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Top 3 Qualities to Look for in Your Attorney

Your attorney should not speak in legalese.

Finding an attorney that is a “real person” can be difficult.  Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese.  You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand.  You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you.  It is important that he or she be down-to-Earth and someone that you connect with.

Your attorney should be accessible.

The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls.  Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails.  An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.

Your attorney should be realistic with you about costs and outcomes.

Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs.  Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible.  It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.


Regardless of the nature your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.

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Our Iowa attorneys will put your case in the best position to succeed. With cost-effective rates and excellent client communication, and will ensure your case gets the attention it deserves. Our Iowa attorneys have the skill and experience to put you in the best position to succeed. Our Iowa attorneys take a team approach to provide experience in Divorce & Family Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Civil Litigation, DUI & Criminal Law, Corporate & Contract Law and more.

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Our Iowa family law attorneys affordably and empathetically protect your rights in divorce, child support, child custody, or paternity legal cases.

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Our Iowa probate attorneys resolve even the toughest probate litigation, probate administration, and will/trust contest cases.

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Our team at O'Flaherty Law will defend your guardianship rights in Iowa. Call our Iowa guardianship lawyers today for a free consultation!

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O'Flaherty Law of Davenport

201 W. 2nd St., Ste. 400A

Davenport, IA 52801

(563) 503-6910
davenport@oflaherty-law.com

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Monday
9:00am - 6:00pm
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9:00am - 6:00pm
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Why O'Flaherty Law of Davenport?

Why O'Flaherty Law of Davenport?

Why O'Flaherty Law of Davenport?

Top 3 Qualities to Look for in Your Attorney

Cost-Effective

When we started our firm in the midst of the recession, we learned to survive in a lean environment and pass the savings on to our clients.  As the economy has improved, we have not changed our philosophy.  We are hungry to grow our client base, and so we have intentionally set our rates below what the market will bear.  Our mission is to make each client walk away feeling that they got more value than they paid for.  This is easier to do when we make our prices affordable.

Client-Focused

The secret to our success as a firm is incredibly simple: we build a personal relationship with each of our clients and treat them with the respect that they deserve.  We pride ourselves on our open lines of communication, frequent check-ins with our clients, and our accessibility.  We are here to help you in any way we can, often leveraging our network of resources to assist you with non-legal issues that you may be having.  We are your one-stop problem-solver and trusted adviser.  All attorneys say that they provide excellent client service, but, unlike other attorneys, we practice what we preach.  We make sure every client walks away happy . . . period.

Comprehensive

We are your community law firm.  Our business is built on long-term relationships with our clients.  Our clients have the luxury of building trust over time with one team of attorneys, rather than having to find a new attorney for each different type of matter that arises over the course of their lives.  No one attorney can be experienced at everything.  That is why we have worked hard to assemble a team of attorneys with extensive experience in different areas of experience.  Our attorneys work together closely to bring our collective experience to bear on any issue that may arise for our clients.

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Great at What We Do

Since our business comes entirely from referrals and community involvement, our reputation for quality legal work is our greatest asset . . . and it is extremely important to us.  Each of our attorneys is truly experienced in his or her practice areas, with the highest personal standards of excellence.  We are proud of our reputation in the community, and we did not achieve it by accident.  Our reputation for excellence comes from hard work, continuing education, and an above-and-beyond approach to our clients’ cases.

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  • We Give You Counsel From experienced Attorneys, Not Info-Tapes!  Our Iowa bankruptcy attorneys will give you a fresh start quickly and professionally so you can make a fresh start and move forward.
  • We Are Cost-Effective!  We understand that seeking bankruptcy and debt resolution means you're in a position where you're already surrounded by debt and financially strained.  We offer affordable rates that allow our clients to have peace of mind while having their financial matters met. 
  • We Have a Wide Network of Resources to Help!  Once we assist you in getting a fresh new start, you may need help from other professionals.  We are proud to offer a large network of resources of bankers, loan officers, financial advisors and local professionals to create a comprehensive solution that suits your needs.

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Please contact our office to Schedule a Consultation.
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O'Flaherty Law of Davenport

201 W. 2nd St., Ste. 400A

Davenport, IA 52801

davenport@oflaherty-law.com

What to Expect From a Consultation

The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us. Although most consultations are complimentary, some may carry a charge depending on the type of matter and meeting location.

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Meet the Owner

I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

- Attorney Kevin O'Flaherty, Owner

Check Out Articles and Videos from our Iowa Bankruptcy Attorneys

In this Learn About Law video, Kevin O'Flaherty explains everything you need to know about the Iowa Chapter 7 Bankruptcy process.

In this Learn About Law video, Kevin O'Flaherty explains everything you need to know about the Iowa Chapter 7 Bankruptcy process.

Preparing For Bankruptcy

Our Iowa bankruptcy attorneys want you to know how to prepare for a bankruptcy petition. In this article on bankruptcy preparation, we go over the steps you need to take if you need to file for bankruptcy.

Before you file for bankruptcy, certain steps must be taken to prepare for your eventual filing. For starters, the completion of an online credit counseling course is required. Thankfully, these courses are usually relatively short and the expense is nominal. Our Iowa bankruptcy lawyers are also required to submit to the court certain information regarding your assets, liabilities, income, and expenses. Thankfully for you, we cover these in detail, and also explain what happens at the first meeting of creditors and the effects of discharge of your debt.

In this Learn About Law podcast & videoblog, Kevin O'Flaherty discusses some of the advantages of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Iowa, and how each can apply to your specific needs.

If I File For Bankruptcy Can I Keep My House And Cars?

In this article, our Iowa bankruptcy attorneys explain how you can keep your house and cars in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

In most cases, our clients can file for bankruptcy without losing any assets including their home and vehicles.  If your vehicle or home is held as collateral, you will most likely have the option to sign a reaffirmation agreement.  This reaffirms the loan without discharging it in the bankruptcy process.  The Bankruptcy Code states that a portion of equity in particular types of property can be exempt from collection.  You can apply these exemptions to the property you decide to keep in order to avoid the trustee collecting the property to pay your creditors.  For example:

  • You are allowed to keep $2,400.00 of equity in your vehicles ($4,800.00 for a married couple filing jointly)
  • You are allowed to keep $15,000.00 of equity in your primary residence ($30,000.00 for a married couple filing jointly); 
  • There is a $4,000.00 wildcard exemption that you can apply to any property of your choice ($8,000.00 for a married couple). 

Iowa bankruptcy lawyer Kevin O'Flaherty helps you better understand the Chapter 13 process in this video.

What Happens At The First Meeting Of Creditors?

In this article, our Iowa bankruptcy lawyers explain what happens at the first meeting of creditors in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Once your bankruptcy attorney files the petition, they will accompany you to the “First Meeting of Creditors.”  This meeting is between you, your attorney, and your case's bankruptcy trustee. The trustee asks you preliminary questions and may do the following:

  • Confirm your identity through a photo ID and social security card.
  • Swear you in and put you under oath. 
  • Ask if you've reviewed your schedules before they were filed and ask you to confirm that they are true and correct.  
  • Ask if you have reviewed required notices provided by your attorney regarding bankruptcy and your alternatives. 

The trustee will then ask you specific questions about your finances.  The meeting is usually about 10 minutes long and should not be terribly stressful.

Further Reading from our Iowa Bankruptcy Attorneys

Illinois Laws on Evicting Tenants Who Filed Bankruptcy

Heather Jones

December 30, 2023

Should I File Bankruptcy Due to Identity Theft? Weighing Your Options

Kevin O'Flaherty

May 26, 2023

Bankruptcy Checklist for Indiana Residents

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, there are certain things you need to consider and have ready before filing. You will also have questions about what type of bankruptcy to file and how long it will take.

Heather Jones

January 26, 2023