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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Client Testimonials
Allow Our Former Clients to Tell You What Sets Us Apart
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"Great experience"I spoke in person with Brant Hodyno, he was personal, attentive non-judgemental, and above all very honest and yet kind, which was exactly what I need it
He told me that there was really not much he could do in my case due to my specific circumstances, but he gave me free advice about how to handle it, I follow it and the result was positive. Thank you very much you help me to save my house, God bless you Mr. Hodyno.- Marco -
"He's a really cool human being and I'm glad that there are lawyers out there like him!"Looking into this kind of thing is really stressful and confusing but Brant totally took that all away. He took time out of his day to answer my questions, give me some tools and was super transparent about the process. He's a really cool human being and I'm glad that there are lawyers out there like him! Thanks again!- Anatta V.
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"One of the nicest people I've ever met"Brant is one of the nicest and most helpful people I've ever met. I was homeless, living at a veterans shelter when we met at a veterans' "Stand Down" in Glendale, AZ. The reason for my struggles were a judgement that me and my wife couldn't afford to pay off and due to it we lost our driver's license and eventually my job as a heavy transport driver. Brant offer me and my family his services at no-cost (pro bono). At the time we were going to file for bankruptcy but after getting re-employed we decided to try and pay the judgement off. Thanks to Brant's status as an attorney and good negotiating skills we settle for less that we owed. Me and my family couldn't thank you enough, Brant. Thank You!!- Juan Guerra
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"Honesty & loyalty are key to success"Called Brant and let me say first of all you never usually get to talk to a lawyer their usually buffers like case managers in between. He answered the phone and that is a great start. He did everything he said he would do and was on it in a timely matter ( super fast). Give him a call he is an outstanding Lawyer. Thank you, Brant.- Mike
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"Erased all my fears"
I had called several Attorneys before I located Brant to help me though my bankruptcy. Of all the Attorneys I spoke with all wanted to charge more money and it seemed to be their primary concern, not me as a client.
This was not the case with Brant. His concern was helping his client. I was afraid of the process but Brant literally held my hand throughout the entire process erasing all my fears.
It did not have to be as difficult as I had feared as I found out after the process was over. I credit this to Brant's patience with my many calls to him and his kindness in taking the time to listen.
If you need to file bankruptcy just save yourself all the stress and most likely some money and put your case in the hands of a true professional.
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"Skill & integrity"After careful consideration and a couple of years of struggle, we made the decision to contact an attorney to weigh the pros/cons of filing for a Chapter 7. We were very hesitant about the idea of filing for bankruptcy and totally dreading the whole process. I chose to contact Brant based on various reviews and his informative website. His fees are reasonable & from the time I contacted his office to picking up my final paperwork, Brant was great. He made himself available to us by phone, email, and in person through the entire process and was always very quick to get back to me. He was professional but also appropriately frank and forthright. He prepared us for possible difficult turns but assured us he would do everything he could to get us through with a Chapter 7 - and he did. He prepared us for the 341 meeting, calming our nerves and concerns with helpful information and encouragement. If you are trying to decide what you need to do and don't know where to turn, call Brant Hodyno. He will answer your questions honestly and will handle your case with skill and integrity.- Carol & Doug
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.