About Andrew

Andrew Sarapas practices insolvency regulation at Ranger Copeland French, P.A., positioned in Brunswick, Maine. A member of the Maine State Bar since 1998, he focuses on assisting people and agencies grappling with monetary difficulties. The firm mainly focuses on insolvency instances, providing comprehensive legal help tailor-made to the needs of every client. In addition to bankruptcy law, the firm additionally addresses actual estate matters, ensuring clients navigate property transactions with confidence and readability. Sarapas earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Maine School of Law in 1998, a pivotal step in his legal career. Before pursuing his Juris Doctor, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Clark University in 1980.

His academic adventure also consists of a Licence d’anglais and a Certificat d’Etudes Françaises from Université de Dijon, finished in 1982. This diverse instructional background gave him strong analytical and verbal exchange abilities, which are important in the legal field, especially in insolvency regulation. Most of Sarapas's practice revolves round representing clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. He meticulously guides clients through the details of the bankruptcy process—from preliminary consultations to courtroom appearances. Each case usually includes debt relief negotiations, asset protection techniques, and strict compliance with federal bankruptcy laws. His thoroughness guarantees that clients are nicely-informed and organized at each stage of their bankruptcy hearings.

In 1998, Sarapas served as a judicial regulation clerk, a role that considerably enhanced his understanding of courtroom procedures and legal requirements. This position concerned assisting judges with case studies and drafting opinions. This gives invaluable insights into the workings of the justice system. His knowledge on this ability deepened his information of bankruptcy regulation, which he now applies to his practice at Ranger Copeland French, P.A. His commitment to helping clients achieve financial stability is clear in his thorough strategy to each case, ensuring that their most effective pursuits are always prioritized. Active within the legal community, Sarapas is a member of numerous professional organizations, which includes the American Bankruptcy Institute and the Knox County Bar Association.

These memberships allow him to live abreast of the most modern advancements in insolvency regulation and to network with other lawyers. He additionally participates within the Waldo County Bar Association, contributing to community legal initiatives. Andrew Sarapas is dedicated to offering powerful legal solutions to clients in want, making him an informed advocate for the ones facing monetary challenges in Maine.

Education

University of Maine School of Law

J.D. (1998) | Law

1995

Universite de Dijon

Licence d’anglais; Certificat d’Etudes Françaises, 2ème degré (1982) | French and English

1981

Clark University

B.A. (1980) | English

1976

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) French (Spoken, Written) Italian (Written)

Experience

Judicial Law Clerk

Maine Superior Court
1998

Accepted Jurisdictions

1st Circuit
Maine

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Maine Superior Court State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

bankruptcy real estate law

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Court appearances

Professional Associations

Maine State Bar Association

Current

American Bankruptcy Institute

Current

Knox County Bar Association

Current

Waldo County Bar Association

Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 20 Federal Street Brunswick ME 04011