DebtStoppers
The experienced bankruptcy lawyers at DebtStoppers can help you move from financial distress to the peace of mind you deserve. To learn about the life-changing power of bankruptcy, contact our office today for a FREE, no obligation consultation. The sooner you act, the sooner you can start to breathe freely again. Unclaimed: Claim this business
Jones & Walden, LLC
Founded in 2001 by Leon S. Jones and Philip M. Walden Jr., Jones & Walden, LLC, is a boutique law firm in the heart of midtown Atlanta, Georgia. Our law firm's largest practice areas concentrate on commercial dispute resolutions, including litigation, with an emphasis on: -Debtor-creditor disputes and problem loans -Corporate restructuring -Bankruptcy petitions -Intellectual property matters, including both copyright…
T. Fleming and Associates, LLC
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy in Georgia, you need an expert to help you through the process. At T. Fleming & Associates we specialize in consumer bankruptcy in Georgia, but we also have subject matter experts (SME's) on bankruptcy alternatives available to assist you and help you to decide if a bankruptcy is the right choice for you,…
Woodall & Woodall
With more than 34 years of combined experience, our lawyers have assisted over 22,000 individuals in bankruptcy filings. We are a south Georgia based personal and business bankruptcy law office with a legal staff that has well over 15 years of bankruptcy experience.
Bankruptcy Lawyer Atlanta
Atlanta bankruptcy law firm serving the community with pride.
Berry & Associates
Berry & Associates is a Georgia bankruptcy law firm. Our attorneys and lawyers can help with chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy. Call to schedule a free consultation at our Atlanta office. Over 20 years of bankruptcy and Social Security experience. Our firm has helped thousands of Georgians successfully eliminate debt and win disability benefits. Unclaimed: Claim this business
Bob Phillips & Associates, P.C.
At the law office of B. Phillips & Associates, P.C., we provide professional help with bankruptcy law, mortgage security, and tax law. Schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys today.
Bob Phillips & Associates, P.C.
At the law office of B. Phillips & Associates, P.C., we provide professional help with bankruptcy law, mortgage security, and tax law. Schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys today.
Brian M. Douglas & Associates
Brian Douglas is an Atlanta bankruptcy attorney that helps individuals and families with debt problems, and Chapters 7 & 13 debt solutions.
Coleman & Chambers, LLP
At Coleman & Chambers, LLP we focus on a variety of issues . If you have been seriously injured in an automobile or other accident, we can advise you of your legal rights. Debts getting out of control? We have attorneys who can assist you get a fresh start in bankruptcy with either a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 case.…
Fred P. Kross P.C.
We concentrate our practice in the areas of consumer bankruptcy (chapter 7 & 13), real estate, wills, probate and business law. Filing bankruptcy can provide you with a fresh financial start. For most people, filing a bankruptcy is considered the last resort, but actually it could provide a "second chance".
Law office of Fred Kross P.C.
We offer the personal service that you will not get from the large "bankruptcy mills". You will always be able to call us and speak to an attorney (not just a receptionist or legal secretary). If bankruptcy is the best solution, we will help you consider the full range of options including Chapter 7 or 13.
Law Office of Jeffrey B. Kelly, P.C.
At the Law Office of Jeffrey B. Kelly, P.C. we specialize in personal bankruptcy. We can concentrate on delivering the results you want by having one field of focus. Our attorneys provide legal expertise in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases to alleviate the burden on your shoulders. If you're in the Rome district and looking to file for bankruptcy,… Unclaimed: Claim this business
Law Offices of Michael R. Rethinger, LLC
Atlanta bankruptcy lawyers of the Law Offices of Michael R Rethinger, LLC help good people through tough economic times, explain bankruptcy laws and answer all your questions. Unclaimed: Claim this business
McCallar Law Firm
McCallar Law Firm has been providing general civil trial services in both State and Federal jurisdictions since 1976. When our clients succeed, we succeed. We strive to make lasting relationships with our clients, and do so by being guided by the following principles: Our clients deserve our personal and timely attention. Our work must be thorough and effective. We are…
Sandberg Law Firm, LLC
When you are considering filing for bankruptcy in Georgia, you are going to need to retain experienced counsel who knows the law inside and out. The GA bankruptcy attorneys at Sandberg Law Firm specialize in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy law, and they know their business. When you work with Sandberg Law Firm you are retaining highly focused Georgia…
Schofield Law Firm, P.C.
The Schofield Law Firm is a general practice firm serving southeast Georgia from the community of Brunswick.
The Angell Law Firm
We handle Chapter 7 & 13 bankruptcy for people all over Atlanta and the state of Georgia.
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Basic Difference Between Bankruptcy Lawyer and Debt Settlement Attorney
While it's common that a bankruptcy attorney is also well-qualified to act as a debt settlement attorney, you should understand an important distinction between the two legal means of resolving debts.
A debt settlement attorney will represent you with your creditors to negotiate a workable payment plan, and perhaps even negotiate a reduction in the total amount you owe. However, the debt settlement attorney will work separately with each creditor. In addition, the creditors aren't obligated to sit down at the table with your debt settlement attorney.
In contrast, if you file for bankruptcy, your bankruptcy lawyer represents your interests before the bankruptcy court. The bankruptcy court does have the power to compel your creditors to participate in the proceeding. You've now centralized all claims against you into a single proceeding. Your bankruptcy lawyer will still be negotiating with your creditors, but now under the supervision of the bankruptcy court.
A challenge to filing for bankruptcy is that it can have legal implications beyond the bankruptcy proceeding itself and is a matter of public record. You may find it preferable for a debt settlement attorney to help you resolve your debt issues privately, especially if you have only one or two major creditors.
A bankruptcy attorney can help advise you whether filing for bankruptcy or working privately is the right option for you.
Sources of Bankruptcy Law
The main bankruptcy laws in the United States are federal laws. If you do file for bankruptcy, you'll be filing in a federal bankruptcy court. A bankruptcy attorney must be admitted to practice in the federal court district where you're located in order to represent you in the bankruptcy court.
In addition, each state does have its own laws that can impact your case, such as homestead exemption laws that determine how you can protect your home during the bankruptcy process.
Basic Bankruptcy Law
The Bankruptcy Code is commonly known by its various chapters, such as Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Simply put, the chapter under which your bankruptcy lawyer will recommend you file will depend on whether you're filing as an individual or a legal entity. The chapter selection will also depend on whether you want to liquidate your assets to pay off your debts or reorganize your debts into a single payment plan.
Each chapter has its own requirements, so you might only be eligible for one type of bankruptcy. Your bankruptcy lawyer will help determine which chapters are available to you.
The goal of the bankruptcy proceeding is to offer you a fresh start once it's over. This doesn't mean you can avoid paying your debts through bankruptcy, only that your bankruptcy attorney will help you negotiate a manageable resolution.
