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When in need of a bankruptcy attorney in Harrisburg, PA you can trust that Deborah A. Hughes, of Serratelli, Schiffman, & Brown P.C., is qualified. Along with the Harrisburg area, she also serves as counsel for residents and businesses of Hershey, Carlisle, Camp Hill and Central Pennsylvania. Deborah is a Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney. Ms. Hughes is senior counsel at Serratelli, Schiffman, & Brown P.C., and the head of the Bankruptcy Group at the firm. She serves as legal counsel for both debtors and creditors. She was the first woman in Pennsylvania to receive the ABC board certification as a consumer bankruptcy specialist in the inaugural 1992 class. She was honored in the 1998 Class of Pennsylvania’s Best 50 Women in Business. She is past Director of the Bankruptcy Section of the Dauphin County Bar Association and was in charge of the Section Newsletter published quarterly. She is a member of the Bankruptcy Committee of the Section on Corporation, Banking and Business Law of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, as well as the American Bankruptcy Institute, NACBA and Counsel of Certified Bankruptcy Specialists.
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19 Client Reviews
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Posted by Scott | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Concerned about my well being
I have searched through the internet and googled myself crazy about the bankruptcy process and the options available. I came across Deborah via Avvo. I went with my gut feeling and reached out to her initially for advice concerning bankruptcy. I have since retained her services. I have spoke with her...
Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Terrific attention to detail
Very easy to contact. Immediate attention. Very compassionate and professional. Skillset is an 11 on a scale of 1 to 10. Looked at another attorney, but Deb blew him away. She really cares!
Posted by BJ | May 05, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Professional and Knowledgeable
I have had the privilege of working with Deb for the last several years in a business relationship. We are an auction company that specializes in business liquidations, bankruptcies and real estate. After being introduced to Deb by another attorney, I have had the opportunity to assist her as she ex...
Posted by Deborah | May 01, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Integrity, diligent, informative and knowledgeable.
I can say it has been a "privilege" to know and be a client of Attorney Deborah Hughes. On a personal level she has given me very valuable advise on any issue I approach her about. Deborah has always demonstrated tremendous expertise in areas of the law. I have referred many individuals to her...
Posted by Dawn | April 30, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly Recommend!!!!
Even thinking about filing for Bankruptcy made me panic inside! I was referred to Attorney Hughes from another attorney and I can't say enough good things about her and her wealth of knowledge. She made a very stressful situation as easy as it could be given the situation. I knew in advance that B...
"I endorse this lawyer. Why? I have practiced myself 29 years and helped over 8,000 persons file in Washington State. And Deborah's experience shows from her 36 years of practice in her answers to legal bankruptcy questions. She takes the time to specifically and fully describe her advice almost like you were in front of her although she would take much more time in her office, as opposed to some attorneys who simply will say "go see an attorney" etc. Thus, I always appreciate another bankruptcy attorney qualified, and who provides full answers to questions posed..and answers that are correct, show knowledge of your options when appropriate too. Therefore, I endorse Deborah..give her a call now!"
"I am delighted to have the opportunity to endorse Deborah Ann Hughes. She has an uncanny ability to solve a problem before it rears its ugly head, a sure sign she has not wasted her many years of legal experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with Deb on various bankruptcy issues. She is extremely knowledgeable about bankruptcy issues and the law, and provides sound legal advice. I highly recommend her as a bankruptcy lawyer."
"Deb is the consummate professional and, from what I've seen in my experience as a general practitioner, one of the region's preeminent authorities on bankruptcy law and procedure. In my dealings with Deb I've always found her to be very collegial, open to providing advice, and willing to go "above and beyond the call" to support her client's interests."
"I strongly endorse Deb. She thoroughly explores all options for clients, including avoiding bankruptcy if that is in best interest of client."
"I have worked successfully with Ms. Hughes on several joint representation issues where my client needed bankruptcy advice. She provides knowledgeable and practical solutions for bankruptcy issues. I am very confident that when I refer a client from my practice area to hers, the client will be well-represented."
"There is no bankruptcy lawyer I would recommend before Deb. Having had joint clients with Deb for the entirety of my time practicing law, I know first hand of Deb's unmatched knowledge and skills."
"I endorse this lawyer. In particular, Deb is valuable in business bankruptcies, and I highly recommend her to business owners who need to pursue a bankruptcy option."
Family lawyer
2016
PA Super Lawyer Bankrupty, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Legal Leaders, Harrisburg Magazine
2015
Select Lawyers, Susquehanna Style Magazine
2014
Top Lawyers in Pennsylvania, The Legal Network
2013
AV Preeminent Women Lawyers ( 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top100 Lawyers representng PA, The Top 100 Magazine
1998
1998 Class of Pennsylvania’s Best 50 Women in Business, Pa Business Journal
2014 - Present
Senior Counsel representing debtors and creditors, Serratelli, Schiffman, & Brown P.C.
1982 - 2014
Sole Proprietor, Deborah A Hughes Esq
2000 - Present
Middle District Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1992 - Present
American Bankruptcy Board of CertificationBoard Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist
1980 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationBankruptcy Committee,on Corporation Banking and Business Law
1980 - Present
Historic Harrisburg AssociationMember
1979 - Present
Dauphin County Bar AssociationMember
1988 - 1990
Zonta International-Harrisburg-Hershey ChapterPresident
1979 - 1986
Dauphin County Bar AssociationDirector
Successful Confirmation of the Plan in 2014
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Credit issues for single mothers
2013
Bankruptcy and PA Law Examiners
2010
Consumer Bankruptcy
2010
Consumer Bankruptcy
2009
BAPCPA for Accountants
2007
Intersection of Divorce and Bankruptcy
2003
Consumer Bankruptcy Issues
2003
Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy
2002
Take Note Live: Consumer Debt - TV/Radio Simulcast
2002
Case Law Updates
2001
Learning Bankruptcy Practice
2001
Tax Collectors and Bankruptcy Intersection
2001
Updates in Bankruptcy
2000
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy-A Primer
1998
Bankruptcy Case Review
1997
Bankruptcy Updates
1996
New Issues in Divorce and Bankruptcy
1995
Bankruptcy Reform 1994
1995
Divorce and Bankruptcy
1995
Bankruptcy Reform 1995
1994
Debtor/Creditor Issues
1994
PA Insolvency Task force
1994
Significant Bankruptcy Updates
1994
Harrisburg Business and Bankruptcy Issues
1993
Accountants and Bankruptcy Intersect
1993
Consumer Bankruptcy Issues
1992
Impact of Bankruptcy on Central Pennsylvania
1992
Consumer Bankruptcy Issues
1992
The Individual in Bankruptcy: The Chapter 13
1992
Bankruptcy and Divorce
2015
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1997
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1995
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