Thanks Joe! Aided and advised us with our CH 13 Bk…read more Responsive and friendly. We agree with all the 5-star reviews.

I had a great experience with Joseph representing me in ch. 7 bankruptcy. His presence was…read morecomforting and informative at every turn. He even helped me sort out my finances to best represent my situation as a recently self employed person. He is very friendly and easy to talk to, about business and regular day to day life- his friendliness comes at no cost to his professionalism! His rates are very competitive and a bargain considering how you might be treated working with a large firm. Couldn't recommend more.

Very helpful and thorough. Robert is very generous with his…read moretime, and easy to talk to.

Atty. Honig is a true professional! He is knowledgeable, understanding and exceeded my…read moreexpectations. He is always available, even after the filing. He told me I was free to contact him in the future with any questions because the fee that I paid covered it. He made a very difficult process so much better. I will always be grateful to him.

I have used Alan Naggatz for several legal matters. My first experience was with a personal injury…read morecase. The driver was uninsured leaving me no choice but to file my medical claims with my insurance, State Farm offered several menial offers which wouldn't even cover my medical bills, Alan gave me the choice to accept the offer or move forward with a Jury Trial. After a 3 day Jury Trial the jury came back with a verdict exceeding my policy limit without Alan I never would have gotten the outcome I received. I have since used him for other small matters which all had favorable outcomes. I would used him again and recommend him to others.

From the owner: For all of your legal needs, get in touch with Alan D. Naggatz Attorney at Law. He is the head of…read morethis locally owned and operated firm since 1975.

Spoke with attorney, Seth and must write to say that he is as honest as an attorney gets. His…read moreadvice was thorough and answered questions/concerns we had including a general idea of the costs we may incur. I would DEFINITELY look him up in the future and would highly recommend for others.

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I contacted Attorney Leibowitz for an old unresolved matter that wasn't handled properly by a…read moreprevious attorney. I compiled a list of attorneys from the Chicago magazine Super Attorney list and every attorney I called either didn't respond or told me that they didn't want to get involved with my matter. I was beginning to lose hope going through the list but he called me back and the first thing I noticed is how friendly and down to earth he was. He patiently allowed me to tell my story and he was the only attorney that said he could help me. After he told me his strategy I agreed and from that day Attorney Leibowitz worked very hard on my matter and kept me in the loop on all his moves. Another thing I noticed in his methods was his professionalism and character. His manner on communicating with parties while advocating for me was really a class act. Along the way there more than a few road blocks that came up and he would fervently deal with each one while simultaneously putting me at ease. At one point things were dragging on from the other end and I was losing hope and he reassured me and worked his magic and my matter was resolved even better than I even expected. I highly recommend Attorney Leibowitz for anyone seeking a knowledgeable, professional, class act lawyer that will vigorously advocate for them.

Navigating bankruptcy was a very stressful and challenging situation for me. From the first…read moreconsultation, David Leibowitz made me feel at ease. He was professional, efficient and very organized. He listened to my situation without judgment, patiently explaining all of my options in simple, easy-to-understand terms. He was always available to answer any questions I had and kept me informed at every stage of the process. Thanks to his expertise and honest guidance, my case was discharged without any issues. I am grateful for his compassion and expertise. I would highly recommend him to anyone in a difficult financial situation.

I called to confirm my 3:00 PM appointment and was told it was scheduled for 2:30 PM instead. When…read moreI explained that I wouldn't be able to get there until 2:45 PM and asked if they had a 3:00 PM opening, the person on the phone said no. She immediately tried to rush me off the phone while I was still trying to ask questions. When I politely told her I would look for another firm since she was rushing me, she rudely snapped back, 'I'm not rushing you, obviously you don't know how to schedule your calendar.' She was extremely rude, unprofessional, and showed zero empathy. Look elsewhere for legal help.

I can't say enough from my first interview with Rae Kaplan to all the updates and questions I had…read morefor the staff. The staff was wonderful to work with. I was a single mom who put parent plus loans for 91,000 so my son could start his education. With interest added to that it was 144,000. My final payback was a quarter of that amount. Thank for advertising on the radio. I heard Rae on WGN, called and God had you pick up. I work at a non-profit hospital which helped me to make the payment affordable and workable. I could have never imagined this blessing. Thank you everyone who has touched this case with your knowledge and willingness to help others who just need to be shown the light at the end of the tunnel. Rae Kaplan, God Bless you for all the hard work that your staff and you do. Thank you very much. Susan Ric

I've sent 7 folks to Kaplan after Rae got rid of my loans. 7 people she additionally wiped out…read moreloans for. $1.5M gone. Everyone is so happy and I'm glad Kaplan could help more than just me! The team is incredible. Thank you Kaplan!

Help me get a carry permit when I was denied. I always call Doug and he always does his best to…read morehelp me. I recommend him 110 %. I am a senior and he is not like other young people he has a great heart and understands that I am older and need to be given respect and service expected of an earlier day. Doug Bernacchi is a small town lawyer for the ages. He has helped me and I know many others who he has worked for who feel the same way.

I retained Peter Francis Geraci for my Chapter 13 bankruptcy in February 2023 and paid…read moreapproximately $4,000 for representation. Unfortunately, my experience with the Merrillville office has been consistently frustrating, disorganized, and unprofessional. My primary concerns include: 1. Repeated inaccurate and conflicting information Throughout my case, I was regularly given different answers depending on who I spoke with. Staff members frequently contradicted each other regarding important matters, including selling my home during bankruptcy, required documentation, motion fees, timelines, and payoff expectations. For example, when I asked about selling my home, Supervisor Rodney Greer informed me the approval process would take approximately 45 days and that certain motion fees would be deducted from proceeds after closing. Later, I was unexpectedly told I owed a $199 fee upfront, which directly contradicted prior information. Only after I challenged this inconsistency was the fee waived. I was also told by Rodney Greer in October 2025 that after selling my home, I would likely have enough funds to pay off my bankruptcy and receive remaining proceeds. Later, Lavita Ball informed me that I may not have enough funds to pay off the bankruptcy at all and might still be required to complete the full 60-month plan. This type of conflicting guidance created unnecessary confusion and anxiety. 2. Poor communication and lack of responsiveness It was extremely difficult to get clear answers or timely callbacks. Calls often went unanswered, messages were delayed, and I repeatedly had to physically visit the office just to get basic information. At one point, I went into the office simply to ask where to submit sale documents, and staff provided me with an incorrect email address, which delayed my transaction. Additional required documents were later requested only after I followed up myself, causing even more delays. 3. Unprofessional staff conduct Several staff interactions were highly inappropriate and unprofessional. During one meeting, a staff member responded to my financial concerns by asking, "Who don't you like? Who are you beefing with that you don't want to pay?" This comment was inappropriate, irrelevant, and unprofessional in a legal setting. On another occasion, when I called with questions regarding a court notice, staff member Camille asked me unrelated questions that had nothing to do with my case and appeared unable to explain basic legal documents or next steps. When I requested someone knowledgeable, I was either placed on hold indefinitely or given incomplete information. It was concerning to repeatedly interact with front office staff who did not appear knowledgeable enough to explain common bankruptcy procedures, court notices, or objections accurately. 4. Errors and delays during home sale process The sale of my home while in Chapter 13 was mishandled from start to finish. There were clerical errors in filings that caused objections and hearing delays, pushing back my approval timeline and putting my buyer at risk. My buyer's locked interest rate was close to expiring due to these delays, creating significant emotional distress and financial uncertainty. Even after my home closed on February 6, 2026, additional issues continued. My mortgage servicer later contacted me stating the payoff was short by $302.52, indicating funds were not properly disbursed. Despite notifying the office multiple times, I was repeatedly passed around without clear answers or resolution. 5. Difficulty accessing management Whenever I requested to speak with a supervisor, I was often told they were unavailable or given excuses as to why I could not meet with them. As a paying client dealing with major legal and financial matters, I should have had reasonable access to supervisory staff when concerns escalated. Resolution requested: I am filing this complaint to document the repeated misinformation, lack of communication, clerical mistakes, and unprofessional conduct I experienced at the Merrillville office. Bankruptcy is already an extremely stressful and vulnerable process. Clients deserve accurate information, competent staff, professionalism, and timely communication. My experience with Peter Francis Geraci, specifically the Merrillville office and staff including Rodney Greer, Camille, and others involved in my case, did not meet those expectations. I hope this complaint prompts review of staff training, communication practices, and case management procedures to prevent other clients from experiencing similar issues.

I would like to just say thank you for all you have done for me at Geraci Law everyone there has…read morebeen so kind and thoughtful I'm forever great full and to my Attorney Mario M Arreola J.D. thanks Brother!!!

This law center is closed for all intentional purposes. The building is basically empty with the…read moreexception of a few dead office plants, layers of dirt and dust, filthy windows, and absolutely no personnel, ever. Phone goes to endless voicemail, return calls never come. Look for legal help elsewhere.

Mr. Deppe goes above and beyond. He cares. He is family after he fought for my daughter. Hire him…read more You will have a friend.