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Dennis J. Connolly, Bankruptcy Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, GA

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Dennis J. Connolly is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.

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Atlanta, GEORGIA
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attorney
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Bankruptcy
  • Handles Bankruptcy matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta) (2024).

About Dennis J. Connolly: Dennis J. Connolly is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Dennis J. Connolly

Dennis concentrates on bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Bankruptcy cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Dennis takes bankruptcy matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Dennis J. Connolly — Attorney of Georgia bankruptcy experience

Dennis J. Connolly is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy.

Mr. Connolly’s primary practice is the representation of debtors and creditors’ committees in large Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases. He has been involved in national cases in a number of different industries, including manufacturing, transportation, finance, defense contracting and space and technology. He has appeared in Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas and West Virginia courts.

Mr. Connolly has represented parties in interest in major Chapter 11 cases, including Delta Air Lines, Refco, Inc., Enron Corp., Zale Corporation, Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc., AmeriServe and Winn-Dixie. He is a Fellow of the American College of Bankruptcy and a director of the Southeastern Bankruptcy Law Institute. He has been selected as a leading practitioner by Chambers USA, listed in Super Lawyers magazine and named Lawyer of the Year in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law for 2014 (Atlanta) by Best Lawyers in America. He was named in Super Lawyers magazine’s “Top 100: 2014-2016 Georgia Super Lawyers Top List.” He has been actively involved in the bank crisis, representing bank holding companies and their directors and officers in litigation with bankruptcy trustees. He has represented purchasers of assets in nationwide cases.

Working with Dennis on a bankruptcy matter

Mr. Connolly’s primary practice is the representation of debtors and creditors’ committees in large Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases. He has been involved in national cases in a number of different industries, including manufacturing, transportation, finance, defense contracting and space and technology. He has appeared in Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, New York, North…

Clients Dennis works with

Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Dennis J. Connolly's legal education and bar admissions

  • The University of South Carolina School of Law

    J.D. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Dennis's state bar admissions

  • Georgia, State Bar o

    ACTIVE

  • New York, New York S

    ACTIVE

Dennis studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Dennis completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Dennis J. Connolly

Dennis has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Atlanta)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta)

    2014

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite, 2006-2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Who’s Who Legal: USA, 2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in the Guide to the World’s Leading Insolvency and Restructuring Lawyers, 2006-2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Noted as a “Georgia Super Lawyer” in Atlanta Magazine, 2004-2014 editions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected in 2003-2016 as a leading insolvency practitioner by Chambers & Partners USA

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Atlanta) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Atlanta) (2014). Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026).

Locations

Dennis J. Connolly's office in Atlanta

Dennis's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900

Atlanta, Georgia 30309-3424

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dennis J. Connolly — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dennis

Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dennis J. Connolly

  • How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a bankruptcy case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dennis offer a free consultation?

    Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.

  • How long do bankruptcy cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Dennis is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dennis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Dennis?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dennis accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?

    Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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