Mark Peter Telloyan, experienced Bankruptcy, Debt Collection attorney in South Bend, IN with 99 reviews
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Mark Peter Telloyan

205 W. Jefferson Blvd, Suite 410, South Bend, IN

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Education

1998:
University of Notre Dame, J.D.
1994:
Minnesota State University, Mankato, MA - Masters
1991:
Seattle Pacific University, MEd
1986:
Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, BS - Bachelor of Science

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Kristi kulcsar

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08 Jul, 2024
If you need advice, are thinking about, or just 100% sure you need to file for Bankruptcy. Call Mark! We went off of Google reviews and let me tell you we are so happy we did. My husband and I didn’t feel like oh no are we doing the right thing. Mark laid everything out for us and let us know our options. What he suggested and how the process for each one works. Mark is very professional but also a real down to earth person. He will laugh with you and genuinely cares about your life and situation without judging. (Don’t play him in a chess game if you haven’t played in a while Lol) Very reasonably priced and kept in contact throughout our bankruptcy. We got the paperwork he needed and didn’t have to worry about anything else he handled it all. We really appreciate everything he did for us! I will definitely recommend Mark to anyone who is thinking about bankruptcy!
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Daisy dukes maine coons

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08 Jul, 2024
Mark Telloyan made incorporating our business easy. He explained the process thoroughly and was available whenever we had questions. We highly recommend his firm.
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Cougar crecelius

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08 Jul, 2024
Mark did such an amazing job with my bankruptcy case! He worked fast, and gets straight to the point. If you are looking for a great attorney, this is the place to go! Thanks again for all the help!
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Excellent client service and communication
“Mark Telloyan and Eva made me feel some comfortable, answered all my questions, and made the process very easy!”
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Knowledgeable and thorough
“Mark was extremely knowledgeable and efficient in helping us get through a nightmare of a case.”
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Responsive and accessible
“He was there every step of the way, I also like the fact that i was always so relaxed and comfortable when me and my husband meet with him in the office.”
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Compassionate and understanding
“Mark was compassionate and understanding throughout the process.”
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Affordable and cost-effective
“He was also very affordable which was even better!”
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Publications

2001:
South Bend Tribune, Feature on Professor Charles Rice
1997:
National Jurist, Off The Bench column

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