About The Fast Filers

The bankruptcy process is guided by federal rules that are designed to help consumers and businesses get rid of their debt under the protection of the United States Bankruptcy Court here in Colorado. The attorneys at Weselis & Suchoparek LLC believe that no one should feel burdened by insurmountable debt if it negatively affects their ability to live an enjoyable life. Bankruptcy is a legal remedy that helps individuals get out from under debt. Unfortunately, the term bankruptcy has acquired a negative reputation over the past few decades. This is simply unfortunate because filing for bankruptcy is a business decision and does not reflect negatively against you personally. Sometimes individuals find themselves in a situation where they can no longer afford to pay the debts that they have incurred and the bankruptcy option is their only solution.

The attorneys at Weselis & Suchoparek, LLC are dedicated to helping individuals regain their financial freedom. We specialize in the area of bankruptcy and are determined to work hard to ensure that you will receive the best possible solution based upon your unique circumstances.

It is our firm's belief that personal attention and dedication to each case is an absolute necessity. Anything short of this standard is unsatisfactory and is not the reason our clients come to our firm. We are unlike some law firms that advertise bankruptcy services, some of which are located outside Colorado or just run their business as a 'bankruptcy mill' without providing the personal attention to every bankruptcy case that we believe is needed and deserved by the client. We are located in Denver, Colorado and provide legal services throughout every part of the State of Colorado. Thus, it does not matter if you are located in Denver, Fort Collins, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, or Grand Junction; we are ready to help you through the bankruptcy process.

The bankruptcy process is complicated and the Colorado bankruptcy attorneys at Weselis & Suchoparek LLC will explain every step of the process to you in order to ensure that you understand all aspects of your bankruptcy. The road to your financial success and the accumulation of wealth is only one phone call away. We look forward to helping you eliminate your debt today!

Michael Suchoparek, Managing Partner

Michael has experience representing various national banks in Colorado bankruptcy and Colorado foreclosure proceedings. Additionally, Michael has worked for a United States District Court judge, in the Central District of California; the U.S. Department of Justice located in the Northern District of New York; and a federal Bankruptcy judge in the Central District of California. Michael has also worked as an Assistant Professor of Political Science and Justice Studies at Fort Hays State University located in Kansas and continues to teach there as an adjunct instructor of Justice Studies in the Justice Studies department and is a Colorado Bar Exam grader for the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Admissions. In addition, Michael served in the United States Army upon graduation of high school.

Michael received a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a Master of Public Administration from Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs in Syracuse, NY. Michael received his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law as well. His legal experience primarily focuses upon bankruptcy, foreclosure and tax.

Michael also enjoys traveling and living abroad. He has lived abroad in Guatemala and the Czech Republic and has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Central America, and South-East Asia. He is an avid skier and snowboarder, taking full advantage of the Colorado High Country when he can find time. You will be delighted to find Michael's easygoing personality working with you throughout the bankruptcy process.

Elisa Weselis, Managing Partner

Elisa has extensive experience working in the federal judiciary. She has served as Federal Law Clerk for a United States Bankruptcy Judge in the Central District of California, which is a very prestigious position in the legal field. Additionally, she has worked for federal judges in the Central District of New York, the Central District of California, and the Western District of New York. There are not many attorneys in Colorado with such experience working inside Chambers with Federal Judges. This experience allows our firm to understand what goes on inside the judges chambers because she has experience on the 'inside'. Elisa brings a vast understanding of federal and state law to you having also worked for the United States Department of Justice in New York. Elisa has also taught undergraduate students pre-law courses at Fort Hays State University as an Instructor of Political Science and was also one of the first American women to teach American Constitutional Law to the students in communist China during the Spring of 2005 in Beijing, China.

Elisa received her Bachelor of Arts in Law and Society, with a minor in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Elisa earned her Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law where she also served as Assistant Editor of the National Italian American Bar Association's Law Journal. Elisa enjoys all types of travel, outdoor activities and cultural events. An excellent communicator with a pleasant personality, Elisa is dedicated to serving her clients.

Katrina DeMarte, Associate Attorney

Katrina has a wide variety of experience in different areas of the law. Prior to joining our office, Katrina worked at a small general practice law firm where she focused on criminal and family law. After moving to Denver, she worked at the Denver City Attorney’s Office in the Municipal Operations Division where she focused on tax, prison, property, and municipal law. She also worked at the El Paso County District Attorney’s Office where she assisted in felony cases and the Veteran’s Trauma Court which works to rehabilitate members of our armed services that have committed crimes. She will use this experience to aid in the many cross over issues that are found in bankruptcy and civil law.

Katrina received her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Michigan. While at Northern Michigan University, Katrina was an outside hitter and libero on the club volleyball team. She also was a founding member of the Northern Michigan University Car Club. Katrina received her Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. While in law school, Katrina served as the Managing Editor of the Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law and was a Senior Member of the Mock Trial Club. Katrina graduated from law school cum laude at the top of her class. In her free time, Katrina enjoys snowmobiling, working on vintage cars, and going to Detroit Red Wings games.

Support Staff

Every member of our staff must live up to the highest standards of professional excellence, ethical conduct, and total dedication to the interests of our clients. Although we are personally involved in every bankruptcy case and meet with every client, everyone here at the Law Office of Weselis & Suchoparek LLC, is “your team.” We operate like a well-oiled machine thanks to our personnel and that efficiency means more affordable Colorado bankruptcy solutions for you.