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Are you considering filing for bankruptcy and wondering where you can turn to receive the help you need at this time? Bankruptcy is a serious issue and can result in life-altering and extensive complications and ramifications. It is at just such a time that you need to take action and procure the representation of a lawyer who has a thorough understanding of the bankruptcy process and who is ready to support you today. You may agree, yet be wondering where you should even begin to search for the right attorney. You can breathe more easily now, because you have come to the right place! At Reister Law Firm, a Dallas bankruptcy lawyer can provide you with the help and support your case requires. Attorney Rich Reister received his Bachelor of Science degree at Texas A&M University. From there, he went on to obtain his law degree from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School. While he was in law school he received the honor of being the President of the American Bar Association/Law School Division. He gained invaluable experience in law working for an attorney in the Dallas area. He has a thorough understanding of the bankruptcy process and is well equipped to take on your case and support you today. Having assisted more than 1000 clients, Attorney Reister knows how to effectively and efficiently fight for you and the outcome that is in your best interests. He can assist you in working through Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or the alternatives to bankruptcy. He has experience with all kinds of debt relief options and can help you understand the benefit of making loan modifications. Whatever the details of your case may be, you need to know that Attorney Reister is prepared to fight for you! Contact this law office without delay.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Bankruptcy and Debt
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22 years | 1,100 cases
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 21 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2004
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Reister Law Firm
4100 Spring Valley Road, Suite 260, Dallas, TX, 75244
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Posted by Linda | March 01, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Great Bankruptcy Attorney
Rich is very knowledgeable about the options presented for bankruptcy. He is always available to answer your phone calls personally. I am glad I chose him to help me through this difficult time.
Posted by Jason M | November 02, 2010 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Best of the best!
I am using Rich Reister for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. There was an issue with one of my creditors illegally repossessing my car. Rich did a fabulous job with this situation. He spent all day on the phone with the car dealership, their lawyers, and the repo people. At the end of the day, I end...
Posted by John in Plano | September 09, 2009 | Debt Settlement
Onstop full service attorney
Rich, Was very helpfull from the consult meeting through the completion of my case. Rich also assisted in matters after the case resulting in settlements against creditors for thier wrongfull filings. Rich is a on-stop full service attorney. Was so pleased with the service I directed a family member ...
Richard James Reister's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Reister continually strives to be the best bankruptcy attorney in the DFW area and always manages to exceed his clients expectations. He offers a smooth process with individualized attention that just cannot be matched."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I went to Law School with Richard and have always know him to be a hard working and intelligent law student. If his work ethic in law school is any reflection of him as a lawyer, then I would feel very confident in saying he is a very good lawyer."
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"Rich is a bright, energetic lawyer. I endorse this attorney."
"As difficult as it is for me to endorse a fellow Ch. 7 Bankruptcy attorney, I have no qualms about endorsing Rich Reister. I have worked closely with Rich for approximately 8 years, and know him to be extremely knowledgable regarding all facets of bankruptcy. More importantly, though, I know of no other attorney who possesses the level of integrity Rich possesses. If Rich says he'll do something for a client, you can absolutely count on Rich getting it done."
"Mr. Reister provides excellent personal service and provides top notch legal representation and advice to those experiencing a very stressful time in their life. He makes the process as simple and stress free as possible."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has handled all referrals to his office with the utmost professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Good character, hard worker and knows the Bankruptcy laws."
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Experience
Honors
2002
Distinguished Student Award, American Bar Association
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Bankruptcy Attorney, Law Offices of Rich Reister
2004 - 2004
Law Clerk, Petroff & Associates
2003 - 2004
Student Attorney, Sixty Plus Elderlaw Clinic
1995 - 2001
Law Clerk, Eric D. Fein & Associates
Associations
2010 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2006 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysActive Member
2004 - Present
Dallas Association of Young LawyersActive Member
2001 - 2006
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bankruptcy of John Smith
Successful Discharge of Debts in Bankruptcy
Education
2004
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Dallas Bar Association
How to Pass the Bankruptcy Means Test
2008
Synaplex at Temple Shalom
Estate Planning - Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail
2007
The Efficient Business - Podcast
Bankruptcy
2007
Presentation on Estate Planning to City of Decatur
Why you should have a Will
2006
Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail - Rockwall
Estate Planning
Publications
2007
Lead Maverick Directory
Law Offices of Rich Reister sees surge in Chapter 7 Filings
2007
Lead Maverick Directory
Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Still An Option?
Languages
English
Spanish
Russian
Ukrainian
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Receiving insurance claim money prior to filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
29 Sep 2010
Q&A
Can a mortgage company foreclose after Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
31 Jan 2010
Q&A
A debt collecter is after me for a cable bill from 4 years ago. this is first i have heard of this. what are my options?
09 Mar 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How to Hire a Good Bankruptcy Lawyer
15 Mar 2010
Legal Guide
How to Decide whether or not to reaffirm a car in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
15 Mar 2010
Legal Guide
How to Answer a Credit Card Lawsuit
14 Mar 2010