Barton S Balis

Barton S Balis

also known as Bart Balis

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 54 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Boulder, CO
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

3015 47th St., Ste. E-1, Boulder, CO

About Barton

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Bankruptcy and Debt 100%

Debtor-focused practice, including small business owners and consumers.

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 54 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1971

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Location

Goff & Goff, LLC

3015 47th St., Ste. E-1, Boulder, CO, 80301

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Barton S Balis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (14)
4 star (0)
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2 star (1)
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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The absolute best attorney I've ever worked with.

I lived in Colorado for the past 20 years, and hired Bart to determine my eligibility to file bankruptcy. By the time I actually filed, I lived in another state and had to hire a local attorney. My case was very complicated, took over 18 months to come to an agreement with the Trustee, and was frau...ght with risk. I didn't feel my local attorney knew nearly as much as Bart did so I engaged Bart to counsel me on the more complex aspects of my case. I wanted to ensure I get the very best advice and I DID. He is thoroughly knowledgeable about every aspect of bankruptcy, from Colorado state law to Federal law. He was patient and answered my many questions with clarity and certainty. He (alone) proposed a special tax filing that saved me over $2500. He was very professional, prepared, focused, and efficient with his time. I can't recommend him highly enough. He is simply the best.

Posted by L. Kennedy | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best!

I was at a difficult time in my life and unfortunately needed to file for bankruptcy. This was not part of my plan. Some how I found Bart Balis. He is fantastic. He guided me through the process with compassion and dignity. He was thorough, patient with all of my questions and uncertainties, and extr...emely confidential. I would highly recommend Bart for his expertise in the bankruptcy.

Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Over and Above Service

Bart was outstanding in guiding me through an extremely stressful bankruptcy situation. He was knowledgeable as to what kind of filing was appropriate and best for my personal situation. He helped me save my home! I have the highest regard for his expertise, judgment, humor and kindness. 10 stars...!!

Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Walked me through, with great detail and patience, a very difficult decision

Filing for bankruptcy was an extremely difficult and emotional time. Bart was referred to me by my tax lawyer at the time. When I first consulted with Bart, he sat down with me for an hour or more, answered all my questions in great detail, gave me straight answers and guided me through what the proc...ess would be like and how it would affect my life and financial outlook going forward. He helped me make the difficult decision to file, and he and his staff we there for me through the entire, extremely detailed and often difficult process with the courts. There were a few gotchas along the way, but Bart had the experience and knew how to get through. The US courts are a hurry-up-and-wait game, and it took an extreme amount of patience to get through. Bart educated me along the way, at every step and at every gotcha, and we made it through. Bankruptcy is not something to be taken lightly, but life goes on afterwards. It does not define you, but does take its toll. Having someone with Bart's experience made the experience as easy as it could be. And it's not easy...

Posted by David | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exremely GOOD at his profession

Bart has assisted me over the years and has never failed to be truthful, adept, and professional. I feel fortunate to have been represented by Bart and his firm. Thank you.

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Barton S Balis's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Barrett

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I was partners with Bart for 30+ years. I saw first hand his dedication to his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable and clever in his approach to solving the client's problems. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Lance Goff

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathryn Goff

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Zachary Friedman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Pepin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Balis is a sage in the field of bankruptcy law. He stays on top of the law and issues and is willing to push for his clients. I have a great respect for Mr. Balis and recommend him often when questions are outside my expertise."

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William Zurinskas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Barrett

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Ron Porter Award of Merit, Boulder County Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Of Counsel, Goff & Goff, LLC

1980 - 2013

Member, Balis & Barrett, PC

Associations

Boulder legal community

Member

Boulder County Bar Association

Member

Boulder County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section

Chairman of the Boards

Boulder County Bar Association, Domestic Relations Committee

Chairman of the Boards

Education

1970

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1967

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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