What Our Clients & Colleagues Say

“Alan, I can’t thank you enough for your help. I could not have done it without you, period. And I so appreciated your stepping in over the holidays as things turned a bit crazy. Your calm presence and clear mind were a huge asset and I’m beyond grateful.”

— Anonymous

“Cat is a God-send. I have expectations and she seems to keep exceeding them even though I keep resetting them. I am grateful to have her in my corner and I can't tell you how comfortable I feel. I feel like I'm not even in the passenger seat... I'm in the back row of a 7 seater fast asleep, while she drives the bus to the destination.

Keep her forever!”

— Anonymous

“When we met with you, we were truly at rock bottom, and you carefully guided us back up out of that pit without completely blowing up our lives. We’ll always be so grateful for the care you showed for our situation and the sincere advice when we were so devastated, afraid and confused. You were willing to think WAY outta the box for options to get us out of such a complicated web of insanity. And walk us through each cost and outcome. You really brought it all to a close like a master. If it hadn’t been for you, we could still be fighting her or have been broken down by now.

Not even a year later, our life has turned around and our family is thriving again! The trust we have in you to handle our legal matters comes with being able to rely on your competency to not get outsmarted by our opponents and most of all we could rest assured that you actually had our best interests at heart.

So a huge thank you again and appreciate being able to count on you for our future! ”

— Anonymous But Happy Client

“My experience with Cat Reny was exceptional. During one of the most difficult times of my life I was able to work with Cat and Wenokur Riordan in order to successfully file bankruptcy and restart my life with the hard work and dedication that she and her team and put it.

My experience was professional and the outcome exceeded all expectations. I would highly recommend anyone that is currently experiencing financial difficulties and exploring the option of bankruptcy to very much consider Cat and her team in order to navigate you through such a difficult time.”

— Robert Cortese

“The hardest thing is making the decision to file personal bankruptcy. I felt ashamed about the idea of bankruptcy. I took pride in the fact that somehow I was paying off four very large credit cards payments and 2 or 3 monthly loan payments and still surviving on a social worker’s salary. Never mind that I had also fallen behind in rent payments over the years. Had I not been a 20-year tenant who takes care of the grounds, things would have been very different.

I won't forget the first phone call to my attorney Cat—I remember just where I was and how it felt. Cat turned out to be good company and an on-the-ball attorney who knew what she was doing. Cat did a tremendous job on my bankruptcy filing and got great results, especially the negotiation around the car lien, and I am hugely relieved to have some peace of mind now. I really appreciate that Cat took care of business and was also approachable and consoling when needed. I will always be grateful.”

— J.G.

“Alan is by far the most professional and hardworking attorney I dealt with during my years of litigation. His efforts saved me and our clients hundreds of thousands of dollars.”

— A Satisfied Client

“Mr. Wenokur was recommended by a good friend of ours, we are extremely grateful for his counsel and diligence. Alan went to great lengths to inform us, guide us, and protect us through a very gut-wrenching time in our life. We owned a small business which complicated some matters, but he was able to competently handle everything that came our way, including several appearances in federal court. He is personable, brilliant, and VERY prepared. We cannot say enough about how pleased we are with his work and guidance. We are indebted to Mr. Wenokur for having gotten us through a bad situation, thanks, Alan.”

— Craig

“My wife and I filed a Chapter 11 on our own. We had a lot of properties, a lot of parties and a lot of complexities. Nate came into the case, took the lead with the creditors and saw the case through to its conclusion. The case was complicated and Nate and his team really came through for us. I deeply appreciate the job they did and highly recommend the firm.”

— A Satisfied Client

“Don’t blink an eye hiring Alan and his firm at his stated rate. We were forced into litigation on a creditor claim. We’ve hired attorneys at less than half this firm’s hourly rate and were slightly nervous about that. What we can tell you is that for the same load or even more of a caseload, we ended up with the same bill in the end. Only one differentiation here is that Alan and his team WON. They use their knowledge of law, experience, and relationships to remove billable time and help proclaim victory. I’m thrilled with their services and should we have to travel the dusty trail of bankruptcy litigation again, our money will go to Alan’s firm.”

— P.L.

“As a lawyer myself, I was very careful to select the best counsel for the worst time in my life. Nathan delivers. And makes me proud of the profession.”

— Lee

“As a medium sized builder hit smack in the face by the recession, I was personally responsible for far too many financial obligations – with many moving parts to my bankruptcy. After meeting with, interviewing and hearing the same old story from others in the Seattle area – Nate Riordan was the proverbial breath of fresh air. Nate is smart, witty, well-versed and thorough in his specialty. I would recommend Nate Riordan (and have) to anyone who needs honest, competent help through the landmines that exist going through bankruptcy.”

— John

“Mr. Wenokur was invaluable in assisting me. He was highly recommended by my divorce attorney. Upon meeting him, I was impressed with his ability to immerse himself into the many complexities of my litigation and its history. He knew the laws, was always prepared in court and was timely in his actions on my behalf. I attended many of the legal proceedings with Mr. Wenokur and he was a calming presence in a sea of uncertainty. Throughout my court proceedings and mediations, he provided me with excellent advice and support. I never hesitated to call him with questions about my case. Mr. Wenokur always responded in a timely manner with patience and understanding.”

— K.M.

“Nate helped me with the short sale of my house, which was a very confusing process for me. He worked with my real estate agent and the banks on my behalf – I felt there was very little that I had to deal with on my own. He answered all of my questions thoroughly, and really took the time to make sure that I understood what was going on. He was very easy to communicate with, and if I ever need an attorney again, he will be the first person I call.”

— A Satisfied Client

“My experience with Nathan was and continues to be extremely positive. Throughout my difficult process, I found him to be very reassuring. All my questions have been answered in a timely and complete way, he set forth his expectations for my case very clearly and communicated precisely what I needed to do. More than once, he went well out of his way to accommodate my schedule.

I’ve had the occasion to work with several attorneys in the past, and I’ve found that working with someone who is really my advocate – instead of just treating me as one small file in a large caseload – makes a tremendous difference. It definitely did in this case. I’d recommend Nathan very highly.”

— A Satisfied Client

“As one who represents institutional and individual creditors, I regularly deal with insolvency counsel in and outside of bankruptcy court. When Alan Wenokur or Nate Riordan represents a financially distressed individual or business, I have full confidence that they will have carefully thought through the issues, and I can rely on them for a straightforward approach. They are highly skilled and focus on problem-solving with no waste or drama. When I make a referral for someone in financial distress, I always include their names, and as the attorney who is often on the other side, I appreciate their professionalism.”

— Thomas A. Lerner, Business Litigation Attorney

“I have known Nate for more than 10 years. We have worked together and opposed each other in many cases. I would gladly endorse Nate.”

— Todd Tracy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney

“I’ve worked with and against Nate on multiple occasions. I have found him reasonable and effective at problem-solving, but never compromising his clients' needs. I easily endorse this attorney.”

— Zeshan Khan, Family Attorney

“I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Riordan in negotiating a debt settlement. I found Mr. Riordan to be extremely knowledgable, thorough, and affable throughout our negotiations. Due to Mr. Riordan’s case preparation and knowledge of applicable bankruptcy law, we were able to avoid incurring unnecessary costs and optimize the financial results of both of our clients. Mr. Riordan is well known and well respected in the Northwest Bankruptcy community and I would highly recommend him.”

— Steven Reilly, Business Attorney

“I strongly endorse Nate. He is very well respected by the court, is a great strategist, and always works in the best interests of his clients. Our office regularly refers cases to Nate – we are very confident in his skills.”

— John Rizzardi, Debt and Lending Agreements Attorney

“Nate was indispensable in his assistance with a bankruptcy matter. I found Nate to be both knowledgeable and responsive to my questions. I highly recommend Nate’s services.”

— Heather Morado, Entertainment Attorney

“The world of bankruptcy court is baffling, even to practicing lawyers, so when one of my cases moves into bankruptcy, Alan is the first person I call. Alan consistently provides sound advice and quality legal services at a very reasonable price. He has my highest recommendation.”

— Duncan Turner, Attorney

“I contact Alan Wenokur whenever I need help or have questions about a bankruptcy matter. Alan always responds quickly, with sound and wise advice. I highly recommend Alan and always refer lawyers with bankruptcy questions and clients with bankruptcy issues to him, knowing he will give them that same sound and wise advice.”

— Fred Finkelstein, Attorney

“I endorse this lawyer. Alan is an extremely knowledgeable and effective bankruptcy lawyer. He is capable of handling a wide variety of complex matters in bankruptcy court and does a great job for his clients.”

— Ronald Gardner, Personal Injury Attorney

 

“My wife and I filed a Chapter 11 on our own. We had a lot of properties, a lot of parties and a lot of complexities. Nate came into the case, took the lead with the creditors and saw the case through to its conclusion. The case was complicated and Nate and his team really came through for us. I deeply appreciate the job they did and highly recommend the firm.”

— A Satisfied Client

“As a lawyer myself, I was very careful to select the best counsel for the worst time in my life. Nathan delivers. And makes me proud of the profession.”

— Lee

“As a medium sized builder hit smack in the face by the recession, I was personally responsible for far too many financial obligations – with many moving parts to my bankruptcy. After meeting with, interviewing and hearing the same old story from others in the Seattle area – Nate Riordan was the proverbial breath of fresh air. Nate is smart, witty, well-versed and thorough in his specialty. I would recommend Nate Riordan (and have) to anyone who needs honest, competent help through the landmines that exist going through bankruptcy.”

— John

“Nate helped me with the short sale of my house, which was a very confusing process for me. He worked with my real estate agent and the banks on my behalf – I felt there was very little that I had to deal with on my own. He answered all of my questions thoroughly, and really took the time to make sure that I understood what was going on. He was very easy to communicate with, and if I ever need an attorney again, he will be the first person I call.”

— A Satisfied Client

“My experience with Nathan was and continues to be extremely positive. Throughout my difficult process, I found him to be very reassuring. All my questions have been answered in a timely and complete way, he set forth his expectations for my case very clearly and communicated precisely what I needed to do. More than once, he went well out of his way to accommodate my schedule.

I’ve had the occasion to work with several attorneys in the past, and I’ve found that working with someone who is really my advocate – instead of just treating me as one small file in a large caseload – makes a tremendous difference. It definitely did in this case. I’d recommend Nathan very highly.”

— A Satisfied Client

 

“Mr. Wenokur was invaluable in assisting me. He was highly recommended by my divorce attorney. Upon meeting him, I was impressed with his ability to immerse himself into the many complexities of my litigation and its history. He knew the laws, was always prepared in court and was timely in his actions on my behalf. I attended many of the legal proceedings with Mr. Wenokur and he was a calming presence in a sea of uncertainty. Throughout my court proceedings and mediations, he provided me with excellent advice and support. I never hesitated to call him with questions about my case. Mr. Wenokur always responded in a timely manner with patience and understanding.”

— K.M.

“Don’t blink an eye hiring Alan and his firm at his stated rate. We were forced into litigation on a creditor claim. We’ve hired attorneys at less than half this firm’s hourly rate and were slightly nervous about that. What we can tell you is that for the same load or even more of a caseload, we ended up with the same bill in the end. Only one differentiation here is that Alan and his team WON. They use their knowledge of law, experience, and relationships to remove billable time and help proclaim victory. I’m thrilled with their services and should we have to travel the dusty trail of bankruptcy litigation again, our money will go to Alan’s firm.”

— P.L.

“Alan is by far the most professional and hardworking attorney I dealt with during my years of litigation. His efforts saved me and our clients hundreds of thousands of dollars.”

— A Satisfied Client

“Mr. Wenokur was recommended by a good friend of ours, we are extremely grateful for his counsel and diligence. Alan went to great lengths to inform us, guide us, and protect us through a very gut-wrenching time in our life. We owned a small business which complicated some matters, but he was able to competently handle everything that came our way, including several appearances in federal court. He is personable, brilliant, and VERY prepared. We cannot say enough about how pleased we are with his work and guidance. We are indebted to Mr. Wenokur for having gotten us through a bad situation, thanks, Alan.”

— Craig