Burr Forman

JANUARY 26, 2022

Meek have been recognized in the January 2022 issue of Lawdragon’ s “500 Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers” List. A good lawyer can make all the difference. Hall was named in the Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights, including Litigation specialty. And while that has not (yet?)

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Collections Law

APRIL 2, 2024

When a debtor is delinquent, one of the biggest concerns for creditors is that the debtor doesn’t have enough money to pay what they owe. An ex parte attachment is a legal remedy that allows a creditor to secure a debtor’s assets without prior notice to the debtor. At Law Offices of Alan M. What is an ex parte attachment?

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Collections Law

MARCH 19, 2024

When a debtor is delinquent, one of the biggest concerns for creditors is that the debtor doesn’t have enough money to pay what they owe. An ex parte attachment is a legal remedy that allows a creditor to secure a debtor’s assets without prior notice to the debtor. At Law Offices of Alan M. What is an ex parte attachment?

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Collections Law

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

A company has a right to pursue a debt that is owed to them. State and federal consumer and commercial laws afford methods for creditors to collect the debts that are owed to them. Our lawyers are well-versed in the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). What is ethical debt collection?

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Burr Forman

JUNE 24, 2021

Orlando, FL – June 24, 2021 – Burr & Forman announces that 19 of its Florida attorneys have been selected as 2021 Super Lawyers. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers, and no more than two-and-a-half percent are Rising Stars. Robert Neilson , Creditor Debtor Rights.

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Burr Forman

JANUARY 12, 2022

Burr & Forman announces that 67 of its Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee attorneys have been selected for inclusion among Mid-South Super Lawyers for 2021. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers, and no more than two-and-a-half percent of the lawyers in the state are Rising Stars.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

There is a subset of DIY legal consumers that want legal information, advice and services -- but, they don’t want to pay a lawyer for those items, because they think that lawyers are too expensive, and because they think that they can do a passable job on their own. In certain instances, they’re probably right -- on both counts.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Perhaps the most damning of a series of damning facts about law firms released within the latest Clio Legal Trends Report ( link here ), is this: 89% of lawyers surveyed believed that their law firms followup with potential clients within 24 hours; 62% of law firms actually never follow up with leads at all. I’ll let that sink in.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

While you can technically file bankruptcy for free without a lawyer, it’s important to retain one if possible. With this automatic stay, your creditors won’t be able to garnish your wages, meaning that you can use your earnings to pay your installment plan. Fortunately, filing for bankruptcy places an automatic stay on your assets.

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Taurus Collect

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

They are responsible for pursuing the repayment of debts on behalf of creditors. Understanding the Debt Collection Process The debt collection process typically initiates once a creditor concludes an account is non-performing, meaning the debtor has missed payments for several months.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

An emergency bankruptcy is a bankruptcy filing method that expedites the filing process to stop creditors and bill collectors from seeking debts from borrowers. An automatic stay is an injunction prohibiting creditors from collecting debts. It’s not always clear when it’s the right time to file for emergency bankruptcy.

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Collections Law

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This is obviously a sensitive topic and can be a complex issue for a creditor. However, there are some important things to know: Under Massachusetts law, a creditor has one year from the date of the debtor’s death to make a claim on a debtor’s estate for the amount owed to them. The executor will also facilitate the payment of debts.

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Burr Forman

AUGUST 10, 2020

Bankruptcy and Restructuring Lawyers. Derek is the chair of the firm’s Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy practice group and a Fellow in the American College of Bankruptcy. Mike is also a partner in the firm’s Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy Practice Group.

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Burr Forman

MAY 4, 2021

May 4, 2021 – Burr & Forman announces nine South Carolina attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers 2021 list. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers, and no more than two-and-a-half percent of lawyers in the state are Rising Stars. About Super Lawyers.

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Sawin & Shea

OCTOBER 12, 2022

This includes money in bank accounts as of the date of filing, tax refunds, rights to inherit, and claims against parties for damages. So if you own more equity in your home, the trustee could sell your property, and the profits above $22,750 would be used to pay off creditors. Contact Indiana Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Lawyers.

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Price Meese

JANUARY 29, 2021

On January 22, 2021, Rick Steinberg moderated a panel at the Transportation Lawyers Association virtual Chicago Regional Seminar entitled “An Update on Creditors’ Rights in Bankruptcy.”

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Credit Corp

JANUARY 21, 2021

Find out more about what the law says about your rights when it comes to protecting your credit history. How Does the Law Protect Your Rights Regarding Credit Collections and Reporting? Numerous federal and state laws protect your rights to fair and accurate credit reporting. Credit law can be complex.

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Debt Free Colorado

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Filing Bankruptcy for A Fresh Start in Colorado Whether you’ve lost your job or experienced insurmountable medical expenses on your credit card, or incessant calls from your creditors, you can get a fresh start by declaring bankruptcy. It is an order that clears you of your debt from your creditors, such as credit card or medical bills.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 16, 2021

The new rule also loosens the restrictions on how often creditors can contact you. If all this sounds extremely annoying, you’re absolutely right. Will Creditors Really Contact Me On Social Media? It’s your right to request mailed verification of any debt before making a payment. Unlimited emails. Unlimited text messages.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

And, he told me ‘clients aren’t the problem, I need to hire good lawyers’. Now, that makes for an interesting inflection point in the marketplace – because, I think that, if you asked lawyers what they need more, the answer would be ‘client s , I can never have enough clients’.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 9, 2023

Creditors cannot reclaim any of your property if you default on a loan. However, if the answers to the above questions reveal just how serious your debt situation is, and you feel like you’re drowning, that’s a good indication that bankruptcy may be the right solution for you. Do I Need a Lawyer to File for Bankruptcy?

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Debt Free Colorado

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

You have rights to help you gain control over your debt collection interactions. To learn more about pursuing your legal rights, contact your state’s local consumer agency. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) does not apply to original creditors or cover company obligations.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Firstly, if your employer is also one of your creditors, they will receive a notification when you file. When filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you are required to disclose all of your creditors, and your creditors will receive the official Notice of Bankruptcy Filing from the bankruptcy court clerk.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

That’s right: nothing. If you need to get your schedule right, give us a call. Through a unique partnership between the bar association and Jared Correia 's Red Cave Law Firm Consulting , National Creditors' Bar Association members now have access to experienced law practice management consultants at a special discount rate.

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Burr Forman

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Burr & Forman announces that 73 of its Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee attorneys have been selected for inclusion among Mid-South Super Lawyers for 2020. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers, and no more than two-and-a-half percent of the lawyers in the state are Rising Stars.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Which is kind of shocking, right? Because, if a lawyer had a business owner for a client, said lawyer would most stringently advise that business owner to draft a partnership agreement , if that business owner was to enter upon a partnership. Oh, this one’s easy. Law firms don’t often have partnership agreements.

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UK debt collections

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Debt collection in France: breaking down the different procedures and judicial measures made available to creditors in France. Step 1: Your lawyer will send a formal demand letter to your debtor (‘la mise en demeure’). Step 2: Your lawyer will pursue an amicable, but emotionally detached, settlement between debtor and creditor .

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Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

If you have further questions regarding filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, your best course of action may be to enlist the assistance of Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyers. Seasoned bankruptcy lawyers can untangle the complex intricacies of filing, and they can help you create a financial plan for becoming debt free.

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FDCPA Defense

APRIL 17, 2019

Few things are more fundamental in the law than the principle that a lawyer owes a duty of loyalty to the client, a duty to be vigorous advocate within the bounds of the law, and a duty to maintain the client’s confidences and preserve the attorney-client privilege. This scenario sounds completely outrageous, right? It makes no sense.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

AUGUST 27, 2023

Law firm branding is pretty darn similar, when it comes right down to it. Lawyer bios are similar , as well : went to awesome law school, won big awards, had great achievements – without a word to say about how the attorney actually helps clients. Yeah, Party Cannon , right ? Yes, punk rock bands ?. This is how you stand out.

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Burr Forman

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Hanna is a partner in the firm’s Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy group. Her practice focuses on representing creditors and debtors, both in and out of court, on a variety of issues. Hanna helps clients enforce or restructure debt obligations, including through the bankruptcy process. About Burr & Forman LLP.

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Price Meese

JUNE 2, 2021

Bankruptcy Code, Cross-Border Insolvency, for Continuing Legal Education credit, on June 24 at the 2021 annual conference of the Transportation Lawyers Association in Lake Tahoe, CA. Rick is the Chairman of the Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights Committee of the Transportation Lawyers Association.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MARCH 16, 2023

You know, lawyers going to events, meeting other attorneys and business owners, and thus generating inbound leads to their firms. And, that focus exists for a number of reasons: First, it’s a free (mostly) form of marketing – talk is cheap, right? forever – some lawyers may need to get back to good, old-fashioned referral marketing.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 19, 2022

Filing your taxes after filing for bankruptcy is not as complicated as it may seem, and if you are still confused after doing some research, you can always reach out to a bankruptcy lawyer. Bankruptcy lawyers are important to work with when you file for bankruptcy, but they can be helpful and offer guidance even after you’ve filed.

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Credit Corp

MAY 3, 2023

If you decide to file for bankruptcy, you must next decide which type of bankruptcy is right for you. Most individuals have three options, and understanding Chapter 11 vs. Chapter 13 vs. Chapter 7 is important in making the right decision. How Do You Know Which Bankruptcy Type is Right for You? What Is Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

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Taurus Collect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Understanding your rights as a consumer is crucial when dealing with debt collectors. In the following sections, we will unravel the complex world of consumer rights relating to debt collection in the UK. Right to privacy: Debt collectors are not allowed to share information about your debts with anyone else without your permission.

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Credit Corp

MAY 30, 2023

This decision details the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party. Quasi in rem: Quasi in rem judgments consider the legal rights of individuals and not necessarily all parties involved. That means judgment creditors can seek debt payment from more than your wages and bank accounts. Property liens.

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