Jon Bruce Clarke

Jon Bruce Clarke

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 52 years

Chapter 11 bankruptcy Lawyer at Castle Rock, CO
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement ... +2 more

18 South Wilcox Street, Suite 200, Castle Rock, CO

About Jon

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 25%

Chapter 11 reorganization is a procedure to reorganize the debts of ongoing businesses and, less commonly, of higher income/net worth individuals.

25%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 25%

The purpose of Chapter 7 is to liquidate the debtor’s nonexempt assets for the benefit of creditors.

25%
Debt Settlement 25%

Colorado’s Most Experienced Bankruptcy Attorney. Call Now For Dedicated Service.

25%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

Represent individual and corporate debtors and creditors in business and consumer Chapter 11 reorganizations, Chapter 7 liquidations, and Private Debt Settlements.

53 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Real Estate 10%

Represent individual and corporate buyers and sellers, lenders and borrowers, landlords and tenants in residential and commercial transactions.

53 years | 200 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-395 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 52 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1973

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Jon B. Clarke, PC

18 South Wilcox Street, Suite 200, Castle Rock, CO, 80104

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Jon Bruce Clarke's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Turn Your Life Around with Jon Clarke

The downturn economy from 2008 finally caught up with me, my wife and kids and in 2011. We were forced to look at filing bankruptcy. I had lost my position as a VP and my wife could not find work. We spoke with a number of BK attorneys and were referred by one to Jon Clarke. We had our first phon...e call with Jon in June of 2011. In Sept 2011 we filed Chapter 7. The house was steadily moving to foreclosure at the same time and our finances were in ruin. Jon calmly and confidently walked us through what we could expect. When we finally met with the trustee and Jon was there and handled it like the pro he is. While filing was not something we were proud of it was our only shot at rebuilding the our lives. In Feburary 2012 our case was dismissed and we could breathe again. I finally acquired a new position in Sept 13 and my wife got a job as well. We saved our home in November 2014 with a refinance program. The lien on the second was dropped by the bank in December 2014. While our credit is not what it was we still were able to buy a car and do the little things that lets you know you are alive. I am sharing this because while it may not look like you can survive bankruptcy you need to know you can and if you put it in Jon Clarkes capable hands you will in the end have your life back and a new friend and advisore who really cares. I highly recommend Jon to anyone considering bankruptcy.

Posted by Dean | March 27, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Satisfied and happy client

Jon Clark represented me in a bankruptcy action a couple of years ago and I can tell you as a former attorney myself that Jon is better than just good. He is great. Jon handled my case exceedingly well and got results for me that were exceptional. Jon is knowledgable, easy to work with, diligent, s...mart and a great human being. Rare qualities for an attorney of his caliber. I can not recommend jon too highly. If you need a bankruptcy attorney you better call Jon.

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Jon Bruce Clarke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Patoile

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jon Clarke is the go-to expert for bankruptcy matters in the Denver area and we are lucky to now have him with an office in Castle Rock. I have referred several clients to Mr. Clarke and all have walked away with the results that they wanted from a seasoned attorney. In the past, our firm used Jon for a lot of complex workouts with real estate developers and other business matters as well. We highly recommend him."

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Doddridge Shelby

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jon is an exceptional attorney. He has great depth of knowledge based on decades of experience. He provides insightful and invaluable advice, guidance and representation. Jon's skill as an attorney is matched by his ability to relate with people. He is a staunch advocate for his clients. He treats his clients and others with respect. Jon is well recognized in the legal community for his outstanding work in the field of bankruptcy. He has assisted countless clients in debt "work out" and bankruptcy matters. Jon is the only attorney in his field to whom I refer clients. I know that all of my referrals will get the best possible representation with Jon I heartily endorse Jon B. Clarke."

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Aaron Barrick

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jon Clarke for many years. He is professional, courteous and of the highest integrity and character. I routinely recommend clients and other attorneys to Jon Clarke if I am unable to assist them."

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Stephen Berken

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Listed, Bankruptcy and Real Estate Section, National Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Recognition, Colorado Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1994

2nd Navy Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Navy

1990

Navy Commendation Medal, Secretary of the Navy

1973

Order of St. Ives, University of Denver, Sturm College of Law

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Expert Witness, Jon B. Clarke, P.C.

1992 - Present

Sole Shareholder, Jon B. Clarke, P. C.

1983 - 1992

50 % Shareholder, Clarke & Waggener, P. C.

1978 - 1983

Minority Shareholder, Clarke & Waggener, P. C.

1973 - 1977

Associate Attorney, Clarke, Allison & Waggener

1971 - 1972

Law Clerk, Clarke & Waggener, P.C.,

1970 - 1994

LCDR-CDR-CAPT Oper. Intelligence, U.S. Navy Reserve

1965 - 1970

Aviator/ Admirals' Aide, U. S. Navy Active Duty

Associations

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2002 - Present

Faculty of Federal Advocates

Member

1987 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1983 - Present

Arapahoe County Bar Association

Member

1973 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

1973 - 1996

American Bar Association

Member

1973 - 1987

Denver Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Schmidt 14-23736

Debts Discharged, judgment liens on residence settled to facilitate pre-filing sale

In Re Scholet Case No. 14-19199

Debts Discharged, working with trustee to liquidate/redeem nonexempt assets

In Re Golden Nugget Gold Buyers,LLC

Pending, working with Trustee to identify and liquidate assets

In Re Pantier Adv. Proc. 13-1507

Judgment denying discharge

In Re: Wave Financial Partners,Inc.

Bidding war (Dutch Auction) resulted in top value being paid for assets & maximum return to creditors.

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Education

1972

University of Denver College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1965

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Colorado Foreclosures & Workouts

Ethical Obligations of Lawyers

2012

Rocky Mtn. Bankruptcy Conference

Chapter 11 for Individual Debtors

2012

Colorado Foreclosures and Workouts

Ethical Obligations of Counsel

2011

Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy Law

Bankruptcy Code and Rules

2006

Fundamentals of Bankruptcy Law

Critical Changes due to 2005 Bankruptcy Reform Law

1978

Annual Confeence

Real Estate-New Bankruptcy Law

Publications

2010

National Business Institute Introduction to the Bankruptcy Code & Rules

2009

Advising Distressed Companies Mergers & Acquisitions in Bankruptcy

2007

National Business Institute 7 or 13- Which is Best for Your Client ?

Languages

English

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