About
Thomas R. Allen is a Partner at Allen Stovall Neuman & Ashton LLP, where he focuses his legal practice on business bankruptcy, debtor/creditor rights, corporate law, and real estate. With over 40 years of experience, Thomas has built a strong reputation for guiding clients through complex financial and legal matters, including corporate reorganizations, commercial workouts, and insolvency proceedings.
Thomas earned his J.D. from The Ohio State University in 1981 and his B.S. from Miami University in 1978.
Thomas is admitted to practice in Ohio and several federal courts across the country, including the U.S. District Courts in Ohio and Arizona and the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Circuit Courts of Appeals. His broad admissions allow him to handle multi-jurisdictional matters with efficiency and deep understanding.
Thomas is widely recognized for his legal excellence. Best Lawyers in America named him “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbus for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights in 2014 and for Litigation–Bankruptcy in 2013. Chambers USA has also named him a “Leader in their Field” for Bankruptcy/Restructuring in Columbus, Ohio. He is consistently listed as one of Ohio’s Super Lawyers.
Thomas is frequently invited to speak at major legal conferences and professional seminars. His presentations include small business bankruptcy, healthcare restructurings, lease sales, and the impact of bankruptcy on pending litigation. His sessions for organizations like the American Bankruptcy Institute, Ohio State Bar Association, and the International Council of Shopping Centers demonstrate his influence in the legal field.
Clients turn to Thomas for strategic advice and dependable representation in high-stakes bankruptcy and restructuring matters. His experience spans various industries, and he brings technical skill and practical insight to every case.
Thomas R. Allen continues to be a trusted advisor for businesses and creditors across Ohio and beyond, offering reliable counsel grounded in decades of success.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Allen Stovall Neuman & Ashton LLP
- Member, Ohio State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Ohio
Education
- The Ohio State University
Juris Doctor (J.D) - Miami University
Bachelor of Science (B.S)
Awards & Badges

- Chapter 11 bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy
- Commercial real estate
- Debt collection
- Debt settlement
- Tax
- Tax fraud and tax evasion