Kathryn A. Belfance

Kathryn A. Belfance, Esq., is a principal attorney with decades of experience serving individuals, businesses, and creditors across Ohio. Her practice focuses on bankruptcy, family law, real estate development, and related litigation. She is widely respected for clear guidance on complex financial matters and for steady advocacy in high-stakes cases. Clients rely on her to protect assets, resolve disputes, and navigate court processes with confidence, efficiency, and careful attention to detail.

Ms. Belfance earned a J.D. from the University of Akron School of Law and worked as an Associate Editor on the Law Review. She also completed a B.A. from the University of Akron, where she majored in English. Her legal education built a strong foundation in research, writing, and analysis, skills that later supported published scholarship and effective courtroom advocacy.

Ms. Belfance began her legal career in 1977 and quickly developed deep knowledge of bankruptcy law. She founded and managed her own practice before joining Roderick Linton Belfance LLP. Appointed as the first female Bankruptcy Trustee in the Northern District of Ohio, she has administered major corporate and Chapter 11 cases, served as a court-appointed receiver, and litigated matters that produced nationally cited opinions.

Ms. Belfance has helped families resolve complex divorce, custody, and asset division matters by combining legal skill with sound financial insight beyond bankruptcy. She also advises clients in probate and estate matters, including will contests and estate administration. Through decades of lecturing, she has shared practical knowledge with lawyers nationwide, strengthening the profession while delivering reliable, results-focused representation.

Kathryn A. Belfance has guided people through financial recovery, business restructuring, and life transitions with clarity and respect. Courts and clients recognize her for preparation, integrity, and steady judgment. By focusing on solutions and long-term outcomes, she helps people move forward with stability and informed decision-making in difficult legal situations. Her approach emphasizes fairness, accuracy, and clear communication with clients at every stage.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Roderick Linton Belfance LLP
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• University of Akron School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Akron
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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