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.
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Allow Our Former Clients to Tell You What Sets Us Apart
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"Class Act"Brant was hired on by me as my bankruptcy lawyer. In the middle of my case, the company he was working with started to do unethical practices that Brant was not ok with. Brant ended up starting up his own firm, but I was stuck with the company he was working with before. When it came time for us to go to court, the firm was not prepared whatsoever for our case and they were lacking tons of info for my case. I was told by them not to contact Brant as he had no control of what was going on with my current case. After we went to court and they weren't prepared, I proceeded to fire them and let them just keep my money. I then reached back out to Brant he he picked up where the case was and shuffled appointments around on his schedule to accommodate our new court date. Brant showed up and was prepared to help us with our case. The case is now closed and it is due to all of the hard work that Brant did for us after the last firm messed everything up. I would recommend Brant for any services that he provides as he is all about his customer service and making sure that his clients are informed and educated through the whole process. He is a class act and takes every case that he works personally as if it were him. If you are ever in need of a great lawyer, just reach out to Brant and he will ensure that you are well taken care of! It was easy for me to give him a 5 star review as his service and communication are 2nd to none. You should have nothing but confidence when you hire Brant Hodyno!- Justin
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"Very understanding"I would recommend Brant Hodyno to anyone. He made the process of filing my bankruptcy easy and quick. He was very understanding and helped me every step of the process.- Tina Gault
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"Brant put my interest ahead of his"Brant put my interest ahead of his. I have been in business for over 50 years and it is rare for anyone to put their potential client's interest above themselves. That is exactly what Brant with Compassionate Counsel did by providing a free 20 minute consultation with me. Even though I qualified, he advised he against filing bankruptcy, and to take different path. Thank you Brant...- David B.
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"Honesty & integrity"My girlfriend found Mr. Hodyno on this same website in order to help me with a gargantuan debt that had accrued from a long-neglected court restitution. I was reluctant to call anybody at first, being that I tend to be pessimistic and skeptical that there is a solution to such situations. She convinced me to call various lawyers and Mr. Hodyno was the only one willing to really even hear out my situation past the point of me explaining my financial limitations and that I can't afford to pay a lawyer. Over the period of a little more than a week we spoke a few times and he explained to me that he could charge me a $200 fee to do the same thing I could just do myself for free by contacting the collections agency and asking a specific question and then getting back to him with their response. Once I did what he had walked me through to do he explained that based on the agency's response he could tell me that sadly there was no recourse for my situation which of course was disappointing, but he also explained that there are plenty of lawyers out there who would have charged me a 200 - plus-dollar fee knowing in advance that there was no easy answer to my situation and thus essentially would have ended up stealing from me and adding at least $200 to my already sizable debt. Thanks to Mr. Hodyno's honesty, integrity, humanity and willingness to talk me through a relatively simple few steps I can now rest in the knowing that the debt is just something I will have to be diligent about and chip away at over time - minus $200! I know it may sound disappointing in that I did not get the ideal outcome, but I genuinely appreciated Mr. Hodyno's guidance and willingness to take the time to be straight with me. Thanks, Brant!- Kevin
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"Thank You Brant"There are many bankruptcy Attorneys in Arizona but few will take the time to make sure the client comes first. Brant is the exception. After much research and conversations with other Attorneys, no one came close to the care and concern showed to me as Mr. Hodyno did. I could not have asked for a better person to handle my case. He personally answers his phone and will answer your questions making sure you, the client feels at ease and in trusted hands. A true professional in every sense of the word. Thank you Brant for all your time and tireless work on my case.- June H
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"Couldn’t Ask for Better"Brant was so helpful throughout the bankruptcy process. He got back to me quickly when I had questions and made sure I knew everything to do. He was always very understanding and kind. Would definitely recommend him!- Mallory
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.