About
Richard A. Check is the majority shareholder and founding attorney of the Bankruptcy Law Office of Richard A. Check, S.C. With over 30 years of experience, he has dedicated his entire legal practice to bankruptcy law, focusing on debt resolution, asset protection, and relief from creditor actions for individuals and small businesses throughout Wisconsin.
Richard earned his Juris Doctor from Indiana University School of Law after completing his Bachelor of Science in Business at the Kelley School of Business, also at Indiana University. His educational foundation in business and law provides a strategic advantage in managing both personal and commercial bankruptcy cases with precision and care.
Richard has established a reputation as a reliable advocate for clients seeking financial relief through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings. His firm is well known across Wisconsin for providing effective legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client. His goal is always to help individuals and businesses find a fresh financial start.
Licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Indiana, Richard is admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. He is a proud member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He is the only attorney from Wisconsin admitted to the American College of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
A respected voice in the legal community, Richard A. Check frequently speaks on bankruptcy topics for professional groups and fellow attorneys. His longstanding commitment to client advocacy, combined with his exclusive focus on bankruptcy, makes him a trusted legal resource for those facing financial hardship. Through personalized attention and knowledgeable guidance, he helps clients regain control and move toward financial stability.
Law Office Affiliations
- Owner & Principal Attorney, Bankruptcy Law Office Of Richard A Check S.C.
- Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
- Member, Indiana State Bar Association
- Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- Member, United States District Court for the Eastern & Western Districts of Wisconsin
Licensed State
- Wisconsin
- Indiana
Education
- Indiana University Law School
Juris Doctor (J.D.) - Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business
Awards & Badges




- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Debt & Lending
- Debt & Lending
- Foreclosure




