60/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Cobourg, ON: 2026 rankings
5 bankruptcy lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Cobourg: Neal & Mara Barristers and Solicitors, LFR Score 60/100; 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Brown Wallace J Barrister, 8 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 5 ranked after Neal & Mara Barristers and Solicitors; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Cobourg bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.4★ across 5 rated law firms.
Top 5 bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neal & Mara Barristers and Solicitors | 60 | 4.4★ (27) | Oshawa, 56 km away | — | Top score |
| 2 | Brown Wallace J Barrister | 59 | 4.4★ (8) | Quinte West, 49 km away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Shannon Brown, PPLSI Independent Associate: Legal Services & Identity Theft Protection | 59 | 5.0★ (7) | Oshawa, 61 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | FARBER Debt Solutions - Consumer Proposal & Licensed Insolvency Trustee | 57 | 5.0★ (3) | Peterborough, 41 km away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Bosch W J | 56 | 3.4★ (7) | Peterborough, 40 km away | — | — |
All 5 bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Quinte West, 49 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Oshawa, 61 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Peterborough, 41 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#5 Bosch W J
Based in Peterborough, 40 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
How we ranked Cobourg bankruptcy lawyers
We scored 5 Cobourg bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Cobourg data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a bankruptcy lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many bankruptcy law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer, not only staff, will review your forms and go with you to the meeting of creditors.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which chapter fits my situation, and why?
- Which of my property is exempt?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg: frequently asked questions
Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Cobourg?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Cobourg, ON is Neal & Mara Barristers and Solicitors with an LFR Score of 60/100. It has 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews. Brown Wallace J Barrister (#2) and Shannon Brown, PPLSI Independent Associate: Legal Services & Identity Theft Protection (#3) follow. We ranked 5 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
Which bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg work on weekends?
2 of 5 ranked bankruptcy lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Shannon Brown, PPLSI Independent Associate: Legal Services & Identity Theft Protection (#3) and FARBER Debt Solutions - Consumer Proposal & Licensed Insolvency Trustee (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Cobourg bankruptcy lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg is 4.4★, with a median of 7 reviews. Neal & Mara Barristers and Solicitors has the most, 27 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank bankruptcy lawyers?
Each bankruptcy lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do bankruptcy lawyers outside Cobourg count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Cobourg city centre, our service radius for bankruptcy lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can bankruptcy lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg, ON charge?
In Canada, bankruptcies and consumer proposals are filed through a Licensed Insolvency Trustee, whose fees are regulated; lawyers advise on debt, lawsuits and business insolvency. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Who files a bankruptcy in Canada?
A Licensed Insolvency Trustee files bankruptcies and consumer proposals. A lawyer can advise on lawsuits, secured debts and business insolvency around it. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Cobourg, ON ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Cobourg?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Cobourg
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 5 bankruptcy lawyers serving Cobourg.
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