Ryan J. Cooney

Ryan J. Cooney is a skilled bankruptcy attorney and co-founder of The Cooney Law Offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With nearly a decade of experience, he assists clients in bankruptcy, business litigation, creditor rights, and small business management. His practice serves individuals, small business owners, and organizations navigating complex legal and financial challenges.

Mr. Cooney earned a business degree from The Ohio State University in 2011. He later graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2014. Further enhancing his litigation skills, he completed the National Trial Advocacy College at the University of Virginia in 2016. During law school, he gained valuable experience as a law clerk at the Robert O Lampl Law Office, where he worked until 2022 before founding his firm.

Mr. Cooney specializes in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases in his legal practice. He represents debtors, creditors, and trustees in resolving complex bankruptcy matters, including adversary proceedings.

His expertise addresses issues like preferences, fraudulent transfers, and dischargeability of debts. Mr. Cooney frequently assists small business owners in mitigating liabilities tied to personal guarantees and navigating insolvency proceedings. His in-depth knowledge of business formation, acquisition, financing, and dissolution makes him a valuable advisor for entrepreneurs.

Mr. Cooney is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and before several federal courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Tax Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

He is actively involved in the legal community, serving as Secretary and future President of the Bankruptcy & Commercial Law Section of the Allegheny County Bar Association. He has also held leadership roles with the JFK Western Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Inn of Court and regularly lectures at legal conferences and symposiums.

Through his dedicated work, Mr. Cooney provides strategic legal counsel and representation, helping clients navigate legal complexities and achieve financial stability. His commitment to excellence has earned him recognition, including selection to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for his expertise in commercial bankruptcy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, The Cooney Law Offices

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania

Education

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Ohio State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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