Geoffrey A. Planer - Gastonia, NC
Attorney at The Law Office of Geoffrey A. Planer
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Gastonia, NC
216 South Marietta Street Gastonia, NC 28052 - 4116
Gastonia Bankruptcy Lawyer
Updated: 04/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Bankruptcy
- Family Law
- Litigation
Attorney Information
Overview
Mr. Planer began the private practice of law in Gaston County, N.C. in 1974. Although Mr. Planer has represented clients dealing with many difficult situations, his practice is focused in the areas of Family Law and Bankruptcy.
Mr. Planer has more than 38 years of experience representing clients in both personal and business bankruptcy. He is a past member of the Panel of Chapter 7 Trustees. In addition to his experience in representing clients, Mr. Planer has participated in events such as CLE (Continuing Legal Education) and Civic Events that help educate other attorneys about Bankruptcy related issues.
Living in Gastonia, N.C., Mr. Planer is active both civically and is a member of First Presbyterian Church of Gastonia where he is and has been a Deacon, Elder and Men’s Bible Class Teacher.
Mr. Planer and his wife Judy have two sons; Jonathan A. Planer, MD of Belmont, N.C., and Christopher D. Planer, DDS of Asheville, N.C.
Education
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Legal Education
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University of North Carolina School of Law,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina
J.D.
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University of North Carolina School of Law,
Chapel Hill,
North Carolina
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Non Legal Education
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Davidson College
B.A.
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Davidson College
Pro Bono Activities
- First Presbyterian Church, Gastonia, N.C
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina, 1974
Other Affiliations
- American Bar Association
- North Carolina Bar Association
- Gaston County Bar Association
Contact
216 South Marietta Street
Gastonia, NC 28052 - 4116
Phone: 704-885-1062
Fax: 704-864-3396
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.planerlawfirm.com
Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM and we close daily for lunch 12:30pm-1:45pm
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