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Posted by Edwin | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Legal Team
Working with Berken & Cloyes on my case has been nothing short of outstanding. From the very beginning, their team demonstrated an impressive level of professionalism, skill, and dedication that immediately put me at ease. Every aspect of my case was handled with precision, care, and a clear strategy...
Posted by Jerrah | December 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Berken Cloyes, PC
It was such a pleasure working with Sean and Steve (and Paul too!)! Filing for bankruptcy can be daunting and overwhelming, but the Berken Cloyes, PC team were comforting, transparent, and there for me every step of the way. They are very experienced, knowledgeable, and professional, making the filin...
Posted by Cynthia | April 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Very Professional
I cannot thank enough how professional and efficient the attorneys were. Very knowledgeable, understood our situation and provided advice we never received from previous bankruptcy attorneys. The outcome of our situation was amazing! They are incredibly experienced and knew what was best option for ...
Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Blessed for their help!
Stephen and Sean were extremely helpful in guiding me through the bankruptcy process. I was referred to them and they did not disappoint! I would highly recommend them to anyone I know struggling with the idea of going through a b/k or knowing they need to do so. They were very responsive, knowledgea...
Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Compassionate and Knowledgable
I have been very pleased with the absolute high quality of services throughout the 5 year course of my Chapter 13. Stephen and Sean were always quick to respond with kindness and understanding with exceptional knowledge. They made it comfortable and easy to navigate through the process of filing, co...
"Stephen is a great asset to the Colorado bankruptcy community. He recently participated in an effort among local bankruptcy attorneys urging one of our Judges to adopt a more forgiving approach regarding a serious technical issue that has been harming people in Chapter 13 bankruptcies. Here's what the judge said about this effort: ". . . the Court concludes that the additional information and legal argument advanced by the Bankruptcy Practitioners Group is well-developed and very useful to the Court notwithstanding some duplication. The Court commends the members of the Bankruptcy Practitioners Group for their time and effort as well as dedication to the development of bankruptcy law in this important area of Chapter 13 practice.""
"I have Steve Berken for over 30 years and he is my go to attorney for all personal bankruptcy referrals. He has provided my clients and friends with top notch legal services for many years on all sorts of various legal matters involving both bankruptcy issues and other related matters. I recommend him highly."
"I have known Stephen for almost 10 years. Steve has been a cornerstone of the bankruptcy attorney's foundation in this state. His work is impeccable. I highly recommend Mr. Berken."
"I cannot say enough about Steve -- he is a pillar in the Debtors' Counsel community and an authority on bankruptcy law. He and his law partner Sean Cloyes are expert litigators and their clients are in the best hands possible. He makes miracles happen against all odds and against everything 17th Street creditors' counsel can muster."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's the leader of the Colorado National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He sponsors and lectures other attorneys in legal education seminars. He runs a private chat room for senior colleagues where current bankruptcy law and practice is discussed. The highest compliment I can give him is that I've referred many Chapter 13 clients to him over the thirty-plus years I've known him. He's a 10 in my book."
"I endorse this lawyer. Worked on case with Steve for a mutual client and also have interacted with Steve on other legal matters involving bankruptcy and consumer protection issues over many years. Steve is top of the line. Steve is very knowledgeable in bankruptcy and consumer pro law. He is very professional, responsible and diligent in representing his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Berken is the alpha dog of the consumer bankruptcy community in Denver. If you have a messy case and need a lawyer who is not afraid of a fight, Berken is your man."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
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2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Consumer Bankruptcy, American Board of Certification
2016
Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, 5280 Magazine
2014
Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, 5280 Magazine
2016 - Present
Principal, Berken Cloyes, PC
2014 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, American Bankruptcy InstituteState Chair
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Bachelor of Arts--Political Science
2010
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