Attorney Schwartz started practicing law in 1992 and opened his own firm in 2005. For over 22 years, his focus has been on bankruptcy law. Our mission is to build relationships with our clients. We offer sound legal counsel during a difficult time in your financial life. Michael Schwartz, a seasoned bankruptcy attorney based in Bucks County, PA, specializes in guiding individuals through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. With over 30 years in the legal profession and more than two decades focusing on bankruptcy law, he brings a wealth of expertise to his practice. Since 2001, Michael has been dedicated exclusively to bankruptcy law, serving clients across the Philadelphia area, including Bucks, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. Graduating with a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Rutgers University in 1989, Michael Schwartz later earned his Juris Doctor from Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, DE, in 1992. He is admitted to practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 1992. Beyond his bankruptcy law practice, Michael Schwartz is actively involved as a mediator on divorce panels, leveraging his financial acumen. His commitment to client relationships is reflected in consistent 5-star reviews, highlighting his responsive and compassionate approach. His community service has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Shalom Award, which he has received twice for his service in Bucks County. Choose Michael Schwartz for knowledgeable and compassionate bankruptcy legal assistance near you.

Thomas Malone is a practicing lawyer in the state of Pennsylvania. Mr. Malone received his J.D. from the Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law in 1994.

George Steffish is a practicing attorney in the state of Pennsylvania. He received his J.D. from Duquesne University in 1979. He currently works for the firm of Steffish & Lafferty PC.

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Henry’s office is located in Philadelphia. He was born and raised in Philadelphia, is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania, and received his J.D. from Duquesne University School of Law in 1995. Henry was a law clerk for the Honorable Brenda J. Hollar in the Territorial Court of US Virgin Islands. He has also successfully organized, owned and operated several small businesses. Prior to starting his law firm, Henry spent five years working as a consumer advocate at Community Legal Services of Philadelphia — one of the oldest, most prestigious and effective providers of non-profit legal services in the country. While there, Henry spent countless hours saving consumers’ homes from Sherriff’s Sale by obtaining Loan Modifications and filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy. He frequently negotiated with lenders (in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas nationally recognized Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program) to obtain Home Affordable Mortgage Program (HAMP) loan modifications. Henry was also a Contributing Writer to the following editions of the Urban Affairs Coalition Foreclosure Prevention Guide: Fall 2012 Edition, Section II, Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), pp. 23-25 · Winter/Spring 2012 Edition, Section II, HAMP, p. 25 · Fall 2013 Edition, Section II, HAMP, pp. 22-24; HAMP 2MP, pp. 25-26; HAMP UP, p. 27. The Guide is a resource for consumers to use as an outline to get a general understanding of the various HAMP loan modification programs. In addition, Henry was a Tax Research Analyst with H&R Block at their World Headquarters in Kansas City, MO. Henry worked on the Tax Change Analyst Team and with the “TIGERS” Group (Trusts, IRS Procedure, Gifts, Estates, Retirement, and State/local). Henry monitored six states for tax regulatory changes in Arizona, Hawaii, Indiana, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. He also provided H&R Block Franchisees, located across the nation, with tax research support for questions relating to Trusts, IRS Procedure, Gifts, Estates, Retirement, and State/local issues. Henry is a member of the American Bar Association, and the Philadelphia Bar Association. He served as a volunteer for Philadelphia VIP and the Low Income Tax Clinic at the Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council. Henry is admitted to practice before all Pennsylvania State Courts, the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, as well as the United States Tax Court in Washington, D.C.

Michael Rentschler proudly serves Camp Hill, Pennsylvania and the neighboring communities in the areas of divorce & family law, criminal, and estate law.

Taylor A. Gerchman founded Life Legal after working for several small to mid-size insurance law firms in the Philadelphia area where she proved herself to be a hard-working and dedicated attorney. From the beginning of her legal career, Taylor has focused solely on insurance litigation with an emphasis on group, whole or term life insurance claims, beneficiary disputes, and ERISA claim appeals. Taylor prides herself on recovering millions of dollars in life insurance benefits on behalf of her clients so far, and intends to more than double that amount in the coming years. Prior to becoming an attorney, Taylor earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania. While a student at Lock Haven University, Taylor was a member of the Psi Chi, the International Honors Society of Psychology, and a peer group tutor in Spanish. Immediately after graduation, Taylor went to Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University, where she was a Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Fellow, a member of the Trial Team, and a Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Trial Advocacy. During her time as an attorney, Taylor has learned the importance of timely and transparent communication with clients regarding their cases. Recognizing that each of her clients may be grieving the loss of a loved one, dealing with financial strain, or are overwhelmed by where to start, Taylor strives to provide passionate and strategic representation without adding to her clients’ stress. Outside of the court room, Taylor enjoys spending time with her husband and sons, being outdoors, and catching up on her favorite podcasts.