Tim Waltman

Tim Waltman is a Ruston, Louisiana, bankruptcy attorney who represents individuals and married couples in bankruptcy proceedings. He focuses on helping clients evaluate their financial circumstances, understand available legal options, and choose a path that fits their needs. His practice primarily involves Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy matters for people throughout North Louisiana who need practical guidance during difficult financial situations.

Tim earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana University and a Juris Doctorate from Loyola University of New Orleans. His academic background supports a practice built on careful analysis, clear communication, and attention to each client’s full financial picture. This training helps him explain bankruptcy choices, assess risks, and guide clients through a process that can affect property, debt, income, and future planning.

Tim has practiced law in North Louisiana since 1997 and has primarily handled bankruptcy cases throughout his career. He has represented more than 1,600 individuals and married couples in bankruptcy proceedings. His experience includes helping clients consider Chapter 7 relief, Chapter 13 repayment plans, secured and unsecured debts, property issues, tax matters, exemptions, reaffirmation agreements, and other matters arising in consumer bankruptcy cases.

Tim Waltman is recognized for maintaining a smaller bankruptcy practice that allows him to spend significant time with each client. His approach emphasizes understanding both the client’s financial situation and the broader life circumstances behind it. By giving clients steady guidance from the first consultation through the bankruptcy process, Tim helps people address debt problems and move forward with greater peace of mind.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Tim Waltman – Ruston Bankruptcy Attorney
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Loyola University of New Orleans
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Indiana University
  Master of Arts

• Indiana University
  Bachelor of Arts

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