Robert Ascenzo Ciotola

Robert Ascenzo Ciotola is a Canfield, Ohio bankruptcy lawyer focused on helping individuals and families address overwhelming debt through practical legal solutions. With decades of experience, he has represented more than 35,000 clients, offering steady guidance in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, as well as related consumer financial matters.

Robert’s academic background includes undergraduate study at The Ohio State University, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa, reflecting strong scholarly achievement. He later earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve School of Law, building the foundation for a career centered on bankruptcy practice, client advocacy, and careful legal analysis. He has extensive consumer bankruptcy experience, representing clients in bankruptcy courts and appeals involving complex debtor and creditor issues.

Robert’s practice emphasizes Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, helping clients evaluate options for debt relief, repayment plans, asset protection, and financial recovery. By explaining complex bankruptcy rules in practical terms, he helps clients make informed decisions during stressful financial circumstances and pursue a more stable path forward with confidence. Attorney Ciotola stays active in the bankruptcy law community through national membership and local bar leadership, reflecting his commitment to current practice and professional service.

To maintain a strong command of evolving bankruptcy law, Robert Ascenzo Ciotola has attended national seminars and institutes hosted by respected organizations, including bankruptcy associations, trustee groups, judicial conferences, and legal education programs. This ongoing training supports his ability to effectively guide clients through changing rules, court procedures, and consumer debt challenges. He provides prepared, client-focused bankruptcy guidance to people in Canfield and nearby Ohio communities, helping them understand their rights, reduce financial pressure, and pursue a clearer financial path.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Ciotola Law Offices
• Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Chairman, Co. Chairman, Mahoning County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Committee (1992 – 1999) (2005 – 2011)
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• Case Western Reserve University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Ohio State University
  Bachelor of Arts

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