Why contact Jory L. Trease? EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND REPUTATION
Don’t make the mistake of hiring a less experienced Attorney who may lack the necessary knowledge to adequately represent you. It is better to process the case correctly the first time rather than incur substantially higher expenses and mental turmoilto correct problems that are created by hiring a less experienced Attorney.
Experience: Mr. Trease has personally represented Debtors in Bankruptcy in the Stateof Utah for more than twenty-five (25) years. In comparison, to the vast majority of Attorneys whom claim to practice Bankruptcy Law in the District of Utah, use tactics such as combining all of the individual Attorney’s years of experience in an attempt to appear that they have the experience to compete with Mr. Trease.
Knowledge: Mr. Trease is known in the community as “The Bankruptcy Attorney”. Such an identity has come from the length of time he has represented Debtors in Bankruptcy. Because of his longevity, other Bankruptcy practitioners realize that when they have an otherwise unusual situation arise, they will either consult with Mr. Trease, or refer their own Bankruptcy Client to Mr. Trease to resolve the uncommon issue. A significant number of other Bankruptcy lawyers will refuse to handle cases that do not fit into the “easy” category. In those situations, they will normally refer those cases to Mr. Trease so that the client can be adequately represented.
Reputation: Mr. Trease has established a reputation within the legal community thatis widely acknowledged by all who are involved in the industry. He is held in the highest esteem by his colleagues, the Bankruptcy Court, Creditors Counsel, and Trustees assigned to administer Bankruptcy cases within the District of Utah. No one would denythat Mr. Trease aggressively and whole-heartedly represents his clients to the fullest extent of the law.
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Consumer Bankruptcy
- Small Business Bankruptcy; Bankruptcy Litigation (Adversary Proceedings, etc.)
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (debt elimination)
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (Consolidation/ Wage Earner Plans / Adjustment of Debts)
- Bankruptcy Appellate Litigation
- Lien Stripping/Removal of Multiple Mortgages
- Foreclosure Prevention
- Preventing Garnishments
- Avoiding Repossession of Property
- Stop Creditor Harassment and collection efforts (telephone calls, letters, etc.)
- Stop Lawsuits/Judgments
- Erase Credit Card Debt
- Address Income Tax issues
- Release liability for poor investments in real estate (rental property, timeshares, etc.)
- Erase Deficiencies (prior repossessions and foreclosures)
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Enforce all Protections Afforded under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code
If you or a loved one needs the help of an experienced Salt Lake City, Utah Banruptcy lawyer, call Jory Trease today at 801-882-7700, or complete the contact form provided on this site to arrange your free initial consultation.
Professional Profile
The Law Office of Jory L. Trease is devoted to representing Debtors in Bankruptcy within the jurisdiction of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Utah. Mr. Trease will consult with anyone located within the physical boundaries of the State of Utah regarding the Bankruptcy options available to them based upon their specific set of circumstances. He enters appearances in every location which the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Utah conducts hearings.
Jory L. Trease, Esq.
254 West 400 South, Suite 303
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801-882-7700
Hours: M-F, 8:00AM-5:00PM
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Jory L. Trease, Esq.
Jory L. Trease is an Attorney with Jory L. Trease, ESQ., Inc. His practice is almost exclusively devoted to bankruptcy representation within the State of Utah, primarily assisting Debtors in bankruptcy, in all phases and Chapters of the United States Bankruptcy Code.
Mr. Trease graduated from the University of Utah in 1983 with a B.S. in psychology, and a minor in Family and Consumer Studies. He received his Juris Doctorate degree in 1986 from Pepperdine University School of Law, Malibu, California.
Mr. Trease is an active member of the Utah State Bar Association, authorized to practice in all Courts, State and Federal, within the State of Utah; as well as being admitted to practice before the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
His practice focuses on Petitions under Chapter 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code, Adversary Proceedings (including all phases of litigation), and associated Appellate work before the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, and the 10th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel. Mr. Trease has been a member of the Board of Trustees for the Utah Bankruptcy Lawyers Forum since 2000, and held the position of President for the organization between 2003 and 2006.
Mr. Trease is legally recognized as “The Bankruptcy Attorney” in the State of Utah; and his reputation, knowledge, and experience, sustain such a moniker. It is not unusual for other Bankruptcy practitioners within the State of Utah to seek the advice of Mr. Trease regarding their respective cases; and he regularly confers with such attorneys to assure quality representation is provided to all who seek protection under th U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the District of Utah. No other legal professional within the District of Utah is considered to have greater qualification to represent Debtors in Bankruptcy than Mr. Trease; and he takes this distinction very seriously.
Mr. Trease strives to guarantee that the rights of consumers in general are protected under the provisions of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and other federally mandated consumer legislation. To assist in this regard, he has eagerly devoted his time and efforts to the Debtor’s Counseling Clinic which is a program sponsored by the Utah State Bar Association, Utah Legal Services, and the Pro Bono Initiative of the S.J. Quinney College of Law. In addition to contributing his time in counseling members of the public who attend the clinic, he has been instrumental in providing the training to the law students and others who govern the program.
Additionally, Mr. Trease also represents individuals and business entities under the more complex provisions of Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code; and has experience in representing some of the few farmers and ranchers in the District of Utah that have sought protection under the Chapter 12 “Family Farmer” portions of the Bankruptcy Code.
Mr. Trease is a frequent lecturer and presenter to various groups and organizations regarding the practice of Bankruptcy law in the State of Utah. In the recent past, he has participated in presentations at Utah State Bar Association conferences, religious congregations, and various other gatherings by legal foundations and consumer oriented organizations.
During the hours beyond Mr. Trease’s customary 50 hour work weeks, he enjoys eating; sleeping; spending time with his wife, son, and their Labradoodle; scuba diving; and, traveling in general.
Janci M. Lawes
Janci M. Lawes is an Attorney with Jory L. Trease, ESQ., Inc. Her practice is almost exclusively devoted to bankruptcy representation within the State of Utah. She has previously been employed by the Chapter 13 Trustee in the District of Utah as a staff attorney. Such experience has provided her with a unique knowledge and insight into the standards and policies that govern the effective procedures that are necessary to successfully conclude consumer Bankruptcy cases on behalf of Debtors in Bankruptcy in the State of Utah.
Verdicts & Settlements
Mr. Trease has been instrumental in the establishment of various elements of current applicable legal standards within the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Utah through litigation of several key cases which have resulted in legal opinions from the judiciary, both locally and regionally through the 10th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel. The legal practice associated with Bankruptcy law is a complex and continually changing area, and Mr. Trease remains active in the representation of Debtors in Bankruptcy to assure that their rights are effectively protected.
If you or a loved one needs the help of an experienced Salt Lake City, Utah Bankruptcy lawyer, call Jory Trease today at 801-882-7700, or complete the contact form provided on this site to arrange your free initial consultation.
Jory L. Trease, Esq.
254 West 400 South, Suite 303
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801-882-7700
Hours: M-F, 8:00AM-5:00PM