Stuart Gavzy
About
Stuart Gavzy, Of Counsel at Compassionate Counsel, brings over 30 years of specialized experience in bankruptcy law. Since 1991, Stuart has dedicated his practice to helping individuals and small businesses find relief through Chapters 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy. Known for his patient and compassionate approach, Stuart understands the challenges his clients face and is committed to guiding them through each step with empathy and expertise.
Bankruptcy Experience
Stuart’s extensive background in bankruptcy includes representing debtors and acting as a Chapter 7 and 11 Trustee, as well as a liquidating trustee in complex Chapter 11 cases. Since 1998, he has focused exclusively on bankruptcy and insolvency, assisting clients with a range of financial difficulties and working as an Assignee for the Benefit of Creditors in numerous cases. Before joining private practice, Stuart served as Assistant U.S. Trustee for New Jersey, where he oversaw bankruptcy filings and managed case administration—a role that gave him a comprehensive understanding of bankruptcy processes from all sides.
Professional and Community Involvement
Stuart is a member of the Arizona Consumer Bankruptcy Counsel. Previously, Stuart served on the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Character and actively contributes to the New Jersey bankruptcy community, including the Local Rules Revision and Lawyers Advisory Committees. He has also led seminars on bankruptcy law and has taught legal studies courses as an adjunct faculty member at Fairleigh Dickinson University and Montclair State College.
Education and Publications
Stuart holds a J.D. from Rutgers Law School and an M.B.A. from New York University. A published author on topics in bankruptcy law and legal technology, he has contributed to the *New Jersey Bankruptcy Manual*, among other publications. His articles and lectures reflect his dedication to making legal services more efficient and accessible for clients and colleagues alike.
At Compassionate Counsel, Stuart Gavzy is here to provide the knowledgeable and supportive guidance clients need to regain financial stability and move forward with confidence.
Let's discuss how we can help you move forward. Call (623) 294-5705 or contact us online. Attorney response time is less than one hour.
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Allow Our Former Clients to Tell You What Sets Us Apart
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"Brant and Kris have changed my life and I am forever grateful."
Brant Hodyno and Kristopher Childers of Compassionate Counsel Legal Services have done a detailed and thorough job of helping me through a serious legal minefield. Without getting too specific about my personal situation, I want to encourage anyone needing personal or professional legal guidance and representation to contact them and share their story.
Sometimes the complexity of a situation, legal or otherwise, requires that you need to talk to a law professional who can dissect the problem at hand and give you the overall solution in bites that can be digested. Often times a legal problem has so many layers of nuance and detail that the strategy can only be laid as the research of the problem develops. The average person can dwell on a legal problem to the point of paralysis and still not know the answer. This can be devastating to your emotional well-being.
Part A of a comprehensive solution is explaining the law to you as a client. Advising you what you face, and how it can be dealt with in language you can understand, reviewing the alternatives and exploring the options, and doing the routine, tedious research to set a course that will guide you through troubled legal waters is a daunting task. You will know what you can expect with Compassionate Counsel.
Finding a professional law firm that can follow through and actually deliver on their promises and stay the course can be the Part B that often eludes us. When you are lucky enough to find legal representation who can do both, pay the retainer and let them go to work.
Legal problems need to STAY SOLVED. This can often be the tricky Part C. A good attorney will anticipate this "end game" and create a solution in advance that solves the problem AND keeps it solved. Without a three-part solution, you may find yourself fighting the same problem three years down the road.
Brant & Kris told me what my problem was; how they would battle it; what their strategy would be and what to expect in time, cost, and energy expended. I could not be happier with the results. They have changed my life and I am forever grateful. I would recommend Compassionate Counsel to anyone facing a legal challenge!
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"Thank you very much"I contacted Mr. Hodyno via a personal recommendation; he aided me in finding help to solve a financial issue. He found me an attorney that was not only very close to my place of residence and business, but, in a profession that isn't necessarily known for its amenability and personal, human connection, Mr. Hodyno and the lawyer to whom he referred me were both very good people as well as consummate professionals. Thank you very much for your help!- Greg Keras
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"Very Satisfied"
I had 2 credit card debts that had been weighing on my mind for nearly 10 years.
I received a Summons for the first Debt several months ago. I did not have an attorney at that time, so I knew I needed to find one soon. I asked friends and family how to do this. I finally found Brant's Office through the internet. I set up an appointment, when I was told who I would be meeting with I checked his qualifications with Avvo and the State.
We met in his office. We contacted the first attorney and arrived at a settlement, by phone during that meeting.
The second summons arrived a couple of weeks ago. I mailed Brant a copy. We talked this week. He negotiated a settlement with the other party.
I am very satisfied with Brant's handling of these situations.
I am happy and would recommend Brant to my friends and family.
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"Clear & Concise"I met with Mr. Brant Edward Hodyno to discuss a very timely legal situation that other lawyers were unable to handle for me. Mr. Hodyno listened carefully and reviewed my options, clearly and concisely. He took the time to make a direct, related call while I was there and assured me that I could relax and that he would have the situation handled in the morning. The next morning he called and told me that the situation was handled and over.
I have been dealing with this situation for a long time and Mr. Brant Hodyno was able to understand my personal anxiety and end the stress in 24 hours! He was professional, articulate, and a pleasure to call my lawyer.- Michelle -
"Very supportive & professional"
We were in uncharted territory and needed an attorney to navigate a time sensitive issue. We tried to contact several law offices, the most personable and professional was Brant Hodyno. He gave us candid, practical advice on how to proceed.
We highly recommend Brant Hodyno for his supportive counsel and the quick and positive resolution of our issues.
- Wayne Smith -
"Prompt, thorough, honest"I hired Brant to help me fight a mistake on my credit report. Dealing with a creditor had been terrible to this point and I was at a dead end. Brant was empathetic during our phone call, but made it a point to manage my expectations. In the end, we weren't able to get the creditor to change the language, but Brant was able to get me a full record of my payments from the creditor to support my dispute (which were not being released to me, neither before nor since!) He was prompt, thorough, and honest. Sometimes you just need an attorney to turn to for solid advice, someone to actually help you. I recommend Brant Hodyno.- Paul O.
Why Choose Compassionate Counsel?
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Changing the Perception of Attorneys Along the Way
Compassionate, honest, and loyal are probably not the three values that come to mind when you think of a typical attorney. We defy all stereotypes.
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Providing Customized Solutions with Flexible Pricing
Just like our tailor-made strategies, our prices are flexible to fit your unique needs. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to fees.
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Creating Personal Relationships to Last a Lifetime
We take the time to truly get to know our clients because we care about you. We’ll treat you like an individual, not just another case number.