Armand J. "Jay" Kornfeld

Litigation - Bankruptcy

4.0 (1 reviews)

Seattle, Washington

22+ years experience

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

206-292-2110

https://www.bskd.com/attorney/armand_kornfeld

601 Union Street, Suite 5000 Seattle WA US

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Bio

J. "Jay" Kornfeld provides comprehensive Litigation - Bankruptcy legal services to Washington clients. Over the course of over two decades, J. "Jay" Kornfeld has handled diverse Litigation - Bankruptcy matters. Through Bush Kornfeld LLP, Armand J. "Jay" Kornfeld provides comprehensive legal services. Clients appreciate J. "Jay" Kornfeld's straightforward advice and commitment to their best interests. Armand J. "Jay" Kornfeld is committed to serving Washington clients with skill and professionalism.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Washington

State Capital

Olympia

Highest Court

Washington Supreme Court

Bar Association

Washington State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Bankruptcy

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Seattle (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Seattle (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Seattle (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Seattle (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Seattle (2019)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Seattle (2017)
Lawyer of the Year: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Seattle (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Bankruptcy, Seattle (2013)
Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy
Practice Area: Admiralty and Maritime Law
Fellow, American College of Bankruptcy
The Best of the U.S., Bankruptcy Lawyer Section
Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Top Washington Business & Transactions Lawyers 2012-2014
Order of the Coif
Seattle Magazine's Top Lawyers, Bankruptcy Law Section
Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers 2000-2015
Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Bankruptcy Section 2005-2015
Seattle Business Magazine's Best Business Lawyers, Bankruptcy Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003

Education

University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1987
University of Notre Dame, BA, graduated 1982

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Reviews

Steven Carter

3 months ago

A knowledgeable and steady hand through a complex business bankruptcy

Our family-owned manufacturing company faced a dire financial situation, and we needed counsel who understood both the legal intricacies and the human impact of Chapter 11. Jay Kornfeld and his team at Bush Kornfeld were exactly that. His deep experience, spanning over two decades in bankruptcy litigation, was immediately apparent. He didn't just cite statutes; he explained our options with clarity, mapping out a realistic reorganization strategy that considered our creditors and our desire to preserve the business. His recent recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' in this field felt well-earned based on his command of the process. The outcome was successful, allowing us to restructure and continue operations. If I had one note, it would be that communication from junior staff could occasionally lag during peak filing periods, but Jay himself was always accessible for critical discussions. I highly recommend him for anyone navigating the turbulent waters of business insolvency.