Walter E Moak

Walter E Moak

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 51 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Chandler, AZ
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Personal Injury

1820 E. Ray Rd., Chandler, AZ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004
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About Walter

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 70%

21 years | 600 cases

70%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

21 years | 30 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 48 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1977

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003

Licensed in Louisiana for 51 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 1974

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2004

Location

The Moak Law Firm

1820 E. Ray Rd., Chandler, AZ, 85225-8720

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Walter E Moak's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

116 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 116 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Exemplary

We have worked with the Moak Law firm for 4 years now, in a ch13 and a conversion to ch 7, and their undivided attention to our case has never lessened. They are always attentive and patient to answer questions and help us in understanding everything. I would use their services again and highly recom...mend them as well.

Posted by Lothar Watson | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Good services

They where very helpful. I would recommend this law firm. Walk me through the process and help me everywhere they could and they even help me try to find a new vehicle.

Posted by Adriana | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Saved my adult life

The Moak Lawfirm is amazing, I went in a little afraid because you always worry about making the right choice, especially with something like this, I had the consultation and right then and there I felt like I made the right decision to call Moak, answered every question made me feel like an individu...al and not just another client. Xanadu and Mr.Moak always kept me up to date and made sure my homework part of the process was complete. Honestly how fast this process depends on you, they are always there and ready to make sure your case goes as smooth as possible.

Posted by Robert | November 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great helpful people.

I was stuck with around $15,000 debt and it had gotten to the point I could no longer afford to pay rent, food, and the rest of my debt off. It felt like I was in a hole. I decided to call the Moak lawfirm and they were helpful from the first step to the last. My bankruptcy was just completed and I a...m a debt free man now, lots of stress gone. If you are buried in debt, call Moak and they will help show you the light at the end of the tunnel.

Posted by Frank | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly Recommend

I was drowning in debt, Moak Law Firm pulled me back to the surface, now I have my fresh start. They were with me every step of the way through the entire process until the end, it was worth the money, I've always been a firm believer, that you get what you pay for. I can't thank you guys enough,... you truly are life savers. Frank G.

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2004.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in LA, 2004

updated on 10/14/2015

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Louisiana.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2003

updated on 12/16/2010

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, The Moak Law Firm, PLLC

2007 - 2008

Managing Attorney, Macey & Aleman,P.C./Legal Helpers, P.C.

1987 - 2003

Owner, The Moak Law Office

1985 - 1987

Associate, Cluff & Associates

1983 - 1985

Partner, Berger, Gibson, Matheson, Whitney, Weber & Moak

1980 - 1983

Managing Attorney, Allstate Insurance Company

1978 - 1980

Trial Counsel, Hartford Insurance

1977 - 1978

Trial Counsel, Globe American Casualty Co.

1976 - 1977

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Thomas Aranda

1976 - 1976

Bailiff, Maricopa County Superior Court

1974 - 1976

Partner, Moak and Moak

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees

Associate Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2006 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1976 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section

Member

1976 - Present

State Bar of Arizona, Bankruptcy Law Section

Member

Education

2009

Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp

2005

Arizona School of Real Estate and Business

2004

Real Estate Investor's Goldmine of Brilliant Tax Strategies

1973

LOUISIANA STATE U

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Consumer Bankruptcy 101

Ethics in Bankruptcy

Languages

English

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