About Buckrop & VanDeVelde Legal Services
Buckrop & VanDeVelde has been an expert in the field of asset protection and debt relief in the Quad Cities for 15 years. We are a family firm that focuses on our clients. The attorneys and staff are available to answer your questions throughout the process.
Despite being a small firm, we have combined 40 years of experience. In addition to our decades of experience, our firm utilizes a powerful research system, giving our attorneys access to any case nationwide, ensuring you have the best representation available. We can provide you with excellent service and expertise, whatever your needs.
Our office is located downtown Rock Island, Illinois, just a short distance from both Iowa and Illinois federal courthouses. Our lawyers and professional staff proudly serve clients throughout Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. Contact us to arrange a consultation with an experienced attorney today.
Testimonials
John VanDeVelde is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, professional and courteous. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him. Thank you John, for helping us through our very difficult situation, and showing us that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
- A.
I filed bankruptcy in 2011 with John. He was so great. He helped me through everything. He really saved me. I visit him a lot. The whole firm is full of great people. I would recommend them to anybody, and I have! Great help for such a great price too.
- D.
I just wanted to thank you for being so kind to my husband and I during this very stressful time. Your genuine concern is very evident, and so is the fact that you not only enjoy what you do, but you are also very good at it!
Thank you for making us feel comfortable and confident in the decisions we have made in filing bankruptcy. We were very anxious walking in to your office yesterday, but by the time we left, we were relaxed and felt much more at ease.
That is due to the fact that you treated us like “family”. Thank you so much for all of your hard work. It is very much appreciated. I hope you have a wonderful friday, and a fantastic weekend to enjoy your giggling little guy! We will be in touch soon.
- H.
This law firm is the absolute best!!! They were always there whenever we needed help and in getting questions answered. You were never pushed aside Grade a service. Even 2 years after our discharge they were there to answer questions that came up. Mary Kay is awesome to work with. I would highly recommend this law firm!!
- K.
Bruce A. Buckrop
Partner
Bruce Buckrop has been a practicing Debtor’s attorney for over 35 years in Western Illinois, and Eastern Iowa. Mr. Buckrop was born and raised in Rock Island, Illinois where he graduated from Rock Island High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts from St. Ambrose University. He received his Juris Doctorate Degree from Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Mr. Buckrop attends two bankruptcy conferences annually ensuring that he stays up to date on the latest in the law. In addition, he is a member of several State and National Associations such as the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the Federal Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Rock Island County Bar Association. When Quad Cities news organizations need an expert on bankruptcy, they often turn to Mr. Buckrop for his input.
John M. VanDeVelde
Partner
John VanDeVelde has been a practicing Debtor’s attorney since 2009. Mr. VanDeVelde was born and raised in Moline, Illinois, and he attended Alleman High School. Mr. VanDeVelde received his Bachelor of Arts from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, and he received his Juris Doctorate from Saint Louis University in Saint Louis, Missouri. Mr. VanDeVelde attends two bankruptcy conferences annually in order to stay up-to-date on the latest in bankruptcy law. In addition, he is a member of several State and Federal Associations such as the Illinois Bar Association, Rock Island County Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, and the American Bankruptcy Institute.
Mary Kay VanDeVelde
Mary Kay brings a quarter-century of specialized experience in bankruptcy and financial resolution to clients. Whether you are an individual seeking personal debt relief or a business needing to restructure or navigate insolvency, Mary Kay's background in business accounting and status as an Enrolled Agent with the IRS ensure a thorough and knowledgeable approach.
Nancy Nouchanthavong
Nancy brings 15 years of dedicated experience in the bankruptcy field, playing a vital role in our clients' journeys toward financial resolution. She meticulously prepares case files and expertly manages all client documentation, ensuring every detail is handled with care and precision. Nancy's commitment and experience are instrumental in guiding clients smoothly through the necessary procedural steps.