John Anton Sterbick

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John Anton Sterbick

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 37 years

Tax Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Tax, Bankruptcy & Debt, Personal Injury ... +4 more

1010 S I St, Tacoma, WA

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About John

Biography

Our Proven Expertise Leads To Positive Results, Helping You Achieve The Best Possible Outcome For Your Problem. Call Today

I will help you defeat the stigma of bankruptcy and the burden of debt.

I am a second generation PI Attorney with a lifetime of experience. Call me for a free consultation

I have practiced tax relief for over 30 years. Call me for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Tax 40%

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

10%
Car Accident 10%

10%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

10%
Personal Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John Anton Sterbick

1010 S I St, Tacoma, WA, 98405-4555

sterbick.com/

Online Presence

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John Anton Sterbick's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Posted by Connie | June 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Answered all my Questions

We hired Mr. Sterbick to handle our chapter 7 bankruptcy. He and his staff were diligent in finding the best and least expensive path forward for us. He was patient with the time it took for us to gather all our information. Thank you!

John Sterbick

Replied last July 12, 2022

Connie, it was a pleasure working for you and helping you become debt free! Please don't hesitate to reach out to me again if you need our help.

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Consummate Professionals!

I contacted Mr. Sterbick’s office to consult him regarding my bankruptcy. I had previously retained an attorney in Seattle that was not familiar with combat related disability exemptions. I met with Lorelei who confirmed that the income we were receiving from my husband’s combat related disability wa...s exempt. I retained their services and provided them with the requested information. I felt that we had some complex situations and Mr. Sterbick and his staff were consummate professionals. During the process I had some questions regarding toll bills in the state of Texas. Ray (another paralegal) maintained his composure despite how frustrated I was. We went to our Creditors Hearing meeting, and the next day heard from Lorelei. She told us that the Trustee reported No Distributions, and there were no exempt-assets. We should receive our discharge in 60 days. I was very happy with the services and the level of knowledge displayed by the attorney and staff. I would recommend A. Sterbick & Associates to anyone.

John Sterbick

Replied last June 30, 2017

Thank you and it was a pleasure helping you through this difficult time. Let us know if you hear from the State of Texas on those tolls.

Posted by R Clark | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Chapter 7

Filing a chapter 7 was a difficult decision for me. After meeting with Lorelei and John some of my anxiety was eased. They explained the entire process to me and I decided to file. My case was a little difficult because of my income, however, they made no false promises but assured me that they woul...d work hard for me. John and Lorelei were amazing throughout the entire process. I had tons of questions but they were patient and worked me through each step of the filing. Both were professional and personable. I highly recommend Sterbick and Associates.

John Sterbick

Replied last June 30, 2017

Thank you and it was a pleasure helping you through this difficult time.

Posted by Heidi | March 05, 2015 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Chapter 7

I had been struggling for high credit card debts for years and years. It's been so difficult to live on by paycheck to paycheck making monthly payments on those debts. It was never ending but increasing more debts and troubles in my life. I was on the edge and it was impossible to find the way ...to keep it on any more. One day a friend of mine recommended to find a bankruptcy lawyer for help. I thought that only bad people do bankruptcy then and it made me very upset first. When I ended up to meet couple of lawyers with false or negative information it made me more upset and hopeless. But now i feel fortune to meet Mr. John Sterbick. Because he was the one helped me to get out of the hell situation with Chapter 7 filing and all my debts about $70,000 were wiped out. It only took shy three months to close since filing and wasn't that complicated either. I was able to keep my residence and two vehicles without hassle. What amazed me was his efficiency and trustworthy! He and his associates knew exactly what they were doing and very reliable! I still remember the day I received a discharge notification from the court. It was unbelievable and how happy I was! I am so very grateful for second chance given for fresh start and special thanks to Mr. Sterbick, Lorelei and Annette!

Posted by Sean L | January 09, 2013 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

A Great Attorney with a Great Team

John and his team were very instrumental in helping me through such a difficult time in my life. I originally hired John and Lorelei to file a CH 13 bankruptcy over a year ago and that process went smoothly. I had to hire John and Lorelei again to covert the CH 13 to a CH 7 due to a loss of income.... When that happened they took great care of me with compassion and timeliness. I can't say Thank You enough to the entire team at this law office for the tremendous amount of support and help you gave to me! I give my highest recommendation to John Sterbick and his team for any and all your legal needs! Thank You John and Thank You Lorelei!!!

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John Anton Sterbick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Ricketts

Tax lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an exceptional attorney. His dedication, expertise, and ethic set him apart. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."

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Arthur Parks

Tax lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. John is highly skilled, thoughtful, kind, and professional. An asset to our legal community and the public he serves."

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George Nickel

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Blanford

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John knows bankruptcy, tax, and personal injury work. I endorse his work."

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Edgar Hall

Tax lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tax law is a complicated area that takes a high level of expertise to handle competently. Mr. Sterbick is known around the Tacoma area as a go to attorney for this practice and definitely an attorney I would not hesitate to refer clients to."

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Thomas Morningstar

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. For tax and bankruptcy especially Mr. Sterbick is aces in my book."

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Michael Maltby

Tax lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this attorney. I am familiar with his work and his knowledge of tax law. He gets great results because he knows the system and is smart."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Attorney, Sterbick and Associates

Associations

2011 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Education

1988

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Gonzaga University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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