Mr. Brent C Diefenderfer

Brent practices a client-first approach in the practice of law. He identifies multiple courses of action; gives straightforward advice and diligently works to achieve results. Brent is detailed oriented and ensures his clients’ matters are handled correctly, efficiently and in a cost-effective manner. His diverse clientele includes individuals, businesses and government entities in the following representative matters: Bankruptcy, Debt Restructuring & Financial “Workouts”. Brent represents individual and business clients in implementing a debt reduction strategy that is appropriate to their unique situation - including Bankruptcy under Chapters 7, 13 or 11 of the Bankruptcy Code, creditor negotiation, mortgage loan modification or real estate “short sale.” Brent’s bankruptcy practice has saved dozens of clients’ homes and cars from foreclosure and repossession, has resolved burdensome tax obligations and has given scores of clients a “fresh start” and debt-free future. He is certified as a Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist by the American Board of Certification, and is the second attorney in York and Adams Counties to hold this designation. Asset Protection. Brent advises clients on structuring their personal and business affairs to minimize risk and to protect and preserve valuable assets. Estate Planning. Brent develops and implements estate plans for individuals and families to preserve family wealth through tax-favored planning techniques, including wills, trusts, family partnerships and charitable giving. Business Law. Brent represents businesses and is a trusted advisor on issues such as choice of business entity, commercial leases and the complex steps of a business purchase and asset acquisition. Real Estate Law. Brent represents clients in residential and commercial real estate purchases, refinances, title insurance and landlord tenant matters. Civil Litigation. When personal and commercial disputes cannot be amicably resolve

Dickinson School of Law

J.D. (2004)

2001 - 2004

Dickinson College

B.A. (2001)

1997 - 2001

Honors: Cum Laude

Attorney

CGA Law Firm

2009 - Current

Trial Defense Attorney

US Army Judge Advocate General's Corp (JAG)

2005 - 2009

Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist

American Board of Certification

2013 Pro Bono Award

York County Bar Association

2013

Army Commendation Award

US Army

2007

For service in Operation Iraqi Freedom

Middle District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

2009 - Current

Pennsylvania

Since 2004

Federal Circuit

Since 2009

• Credit Cards Accepted

• Asset Protection