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John Simonian

John Simonian

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  • Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense
  • Massachusetts, Rhode Island
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Paul J. Ferns
Paul J. Ferns November 5, 2018
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
John Simonian is an experienced and skilled attorney. He is compassionate and understanding of his client's struggles and he has to tools to help. If a person needs to investigate if bankruptcy can help with their situation he is a very good choice.
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Attorney John Simonian, for 27 years, has helped hundreds of Rhode Islanders get on solid financial ground by representing them in Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies. He has also successfully represented many clients do mortgage modifications and significantly reduce their monthly mortgage payments.

The Law Office of John Simonian has one of the highest client satisfaction ratings of any bankruptcy lawyer in the state. He is a longstanding member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and served as member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives from District 27 in eastern Cranston, from 1991-2003.

As a legislator he was Deputy Majority Leader, Chairman of the Commission on Criminal Justice, and Chairman of the Committee on Accounts and Claims. Attorney Simonian also successfully enacted legislation in the State of Rhode Island to permit people who file for bankruptcy to protect more of their possessions from being taken from them. Before the legislation he helped enact, there were no state protections for automobiles, jewelry, furniture, and other valuable possessions.

Practice Areas
Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Foreclosure Defense
Video Conferencing
  • FaceTime
  • Zoom
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Massachusetts
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Rhode Island
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1st Circuit
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
member
Rhode Island House of Representatives
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Education
University of Rhode Island
B.A.
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Boston University School of Law
J.D. (1992)
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Awards
Client Champion Gold
Martindale-Hubbell
Superb
Avvo
Received top award given to attorneys.
Honor Roll
Rhode Island Bar Association
Foreclosure Prevention Project
Honor Roll
Rhode Island Bar Association
Volunteer Lawyer Program
Professional Associations
United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Rhode Island
Member, Pro Bono Legal Clinic
- Current
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Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
- Current
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R.I. Association of Retired Legislators
Lifetime Member
- Current
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National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
member
- Current
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Rhode Island State Bar
Member
- Current
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Rhode Island Bar Association  # 4694
Member
- Current
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Attorney Advisory Committee of U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Rhode Island
member
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Rhode Island House of Representatives
member
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Activities: Chairman, Committee on Accounts and Claims Deputy Majority Leader Chairman, Commission on Criminal Justice Member, Joint Committee on Veterans Affairs
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Publications
Articles & Publications
How To Save Your House By Filing Bankruptcy
blog post
Should You Modify Your Mortgage Before Or After Divorce?
blog post
The Three Most Commonly Forgiven Debts In Bankruptcy
blog post
Two Reasons Why You Can’t Afford NOT To Modify Your Mortgage
blog post
What Are The Typical Costs To File Bankruptcy?
blog post
Will A Modification Of My Mortgage Be A Full Repayment Of My Loan, Or Just The Value?
blog post
Three Things You Should Do After You File Bankruptcy
self published blog post
BANKRUPTCY FILING CANNOT BE USED AGAINST A PERSON APPLYING FOR A STUDENT LOAN
blog post
Debts Forgiven by Credit Card Companies Can Cost You More Than You Think
blog post
DISCRIMINATION AGAINST A BANKRUPTCY FILER IS ILLEGAL
blog post
Your Rights Protecting You from Debt Collectors
blog post
Speaking Engagements
A Consumer Bankruptcy Boot Camp with the Experts, R.I. Bar Association Continuing Legal Education, Cranston, R.I.
Rhode Island Bar Association
Member of a panel of local attorney, and retired U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Arthur Votolato, presenting a two day intensive course for beginning practitioners in bankruptcy law.
Ins and Outs of Reverse Mortgages, Lincoln, R.I.
Lincoln, R.I. Department of Senior Services
Speaking presentation to Lincoln Senior Center members about reverse mortgages.
Websites & Blogs
Website
RI Bankruptcy Lawyer
Blog
RI Bankruptcy Blog
Contact & Map
John Simonian Attorney at Law
474 Broadway
Pawtucket, RI 02860
US
Telephone: (401) 941-4800
Fax: (401) 785-8313
Monday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: 8 AM - 2 PM (Today)
Sunday: Closed