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Your local bankruptcy guide in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Robert Pohl has helped residents regain financial freedom for over 25 years.

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Robert A. Pohl – Bankruptcy Attorney

Robert A. Pohl is a seasoned bankruptcy attorney holding a J.D., LL.M. in Tax, and an MBA. Admitted in the U.S. Virgin Islands and multiple states, he has spent more than 25 years helping individuals and businesses overcome debt.

Each client is unique, and each situation is unique. The difference between good and amazing service is not only addressing the common problems but tailoring solutions to attend to each detail that is unique. I believe in taking the time to get to know each client and making sure that they are well taken care of.

Financial freedom starts with honest advice and tailored strategy.
  • 25+ years guiding clients through bankruptcy
  • Admitted in the U.S. Virgin Islands and multiple states
  • Advanced degrees in Law, Taxation and Business

Contact

Proudly Serving Clients in the Virgin Islands

Offices
St. Thomas

5316 Yacht Haven Grande, Suite N-104, Box 30
St. Thomas, VI 00802

St. John

5000 Estate Enighed, P.O. Box 343
St. John, VI 00830

St. Croix

6002 Diamond Ruby, Suite 3, PMB 633
Christiansted, VI 00820

Professional Summary

Overview

Bankruptcy and financial‑litigation attorney practicing since 2000, serving individuals and businesses across the U.S. Virgin Islands through offices on St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix.

Practice Focus

Founder of POHL, P.A. and POHL Bankruptcy, LLC with a practice centered on debtor representation and strategic financial guidance.

Additional Expertise

Experience includes distressed debt, bankruptcy filings and litigation, tax litigation and planning, corporate and securities work, real estate, estate planning, and related matters.

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Legal Experience

POHL, P.A. – President 2012–Present

Established a boutique law firm specializing in financial litigation including distressed debt purchases, hard money lending, bankruptcy, tax litigation and planning, estate planning, securities offerings and corporate services for small to mid‑sized clients.

Developed a fully integrated and paperless practice managing 749 clients and generating over $1MM in annual fees as a sole practitioner using automated systems and customized software.

  • Financial litigation
  • Practice automation
POHL Bankruptcy, LLC – Manager 2021–Present

Established a bankruptcy firm focused on representing debtors in filings, litigation and related matters.

  • Debtor advocacy
  • Bankruptcy litigation
POHL Capital, LLC (dba POHL Realty) – Manager 201?–Present

Founded a real estate brokerage specializing in listing, marketing and selling distressed residential and commercial property.

  • Distressed property sales
  • Brokerage management
POHL Title Company, LLC – Manager & Sole Member 2012–Present

Manage a title insurance agency licensed with First American Title Insurance Company within South Carolina.

  • Title insurance
  • Agency management
POHL Talent Management, LLC – Manager 2018–Present

Established a talent agency representing musicians, writers, actors, athletes and other performers.

  • Talent representation
  • Contract negotiation
POHL Property Management, LLC – Manager & Sole Member 2012–2013

Managed and sold a property management business overseeing residential and commercial properties including investment homes, a bar, a restaurant and a hotel.

  • Property management
  • Asset disposition
Stodghill Law Firm Chartered – Associate 2011–2012

Performed duties similar to a corporate bankruptcy associate, supporting complex restructuring matters.

  • Corporate bankruptcy
  • Client counseling
The Cooper Law Firm – Corporate Bankruptcy Associate 2010–2011

Interviewed, negotiated and managed individuals and businesses in restructuring debt and monetizing assets through financing, liability restructuring and bankruptcy filings.

Drafted and argued adversarial proceedings, motions, applications and plans before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

  • Adversarial litigation
  • Restructuring strategy
Resurgent Capital Services, LP – Manager, Legal Services Compliance 2009–2010

Analyzed distressed asset portfolios ranging from $2MM–$500MM and developed litigation and liquidation plans to maximize recovery.

Managed bankruptcy litigation, foreclosure and international mortgage servicing departments overseeing secured accounts across North America and the Caribbean.

  • Distressed asset recovery
  • Portfolio management
Fell, Marking, Abkin, Montgomery, Granet & Raney, LLP – Associate 2008–2009

Produced formation documents, licensing applications and related materials to establish and finance businesses.

Drafted legal memos, briefs, opinions and research related to taxes, liability, insurance, real property and land use.

  • Business formation
  • Legal research
Quality Home Loans – General Counsel, Executive Managing Director 2007–2008

Formed a Delaware LLC to acquire, sell, securitize and trade mortgage loans and similar instruments.

Negotiated leases and agreements, arranged capital and oversaw licensing to originate, sell and securitize financial instruments.

  • Securitization
  • Capital raising
Quality Home Loans – General Counsel, Executive Managing Director 2006–2007

Managed legal, correspondent and capital‑markets divisions completing ~$1B in mortgage originations and securities annually.

Raised $60MM in private equity and $50MM in commercial paper while establishing $300MM in credit facilities.

  • Mortgage finance
  • Compliance management
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. – First Vice President, Senior Legal Counsel 2002–2006

Managed teams purchasing, selling and securitizing approximately $9B per month of mortgage loans.

Drafted and negotiated agreements, advised on underwriting and servicing issues and developed compliance procedures.

  • Mortgage securitization
  • Regulatory compliance
California Association of REALTORS®, Inc. – Corporate Attorney 2001–2002

Prepared formation documents, acquired venture capital and advised officers and directors across nine entities.

Handled acquisitions, IP matters, contract negotiations and compliance for campaign and political laws.

  • Corporate governance
  • Intellectual property
KPMG, LLP – Senior Tax Specialist 2000–2001

Interpreted state tax and corporate codes to devise plans decreasing taxes by over 80%.

Implemented tax‑minimization strategies and secured a $20MM refund through incentives and credit programs.

  • Tax planning
  • Incentive negotiation
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Education

Highlights of Robert’s academic background.

Law

  • LL.M., Taxation (Cum Laude), University of San Diego School of Law, 2000
  • Juris Doctor, University of San Diego School of Law, 1999

Business

  • MBA, International Business, University of San Diego Graduate Business School, 1999

International Study

  • Merit Certificate, International Corporate Structure, Institute on International & Comparative Law, Paris, 1996

Undergraduate

  • Baccalaureus Artium, English Literature, Boston College, 1991
  • Merit Certificate, English Literature, Harris Manchester College, Oxford University, 1990
Courses & Certifications
  • Bankruptcy Law Workshop, ABA, 2023
  • Certified Mediator Training, 2021

Admissions & Courts

Admissions

  • California (2000)
  • District of Columbia (2002)
  • Tennessee (2008)
  • North Carolina (2009)
  • South Carolina (2010)

Courts

  • United States Federal Courts (2000)
  • United States Tax Court (2000)
  • United States Supreme Court (2006)
  • United States Bankruptcy Court (2010)

Additional Licenses

Insurance

  • Insurance Broker: South Carolina (2013) Learn more

Real Estate

  • Real Estate Broker: South Carolina (2012) Learn more

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