$ 200-600 per hour
John Robert Rizzardi
About John
Biography
I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your legal needs, whether or not it falls within my area of expertise. Our firm is committed to prompt client service at every level. We have 45 lawyers and we can meet almost every need of your business. If we cannot help you, I'd be pleased to refer you to several high quality attorneys in the Northwest or other regions. Please visit our website at for more information or call me at. Thank you, John Rizzardi
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Originally from Kalamazoo MI, I am also an avid bicyclist, bicycle commuter, paddler and hiker. My wife and I have lived in the Puget Sound area for 50 years.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Debt and Lending Agreements
35%
47 years | 600 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
47 years | 600 cases
Agriculture
15%
44 years | 80 cases
Business
12%
47 years | 700 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Oregon for 16 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 46 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Cairncross & Hempelmann, A Professional Service Corporation
524 Second Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA, 98104-2323
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Posted by David | December 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Superb skillsets and team
John Rizzardi and his team of knowledgeable and skilled legal professionals represent my company in a wide variety of matters. I have personally worked with John and his team for over 20 years. His representation has always been thorough and highly effective. I especially value his knowledge, experie...
Posted by Jeremy | February 24, 2012
Top Notch
I have had the privilege of knowing John Rizzardi for a couple of years. Having worked closely with he and his firm recently several successful transactions, I can attest to the rumors being true….He and his firm are absolutely top notch. Called upon frequently by successful companies and investo...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2009
Major agricultural lender special asset department
John Rizzardi has been legal counsel for Lender for more than 20 years. As Lender’s primary special asset manager for Western Washington, I have personally worked closely with Mr. Rizzardi during this entire time period. He has been Lender’s primary Western Washington counsel in complex timber and di...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2009
Great Northern Land - Work Out
John has helped steer our real estate development company through the worst housing and financial crisis in decades. He has provided excellent legal counsel. He has also been a trusted sounding board providing well grounded business advice during a time of chaos and dramatic change for our company....
John Robert Rizzardi's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is extremely intelligent and well-versed in the law. And his advice also reflects the practical constraints of real life. He is an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse John without reservation. He is a true professional, with an expansive knowledge of the law, broad business experience and unquestioned integrity."
"I would rate John as one of the top 3 attorneys I have met in 30 plus years of practice. In addition to being a great person, he is a solid professional with impeccable ethics and dedication to his clients. John is always the first attorney I recommend for business bankruptcy help."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Litigation - Bankruptcy, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Corporate Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Litigation - Bankruptcy, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Corporate Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Business Lawyer, Seattle Business Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Bankruptcy and Restructuring, Chambers & Partners USA Guide
2012
Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Litigation - Bankruptcy, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Corporate Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Top Business Lawyer, Seattle Business Magazine
2011
Bankruptcy / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Litigation - Bankruptcy, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Corporate Law, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Bankruptcy and Restructuring, Chambers & Partners USA Guide
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Top Lawyer - Bankruptcy, Seattle Metropolitan Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Top Business Lawyer, Seattle Business Monthly Magazine
2008
Honorary Turnaround Industry Hall of Fame Award, Turnaround Management Association
2008
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Top Business Lawyer, Seattle Business Monthly Magazine
2007
Top Lawyer, Seattle Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Top Business Lawyer, Seattle Business Monthly Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Top Lawyer, Seattle Magazine
2005
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Top Lawyer, Seattle Magazine
2002
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2001
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2001
Top Lawyer, Seattle Magazine
2000
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
1999
Most Improved Chapter - Awarded as President of Chapter, Turnaround Management Association
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Director and Shareholder, Cairncross & Hempelmann, PS
2012 - 2012
Mediator, Us Bankruptcy Court (W.D.Wa)
1991 - 1998
Owner, Betts, Patterson & Mines
1991 - 1991
Owner, Foster Pepper & Shefelmann
1984 - 1991
Partner, Hatch and Leslie
1979 - 1984
Attorney, Harpold and Fiori
Associations
2011 - Present
Turnaround Management AssociationAwards Committee
2009 - Present
Major Taylor Project/Cascade Bicycle ClubVolunteer and ride leader
2009 - Present
Oregon State Bar Association#092144
2007 - Present
Turnaround Management AssociationChair - Past Chair Council
2006 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationChair - Creditor Debtor Rights Section Executive Committee
1997 - Present
Bankruptcy Bar Association Eastern District of WashingtonMember
1995 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Seahurst Community ClubMember and Past President and Director
2011 - 2011
Turnaround Management AssociationExecutive Director Search Committee
2011 - 2013
U.S. Bankruptcy Court (W.D. WA)Chairperson - Honorable Thomas T. Glover Mediation Program
2008 - 2010
Turnaround Management AssociationGovernance Task Force
2004 - 2005
Turnaround Management AssociationPresident and Chairman of the Board
2001 - 2003
Turnaround Management AssociationVice President - International Development
2000 - 2006
Turnaround Management AssociationMember of the Board of Directors
1999 - 2002
Turnaround Management AssociationChair, International Committee
1999 - 2000
Turnaround Management AssociationStrategic Planning Committee
1998 - 1999
Northwest Chapter, Turnaround Management AssociationPast President and Board Member
1992 - 2013
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1990 - 2000
Various youth sports organizationsCoach, Assistant Coach
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re Seasonticket.com
Successful defense of trial and remanded trial
In Re Port Townsend Paper Company
Obtained payment of our clients' claims
In Re Orchards Village
Successfully confirmed creditor's plan and sold facility, resulting in successful outcome for client group.
In Re HydraPro
Successful sale of the company in a competitive bidding situation.
In re Meridian Transportation Resources
Successful purchase in competitive bidding situation.
In Re Gary McLean
Successful completion of transaction.
Education
1979
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Colorado - Boulder
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Turnaround Management Association's Cross-Border Conference
OMG! My Collateral is Alive! Understanding Agricultural Workouts and Insolvencies
2013
Judge’s Panel
Alternative Dispute Resolution - The Judge’s View
2012
Mediator Training Program
Mediator Training
2012
Advanced Bankruptcy Topics
Expert Witness Valuation Testimony
2011
Private training
Receivership Training
2011
21st Annual Bankruptcy Seminar
Legislative Updates
2010
Turnaround Management Conferences
Selected Bankruptcy Topics
2008
Seattle Dinner Event
Winning Professional Engagements in Chapter 11
2007
Northwest Bankruptcy Institute
Chapter 11 Developments
Publications
2013
Turnaround Management Association’s Cross-Border Conference
PACA, Agricultural and Related Lien Rights in Oregon and Washington
2012
Washington State Bar Association
Expert Valuation Testimony in Bankruptcy
2009
Journal of Corporate Renewal
Enforcing Creditors’ Rights in China
2009
Journal of Corporate Renewal
The Continuing Saga of Clear Channel: Alternatives to Section 363 Sales
2008
Journal of Corporate Renewal
When Payroll Gets Personal - Executives, Directors Risk Personal Liability for Unpaid Wages
2008
Journal of Corporate Renewal
Letters of Credit Given as Lease Deposits May Yield Cash in Chapter 11
2008
Journal of Corporate Renewal
Bankruptcy Appeals 101
2007
Journal of Corporate Renewal
In Re Refco: A Roadmap..
2007
Northwest Bankruptcy Institute Seminar Materials
Chapter 11 Update
2007
Journal of Corporate Renewal
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Languages
English
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24 Mar 2019
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25 Mar 2019
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