Atty. Patrick Semrad
Patrick Semrad is the Managing Partner of The Semrad Law Firm, doing business as DebtStoppers, the largest consumer law firm in the United States. Since 2004 he has grown the firm from four attorneys in Chicago to over 85 attorneys across five states and offices in Europe.
Bankruptcy Chapter 13 & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 22+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Semrad at a Glance
Patrick Semrad is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at The Semrad Law Firm, LLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, contracts, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and debt settlement. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004) and Florida (2015). Educated at DePaul College of Law (J.D., 2004) and DePaul University (B.S. Finance, 2001). Active member of National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Semrad
- Patrick Semrad is the Managing Partner of The Semrad Law Firm, doing business as DebtStoppers, the largest consumer law firm in the United States
- Since 2004 he has grown the firm from four attorneys in Chicago to over 85 attorneys across five states and offices in Europe
- Pat concentrates on providing affordable bankruptcy representation regardless of income and sees consumer bankruptcy as a unique way to make an immediate positive impact
- He supports professional development across the firm, volunteers with the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and Together for Childhood Network, and advises The Balance Project
- He is admitted to the Illinois and Florida Bars and the General Bar of the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, graduated magna cum laude from DePaul College of Law (DePaul Law Review), and holds a B.S. in Finance from DePaul
- He is active in YPO, his Highland Park community, woodworking, sailing, paddle, and the Union League Club of Chicago
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Semrad's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Semrad handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Chicago
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Contracts in Chicago
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Chicago
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Patrick Semrad is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Debt Settlement in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Patrick Semrad
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Semrad's practice in the field of chapter 7, contracts, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and debt settlement.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Semrad brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Florida, Patrick Semrad can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, contracts, and chapter 13, Patrick Semrad can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Patrick Semrad attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick Semrad Handles in Chicago
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick Semrad directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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