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Charles E. Covey
Charles E. Covey, Attorney at Law
416 Main Street
Suite 700
Peoria, IL 61602
Phone: (309) 740-0392 | Fax: (309) 674-8149
http://www.peoriabankruptcylaw.com
Over 30 years of consumer bankruptcy experience.
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
All types of consumer and small business bankruptcies.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Collections & Repossessions
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Chapter 11
- Business Bankruptcy
- Creditor Harassment
- Family Farmer Bankruptcy Chapter 12
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
IL, Nov 1978
Bar Number: 3122275
Other Court Admissions
Illinois State Courts and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois.
Association Memberships
Peoria Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on Bankruptcy Law and Ethics.
Example Cases
I recently persuaded the bankruptcy judge in our area that social security income is never used to pay creditors in Chapter 13 cases.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Valparaiso University
City:
Valparaiso
State:
IN
Year:
1978
Focus and Accomplishments:
Top grade in Evidence and Uniform Commercial Code, Secured Transactions.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
University of Illinois
City:
Champaign-Urbana
State:
IL
Year:
1975
Honors:
Phi Beta Kappa
Focus and Accomplishments:
Double major in Finance and Psychology.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Illinois
Firm Focus and History
I handle only bankruptcy law cases, and all are handled by me personally.
My firm was established in 1994, when I left another firm and started my own practice.
Previous Employment Summary
Barash and Stoerzbach, P.C., Galesburg IL 1978 to 1983.
Covey and Litterst, P.C., Peoria IL 1983 to 1994.
Activities and Awards
I serve as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of Illinois.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is very helpful if clients use the internet to learn about bankruptcy issues.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I don't do this. I carefully prepare documents and then review them with my clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
None.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I grew up in a family of attorneys. I personally am a fourth generation attorney and have always been interested in the law.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Over 30 years of personally handling thousands of bankruptcy cases.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
My father is a retired federal bankruptcy judge, my great-grandfather practiced bankruptcy law in Peoria, Illinois for over 60 years, and I never really considered any other area of practice.
What do you like best about your career?
Helping people with financial problems turn around their lives.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me. I have a paralegal who has worked with me since 1994 who possesses a wealth of knowledge about bankruptcy issues.
What are your strengths and style?
My strength and style is to be attentive to detail, respectful of my clients, and a "straight shooter."
Personal Interests:
History and Philosophy.
Office Manager/Assistant
Shelley R. Probyn
Fax
(309) 674-8149
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
My fees are fixed on a case by case basis. Potential clients should call me at (309) 674-8125 for details.
Hourly Rates
$200.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes. 30 minutes.
Typical Retainer
No.
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