Our Bankruptcy Attorney Profiles
The firm's philosophy is simple—provide quality service, always. Learn more about the bankruptcy lawyers in Woodstock, Georgia of Herman & Russo P.C. by clicking their names below.
Melissa A. Herman
Ms. Herman is a partner at Herman & Russo P.C. Her practice focuses on consumer bankruptcy, and she has more than 15 years experience in consumer bankruptcy.
Ms. Herman is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Prior to founding Herman & Russo P.C., she operated her own law firm in Slidell, Louisiana, where she specialized in domestic law, personal injury, criminal law, and bankruptcy. She drafted the rules of court for the Slidell City Court and served as vice president of the Slidell Bar Association. Of all the areas in which she practiced, Ms. Herman enjoyed consumer bankruptcy the most.
Upon her arrival to Atlanta, she joined a large firm that specialized in consumer bankruptcy where she achieved the position of first female partner. Ms. Herman has tried hundreds of cases before the bankruptcy courts in Georgia and Louisiana and has helped thousands of people save their homes and cars by filing bankruptcies on their behalf. Ms. Herman has also worked with a presidential candidate to ensure compliance with Florida electoral laws during the 2004 general election.
She is an active member of the Atlanta Junior League and volunteers with Hospice Camp Stars. She is also a member of both the Atlanta LSU and New Orleans Saints fan clubs.
Admissions and education
- Admitted to practice law in Georgia, 2001
- Admitted to practice law in Louisiana, 1995
- Louisiana State University School of Law, J.D.
- Loyola University of New Orleans, B.A. in Mass Communications
Memberships
- Georgia Bar Association
- Louisiana Bar Association
- Metropolitan Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Group
- North Fulton Bar Association
- Atlanta Bar Association
- Junior League of Atlanta
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- American Bankruptcy Institute
Certification
- ABC (American Board of Certification) Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy
Ms. Herman can be reached at 770-635-0750 or via email.
David A. Russo
Mr. Russo is a partner at Herman & Russo P.C. He is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to founding the bankruptcy law firm Herman & Russo P.C., Mr. Russo served as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) officer with the U.S. Army, and held various positions in law enforcement and criminal justice. He has served in Active, Army Reserve, and National Guard assignments. While on active duty with the Army, Mr. Russo served in differing roles that included legal assistance attorney, trial counsel, operational law attorney, and in military intelligence.
In his legal assignments, Mr. Russo has assisted thousands of soldiers with a wide range of legal issues that have faced them while both at home and abroad. He has also served as a company commander during the first phase of Operation Iraqi Freedom and recently spent a year in Baghdad, Iraq as part of the command responsible for all military medical operations in the country. Mr. Russo has been awarded the Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medals for service in Iraq.
He is an active member of the American Motorcycle Association and has volunteered at the Georgia Aquarium. He is an avid scuba diver. He is also a member of both the Atlanta LSU and New Orleans Saints fan clubs, Alfa Romeo Club of America and BMW Motorcycle Owners of America.
Admissions and education
- Admitted to practice in Georgia, 1995
- Louisiana State University School of Law, J.D.
- Tulane University of New Orleans, B.A. in Art History and English
Memberships
- Georgia Bar Association
- Metropolitan Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Group
- North Fulton Bar Association
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Mr. Russo can be reached at 770-635-0750 or via email.
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Bankruptcy may not be for everyone, but it is one way to gain a fresh start in life. We work hard to bring you the best legal representation in debt relief matters. You can call us at either office location of Woodstock, Georgia at 770-635-0750 or Alpharetta, Georgia at 770-635-0751. You can also contact us online and put our experience to work for you.
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