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Lee Pettay, Bankruptcy Attorney in Bloomington, Indiana

Over 56 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, General, and SSD

MemberatPettay Legal Service

Bloomington, IN

Practicing bankruptcy in Bloomington since 1970.

56+
Years practicing
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Lee Pettay is a member based in Bloomington, IN. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, General, and SSD. Lee has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pettay Legal Service.

Based in
Bloomington, IN
Experience
over 56 years
Known for
Bankruptcy · General · SSD
  • Handles Bankruptcy, General, and SSD matters from Bloomington, IN.
  • Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Lee Pettay: Lee Pettay is a member based in Bloomington, IN. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, General, and SSD. Lee has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pettay Legal Service.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Lee Pettay

Lee concentrates on bankruptcy, general, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Bloomington, Indiana

Lee takes bankruptcy matters in Bloomington, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

General cases in Bloomington, Indiana

Lee takes general matters in Bloomington, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

SSD cases in Bloomington, Indiana

Lee takes ssd matters in Bloomington, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Lee Pettay — Over 56 years of Indiana bankruptcy experience

Lee Pettay is a member based in Bloomington, IN. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, General, and SSD. Lee has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pettay Legal Service.

Lee Pettay is a lawyer practicing social security disability law, bankruptcy law, general practice. Lee received a B.A. degree from Baldwin-Wallace College, and has been licensed for 56 years. Lee practices at Pettay Legal Service in Bloomington, IN.

Lee's approach to bankruptcy cases

Lee Pettay is a lawyer practicing social security disability law, bankruptcy law, general practice. Lee received a B.A. degree from Baldwin-Wallace College, and has been licensed for 56 years. Lee practices at Pettay Legal Service in Bloomington, IN.

The kind of cases Lee takes

Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, general, and ssd matters in Bloomington and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Lee Pettay's legal education and bar admissions

  • Indiana University School of Law J.D.

  • Baldwin-Wallace College B.A.

Jurisdictions

Lee's state bar admissions

  • California

    1975 · ACTIVE

  • Indiana

    1970 · ACTIVE

Lee studied at — in Indiana University School of Law J.D. and — in Baldwin-Wallace College B.A..

Law school and academic background

Lee completed — in Indiana University School of Law J.D. and — in Baldwin-Wallace College B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Lee Pettay's office in Bloomington

Lee's primary office is at 1150 E. Secretariat Ct., Bloomington, IN, 47401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Pettay Legal Service

1150 E. Secretariat Ct.

Bloomington, IN 47401

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lee Pettay — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Bloomington, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lee

Lee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lee Pettay

  • How much does it cost to hire Lee for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Lee offer a free consultation?

    Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Bloomington?

    Lee is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Lee?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Lee accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    Lee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Bankruptcy attorneys serving Bloomington, Indianapolis and Fort Wayne in Indiana

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