Bankruptcy & Debt

Mr. Jacobs was admitted to the California Bar in 1978 and has been in the private practice of law ever since. As house counsel for a franchise corporation, he has been a member of the American Bar Association committee on Franchise law and has served on the California State Senate small business sub-committee on Franchising. Today, Mr. Jacobs confines his practice to consumer bankruptcy, and business and real estate litigation. Mr. Jacobs has taught Constitutional law and Debtor-Creditor/Bankruptcy law at Cal Northern School of Law continuously since 1988. He has been the Dean of Students there since 1994. He wrote for and was a member of the Bankruptcy Law Network, a group of experienced and knowledgeable consumer bankruptcy practitioners. Additionally, he wrote for Money Health Central on a myriad of financial matters and for the Mortgage Law Network. Mr. Jacobs has authored a chapter in the Aspatore book on "Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Strategies," and has spoken on Bankruptcy law at the Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum, the Central California Bankruptcy Institute, the Southeastern Bankruptcy Institute and at the annual convention of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.

We have helped thousands of clients avoid home foreclosure, car repossession and reduce their other debts. Our experienced team fully understands the complexities of Chapter 13 bankruptcy and Chapter 7 bankruptcy law, and can help you protect your property, reduce your debts and bring your finances under control. At King & King bankruptcy attorneys, we understand that debt can overwhelm and take over your life. Many people file for bankruptcy everyday. It is a safe and responsible way to get out of debt. King & King bankruptcy lawyers can help you get a fresh start.

When faced with mountains of debt, you may feel like there is no way out. Even if you're considering bankruptcy, you may not want to go down that path because of what you have heard about the implications of bankruptcy. Contrary to popular belief, bankruptcy is a way to eliminate your debt easily and simply, whether you file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. The two major chapters of bankruptcy for individuals and families both eliminate your debt, but in very different ways. To see which chapter of bankruptcy is best for you and your unique circumstances, meet with a Kingsport, Tennessee attorney today. If you are going through a contentious divorce, have complex adoption negotiations, child custody or support issues, or domestic violence charges, you'll need an experienced family law attorney at your side. For couples and families throughout Kingsport, Tennessee, I provide them with guidance and support to help them reach an amicable, forward-thinking solution. Throughout my forty years as an attorney, I have earned the respect of clients throughout the Kingsport, Tennessee area. As a result, word-of-mouth gives me the opportunity to work in a variety of areas of the law, including criminal defense. If you have been charged with a DUI, theft, shoplifting, robbery, or sexual assault, you can rely on me for tough defense in your favor. From the moment we meet, I will work diligently on your case by listening to your story and building a strategic argument to increase your chances of a dropped charged or reduced sentence. I can also help you with residential real estate transactions, estate planning and probate matters, and personal injury cases if you've been hurt as a result of the careless or neglectful act of another. No matter what legal situation you may come across, you can expect me to treat your case with the care and respect it deserves in pursuit of a positive result, settlement, or verdict. If you live in Kingsport, Church Hill, Johnson City, or Bristol, Tennessee, call my office today to schedule a consultation. I have more than 40 years of experience helping people just like you search for a better tomorrow.

Carl R. Gustafson is a Certified Bankruptcy Law Specialist with the California Board of Legal Specialization! In 2003, Carl graduated from UCLA Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors in History. In 2005, he was a legal intern for Global Justice in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he drafted sections of human rights situation reports and submitted them to the United Nations and other international bodies. He also researched issues of international jurisdiction and the enforcement of international treaties. Carl went on to graduate with honors from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law in 2007, where he was also an associate editor for the Ecological Law Quarterly. It was Carl's yearning to right wrongs and preventing injustice that made law his calling. When Carl lived in Brazil he enjoyed the sights and playing pickup sports on the beach, but he was also witness to a cold reality: one of corruption and injustice. Carl has a passion for consumer rights. "It made me angry to see people get ripped off," said Carl. "I feel like we are hitting the big guys. We are punching back and making them pay for all the bets they thought they wouldn't get caught in." The confidence and ease of Carl is born of experience that is well beyond his years. He started working with bankruptcy in 2003 when he graduated from UCLA. Carl opened the Lincoln Law California offices and focuses his practice exclusively on bankruptcy law in the East Bay area. In August 2011, Carl was a presenter panelist on Practising Law Institute's seminar and webcast "Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Its Value and How It Benefits Low-Income Debtors."

James Elliott is a native of Tampa, Florida. After graduating from Tampa Jesuit High School, he attended the University of Florida where he received a Bachelor of Arts, and then continued his education at the Florida State University where he received a Master of Arts. Mr. Elliott received his Juris Doctor degree from the Syracuse University College of Law, where he served as Articles Editor for the Labor Lawyer Journal, and earned a Certificate of Concentration in Corporate Counsel. Mr. Elliott also earned a Certificate in Financial Management from Cornell University, and was named a Super Lawyer rising star in 2017. He has published several articles in various legal journals around the country, including the American Bankruptcy Institute Journal. Mr. Elliott began his career as a judicial extern with a former bankruptcy judge, Judge Stephen D. Gerling of the Northern District of New York. Mr. Elliott then continued to practice bankruptcy law and consumer protection in Tampa, Florida and joined the McIntyre Thanasides law firm in 2010. Mr. Elliott represents clients through personal and business bankruptcy, as well as out-of-court debt restructurings. Whether representing businesses or individuals, Mr. Elliott takes pride in advocating for his clients’ interest and assisting clients in creating financial plans that meet their particular goals. Mr. Elliott is a member of the Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association, the Temple Terrace Bar Association and the Florida Bar. In addition to growing up in Tampa and dedicating his career to assisting Tampa Bay area residents, he also raises his family of two children in Tampa. He enjoys volunteering as a youth soccer coach and is the President of the Florida Soccer Club, Spirit of Tampa Bay.

L. LABAN LEVY is a partner with the law firm of Simon, Fitzgerald, Cooke, Reed & Welch. Mr. Levy graduated from Northwestern State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration in 1998 and received his Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Civil Law degree from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University Law School in 2002. Mr. Levy's practice is primarily in the area of Consumer Bankruptcy. Mr. Levy was admitted to practice in Louisiana in 2003. He served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Chief Judge Henry N. Brown, Jr. for the Louisiana Second Circuit Court of Appeals from 2003 through 2004. He is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.

Daniel Schlanger is a partner at Kakalec & Schlanger, LLP, where he heads the firm's consumer practice. His practice focuses on representing victims of unfair collection tactics, predatory lending, hidden fees, auto fraud, defective products, and other marketplace injustice. The firm brings affirmative litigation (including class actions and significant individual claims) on behalf of consumers and also regularly represents consumers who have been sued on significant debts, including credit card debt, medical debt, auto loans, home loans, lines of credit, personal guarantees, etc. Dan joined Kakalec & Schlanger, LLP's predecessor firm (Schlanger & Schlanger) in 2007 after working as a staff attorney at Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, where he was a member of that organization’s consumer law unit, and helped to found a program focused on wage and hour litigation on behalf of low-income workers. Prior to that, Dan clerked for the Hon. R. Lanier Anderson, III on the United States Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit. Dan received his law degree from Harvard Law School, cum laude, in 2004. He received his undergraduate degree from Carleton College, magna cum laude, in 1994.

We give you the leverage you need to make sound decisions when disputes rise to the level of litigation. By quickly and aggressively advancing your interests, we efficiently and effectively move cases toward conclusion, whether by pre-trial settlement, alternative dispute resolution, pre-trial judgment, or trial. Every minute and dime you spend on litigation is time and money taken away from what's important to you. Therefore, we actively prosecute your claims and defenses so that you can focus on what's most important to you.

Financial difficulties can affect anyone, sometimes resulting in overwhelming debt that becomes difficult to manage. The Law Offices of Marc A. Ominsky, LLC assists individuals in exploring solutions for debt relief and provides direct, personalized guidance to help clients address their financial concerns. With more than 50 years of combined legal experience, the attorneys at the firm have guided many clients through challenges involving debt and bankruptcy. Their practice also extends to family law, business law, DUI defense, traffic violations, personal injury cases, and a wide range of other legal matters. If you are facing financial or legal challenges, contact the Law Offices of Marc A. Ominsky, LLC by calling 443-539-8712 or complete our contact form online to schedule a consultation and learn how the firm can help.

While attempting to keep to a budget and redistribute debt payment in order to keep your family fed or run your business, bills will continue to pile up, creditors will continue to harass you, and you could face severe consequences, such as the foreclosure of your home or garnishment of your wages. I'm Mark Atchley, an experienced, dedicated bankruptcy attorney serving clients in Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Tempe, Phoenix and all over Maricopa and Pinal counties. I offer strategic advocacy and counsel to help individuals, families and businesses get out of debt through bankruptcy solutions. If you are struggling to make ends meet, feel overwhelmed by creditors or the looming possibility of foreclosure, I can help you seek the fresh start you need to achieve financial independence.