad my friend recommended Rachel. I was able to file a Ch 7 and she helped me out tremendously! If you are ...
Posted by Elizabeth | July 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
So glad we chose Rachel Anderson
We are so happy that Rachel Thyre Anderson was the attorney who drew up our wills. She made us comfortable with the process, was available for questions and concerns, and is definitely an attorney we would recommend to anyone without hesitation.
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Competent and Confident
Rachel is a competent, confident, bright, and trustworthy attorney. She made a difficult time in my life much less difficult. She showed compassion and understanding for the stressful situations I was enduring and provided me with the peace of mind I needed and was seeking.
Posted by Elaine | June 25, 2015
Love her!!
I have used Rachel twice and have referred her to family who also used her. We were all very satisfied with her. She's almost always available and if not she returns any calls in a timely matter. I love that I talk directly to her and not someone else in her office such as a secretary. She answered a...
Rachel Thyre Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Rachel is as knowledgeable and skilled as they come in the bankruptcy legal community. More importantly she treats her clients with respect and compassion. Would recommend her to my family and friends."
"Rachel knows bankruptcy better than most attorneys. I have referred quite a few clients her way and they all have great things to say about her legal knowledge and legal skill."
"Rachel was a pleasure to consult with and very smart. Clearly a lawyer who cares about her clients. I strongly endorse her for any bankruptcy matter."
"I highly recommend hiring Rachel Anderson for any and all bankruptcy/debt collection needs. She is highly intelligent, thoughtful and very attentive to her clients' issues. Any time I have a client who needs advice on bankruptcy and/or debt collection matters, I always recommend Rachel Anderson."
"Rachel is a lawyer's lawyer. An exceptional attorney. For bankruptcy matters, she's the only person I recommend."
Kristen Stanley-Wallace
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I heard Ms. Anderson speak at the Solo and Small Firm LSBA conference this year and she was well-informed and was careful to make sure that some complicated issues were understood."
"I strongly endorse Rachel for all of your bankruptcy needs. Rachel is a dynamic, intelligent, and caring lawyer who can help you when bankruptcy seems insurmountable."
"Rachel was an absolute pleasure to work with in resolving an issue for a client of mine. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of a bankruptcy attorney in the greater New Orleans area."
Ryan Loyacano
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Loyd Bourgeois
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Steven Griffith
Litigation lawyer
Kevin Vogeltanz
Litigation lawyer
Peggy Vallejo
Family lawyer
Jacques Bezou
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer
Abid Hussain
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Top Lawyers in New Orleans, Bankruptcy, New Orleans Magazine
2017
Top Lawyers in New Orleans, Bankruptcy, New Orleans Magazine
2009
Order of the Coif, University of California, Davis School of Law
2009
Best Brief, Religious Freedom Interschool Moot Court Competition, George Washington University Law School
2007
Academic Excellence Scholarship, University of California, Davis School of Law
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Rachel Thyre Anderson, LLC
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Louisiana Supreme Court
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Lundgren & Reynolds, LLP
Associations
2019 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm SectionChair
2018 - Present
Louisiana State Bar, Consumer Protection SectionMember
2018 - Present
American Board of CertificationBoard Member, Standards Committee
2017 - Present
St. Thomas More SocietyMember
2017 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2015 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association, Francophone SectionMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2011 - 2019
Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm SectionVice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Grundmeyer
The court denied the Chapter 7 Trustee's motion to reopen, and my client was able to keep the proceeds of his lawsuit out of the bankruptcy case.
Lake v. Navient Solutions et al.
Settlement with one creditor, and discharge as to the remaining creditors.
Bates v. Selenberg
Judgment for my client, the plaintiff
Education
2009
University of California at Davis School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1996
Indiana Univeristy
Master of Arts
1993
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Louisiana State Bar Solo and Small Firms Conference
Divorcing Clients and Bankruptcy: Avoiding Pitfalls and (Maybe Even) Collaborating
2017
Louisiana State Bar Solo and Small Firms Conference
Student Loans: In and Out of Bankruptcy
2016
9th Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference
Solo's Guide to Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
2015
Free on Fridays CLE Series
Technology-Based Tools for Solo and Small Firms
2015
8th Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference
Bankruptcy Basics
Publications
2009
Rutgers Journal of Law and Religion
Best Brief (National Religious Freedom Moot Court Competition)
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does an active loan modification stop the sheriff's sale on July 16th?
30 Jun 2015
Q&A
If for some reason I don't or unable to show up to a creditors hearing does a ch 7 get dismissed?
26 Jun 2015