65/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 488 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Richmond, IN: 2026 rankings
46 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 Richmond: Peter Francis Geraci Law L.L.C., LFR Score 65/100; 4.9★ from 488 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 2 PM.
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Most-reviewed: Richard West Law Office, 558 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 46 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
46 Richmond bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 46 rated law firms.
Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Richmond 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 | Peter Francis Geraci Law L.L.C. | 65 | 4.9★ (488) | Muncie, 38 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | Richard West Law Office | 63 | 4.9★ (558) | Dayton, 37 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Fesenmyer Law Offices, LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (148) | Dayton, 37 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Barr, Jones & Associates LLP | 61 | 4.9★ (218) | Dayton, 37 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Bethany D. Walters - Attorney at Law | 61 | 5.0★ (20) | Ashland, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Andrade Law Office LLC | 61 | 4.9★ (73) | Middletown, 36 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Parker Law LLC, Craig C. Parker - Attorney | 61 | 4.1★ (23) | Richmond | — | — |
| 8 | Minnillo Law Group Co., LPA | 60 | 4.9★ (109) | Fairfield, 38 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Thompson Law Office | 60 | 4.4★ (50) | Connersville, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Cope Law Offices, LLC | 59 | 4.9★ (65) | Dayton, 37 mi away | — | — |
All 46 bankruptcy lawyers in Richmond, 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 Dayton, 37 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 558 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Dayton, 37 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Dayton, 37 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 218 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ashland, 30 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 36 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Fairfield, 38 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Connersville, 17 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Dayton, 37 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Muncie, 36 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#12 Harry B. Zornow
Based in Hamilton, 32 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Castle, 15 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Muncie, 37 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Greenville, 23 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#16 Hurley Law, LLC
Based in Middletown, 36 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 36 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#18 R. Dean Snyder
Based in Fairfield, 38 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springboro, 40 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#20 Coate Law
Based in Clayton, 31 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#21 Andrew Venters
Based in Troy, 39 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ 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 Clayton, 38 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 37 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 39 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springboro, 40 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 46 bankruptcy lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Turner Law Office, LLC | 56 | 3.5★ (4) | 31 mi |
| 27 | Baver & Liles Co. L.P.A | 56 | 4.6★ (16) | 35 mi |
| 28 | Ferris Law Office | 56 | 4.6★ (16) | 35 mi |
| 29 | Badnell & Dick Co., LPA - Dayton Office | 55 | 5.0★ (14) | 37 mi |
| 30 | Shew & Dixon Law Office | 55 | 4.0★ (23) | 34 mi |
| 31 | Butsch Law Office | 55 | 3.0★ (4) | 19 mi |
| 32 | Rebecca Barthelemy-Smith Attorney at Law | 55 | 3.9★ (40) | 37 mi |
| 33 | Welch & Company Attorneys At Law | 55 | 4.1★ (17) | 36 mi |
| 34 | Eileen Field Law Offices LLC | 55 | 5.0★ (9) | 36 mi |
| 35 | Richard West Law Office | 55 | 5.0★ (9) | 36 mi |
| 36 | Quirk & Hunter | 54 | 3.7★ (56) | 36 mi |
| 37 | Matthew N Miller, LLC | 54 | 4.0★ (9) | 35 mi |
| 38 | Richard West Law Office | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | 37 mi |
| 39 | The Law Offices of Ira H. Thomsen | 54 | 4.0★ (12) | 40 mi |
| 40 | Randal A. Harvey Company LPA | 54 | 4.5★ (8) | 39 mi |
| 41 | Cope Law Offices, LLC | 53 | 4.5★ (6) | 38 mi |
| 42 | Ronald K Smith | 53 | 3.8★ (8) | 37 mi |
| 43 | Wayne P Novick Attorney At Law | 53 | 4.3★ (6) | 39 mi |
| 44 | Richard West Law Office | 53 | 3.8★ (11) | 40 mi |
| 45 | Wesner, Miller & Luring Co., LPA. | 52 | 5.0★ (3) | 39 mi |
| 46 | David E Stenson & Associates | 52 | 2.6★ (5) | 37 mi |
Also serving Richmond
19 more bankruptcy lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold Law Office | 3.1★ (41) | In Richmond |
| Boston Bever Forrest Cross & Sickmann | 4.7★ (18) | In Richmond |
| Craig, Kelley and Faultless LLC | 4.9★ (42) | In Richmond |
| Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz: Richmond Personal Injury Lawyer | 3.8★ (8) | In Richmond |
| Federico Law Office, Bankruptcy Attorney | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Godbey Law | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
| Guzman Advocates | 32 mi | |
| Jacoby & Meyers-Bankruptcy Llp | 37 mi | |
| Jordan Law, LLC | 4.7★ (90) | In Richmond |
| Law Office of Michael Weller | 5.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| Law Office of William O. Cass, Jr. | 1.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| Mitch Pippin Atty At Law | 3.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Owen Legal Services LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 38 mi |
| Scott A Kramer Law Office | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Statman, Harris & Eyrich, LLC | 37 mi | |
| Steiden Law Offices | 40 mi | |
| Tax Workout Group | 37 mi | |
| The Law Offices of Wayne Greeson PC | 2.7★ (7) | In Richmond |
| Thompson Law Office- Social Security & Disability Attorney Richmond Indiana | 5.0★ (4) | In Richmond |
How we ranked Richmond bankruptcy lawyers
We scored 46 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond: frequently asked questions
Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Richmond?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Richmond, IN is Peter Francis Geraci Law L.L.C. with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 4.9★ from 488 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Richard West Law Office (#2) and Fesenmyer Law Offices, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 46 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many bankruptcy lawyers are there in Richmond?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 46 bankruptcy lawyers serving Richmond, IN. 1 of them is based in Richmond; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 19 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which bankruptcy lawyers in Richmond work on weekends?
5 of 46 ranked bankruptcy lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Peter Francis Geraci Law L.L.C. (#1), Fesenmyer Law Offices, LLC (#3) and Bethany D. Walters - Attorney at Law (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Richmond bankruptcy lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 46 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Richmond is 4.6★, with a median of 22 reviews. Richard West Law Office has the most, 558 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Richmond count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Richmond city center, 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 Richmond, IN charge?
Consumer bankruptcy lawyers usually charge a flat fee for Chapter 7; Chapter 13 fees are often paid partly through the repayment plan and are reviewed by the court. Under federal law they must give you written disclosures and a written contract (11 U.S.C. §§526–528). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $481 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?
Chapter 7 sells non-exempt property to pay creditors and usually ends in a few months; Chapter 13 keeps your property under a three- to five-year repayment plan. Income and assets decide which you can use. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Richmond, IN 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 Richmond?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Richmond
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 46 bankruptcy lawyers serving Richmond.
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