About
Ronald (Ron) C. Sykstus is the managing partner at Bond, Botes, Sykstus & Tanner, P.C., with offices located in Huntsville, Decatur, and Cullman, Alabama. He is a highly experienced attorney who focuses on bankruptcy law, veterans’ benefits, and security clearance matters. Over the years, Ron has helped thousands of clients resolve financial issues, save their homes, protect their careers, and secure their futures. Known for his deep legal knowledge and professionalism, Ron is committed to guiding clients through difficult legal challenges with confidence and care.
Ron holds a B.A. in Psychology and Political Science from the University of Arizona. While in college, he received a full academic U.S. Army ROTC scholarship and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. He is a Sigma Chi Fraternity member and Order of Omega recipient. He earned his J.D. from Northern Illinois University College of Law. During law school, he served as president of the Moot Court Competition Board and was chosen as commencement speaker.
Ron entered active duty with the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps after graduating, where he served as a prosecutor and later as Senior Defense Counsel. He handled courts-martial, administrative proceedings, and national security cases. He was awarded two Meritorious Service Medals during his military service. Following his honorable discharge, he joined the Bond & Botes law firm, where he continues to help individuals and families through complex legal matters.
Ronald (Ron) C. Sykstus is admitted to practice law in Alabama, Illinois, Tennessee, Washington, D.C., and several federal courts. He is board-certified in consumer bankruptcy law and VA-accredited. He is frequently invited to speak at legal seminars and has published several works on bankruptcy and security clearance law. With a 10.0 Avvo rating and numerous professional honors, Ron is widely recognized as a leading lawyer in his field.
Law Office Affiliations
- Managing Partner, Bond & Botes Law Offices
- Alabama State Co-Chair, National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA)
- Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
- Member, National Organization of Veterans Advocates (NOVA)
- Member, Alabama State Bar
- Member, Illinois State Bar Association
- Member, Tennessee Bar Association
- Member, Bar Association of the District of Columbia
Licensed State
- Alabama
- Illinois
- Tennessee
- District of Columbia
Education
- Northern Illinois University College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) - University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology & Political Science
Awards & Badges







- Appeals
- Asylum
- Chapter 11 bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy
- Citizenship
- Constitutional
- Debt and lending agreements
- Debt collection
- Debt settlement
- Federal regulation
- Foreclosure
- Litigation
- Visa and Permits