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The Law Office of Robert I. Masten, Jr., Esq., LLC

Brandywine Executive Center
1521 Concord Pike
Suite 301
Wilmington, DE 19803
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Phone: (302) 504-8320 | Fax: (302) 468-1869
http://www.rmastenlaw.com

Bankruptcy can help you master your debt.

Types of Cases
Firm Focus & History
Practice & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

Delaware

Firm Focus

Consumer Bankruptcy Law - Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Firm History

Robert Masten was the managing associate for the Delaware office of a multi-state consumer bankruptcy firm. In May 2011, Robert opted to leave that firm and establish his own local Delaware practice and is committed to helping Delawareans in need of financial relief to discharge their debts.

Activities and Awards

Member of the Delaware Bar Association

Example Cases

It's difficult to pick two remarkable examples involving consumer bankruptcy. The process is very similar in every case. What varies is whether or not a particular individual qualifies for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or if they have to file a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy will allow a debtor to discharge most, if not all of his/her debts. A Chapter 13 allows a debtor to catch up on a mortgage or car note and possibly repay some other debts. I have been fortunate enough to meet many people from different walks of life. Most people buy into the myth that only the poorest of the poor can file a bankruptcy. In fact, I have helped people with little to no income through bankruptcy as well as people with six-figure incomes.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Clients should be well educated on the issues that they face in any bankruptcy and how those issues can be solved. Just because a client engages an attorney does not mean that they should not participate in their case. Lawyer-client interaction and cooperation is key to a successful bankruptcy.

Are your attorneys willing to review documents prepared by clients?

While bankruptcy is a fairly straight-forward process, it is also a difficult and often times sophisticated process that lay people find difficult to get though by themselves. I do not encourage my clients to prepare their own legal documents. Reviewing and/or revising client drafted documents for the client to use without attorney representation is questionable ethically and is frowned upon by the local legal community. Therefore, the firm will not review, revise, or draft documents for a debtor to use on their own behalf.

Are your attorneys willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

No.

Are your attorneys willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

No.

What are your policies about dividing work among the firm's partners, associates, and paralegals to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

Our firm uses flat fees for bankruptcies in order to keep fees affordable.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Rarely.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

To the extent possible, yes.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

While almost all bankruptcy cases are similar, we believe that every client is different and should receive individualized care. At the Law Office of Robert I. Masten, Jr., Esq., LLC, we are committed to giving every client the amount of attention they feel they deserve while providing excellent bankruptcy services. You will not be just another number to this firm.

Office Manager/Assistant

Yes. Her name is Aimee Parker.

Fax

(302) 468-1869

Office Hours

Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m.; Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Weekends and evenings by appointment.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

None.

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

We offer flat fees for both Chapter 7 & Chapter 13 Bankruptcies. Call for more information.

Hourly Rates

N/A

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes.

Typical Retainer

N/A

Understanding Fees

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