When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned: Why Bond & Botes Treats Every Client Like Family

For over 20 years, our mission at Bond & Botes has remained the same: treat every client like we would our own family. In this month’s feature, that mission comes to life through the powerful story of one client who, like so many others, never imagined he’d face bankruptcy—and found strength in support when he needed it most.

“For most of my life, I worked hard, raised my family, paid my bills, and maintained good credit… I never imagined I’d have to file for bankruptcy.” – WHEELER’s Anything, Google Review

After decades of stability working for a 50-year-old company, this client suddenly lost everything when the business was sold and most employees were laid off. What followed was a storm of financial hardship, personal loss, and overwhelming legal pressure. As he faced bills, penalties, and even divorce, he describes feeling like he was "trying to stay afloat in the middle of an ocean."

But amid that storm, he found an anchor: the attorneys at Bond & Botes.

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…What Set Us Apart

In his words, “I consulted several attorneys who made me question their qualifications. Finally, I spoke with Bond & Botes… They were approachable, knowledgeable, and professional where it mattered most.”

That trust is no accident—it’s the result of a firm-wide philosophy Attorney Ron Sykstus highlights in this month’s video. From day one, our goal has been to treat people like people—not just cases or numbers. You’ll always meet with a licensed attorney. You’ll always be heard. And you’ll never be judged.

As Ron shares:

“When people come to us, they’re stressed and can’t sleep. We always say—just come in, let’s talk. Everything you say is confidential, and we’ll help you figure out what makes sense.”

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Everyone Has a Story. This Was His. What’s Yours?

This client didn’t want to file for bankruptcy. Most people don’t. But when life didn’t go as planned, he found someone who listened—who didn’t just give him legal advice, but gave him a lifeline.

“Everyone’s life is different, and we all have our own stories. If you find yourself living in a financial nightmare, know that you have rights. I highly recommend you call Bond & Botes.”

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