Bankruptcy Attorney Serving Contra Costa County

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Lawyer Contra Costa, California

The decision to file for bankruptcy is never an easy one. Most people agonize over this choice because they are afraid of how they will be viewed by their family, friends, colleagues and peers.

The truth is, the stigma that was once associated with filing for bankruptcy does not exist anymore. This is because of the tough economic times we are facing and the realization that many hardworking people need this legal avenue in order to achieve a fresh financial start and to be able to continue to help contribute to society in a productive way.

Patrick McMahon has been a bankruptcy lawyer serving Contra Costa County for over 15 years at our our firm. We are committed to helping people learn about bankruptcy and navigating the process if it is the right choice for their situation. To learn if bankruptcy is the right fit for you, we encourage you to contact us today to find out more about our legal services during a free initial consultation at our San Francisco office.

When you visit our office, we will analyze your financial situation to see if you qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing under the current bankruptcy means test. Depending on the amount and kind of debt you have, we can help you determine which type of bankruptcy filing is right for you.

Bankruptcy can help you avoid repossession of items such as cars, and it can also prevent foreclosure. It can help discharge debt that has been overwhelming you and it stops creditor harassment.

Bankruptcy can also create peace of mind because you know you are taking legal steps to help yourself and achieve a fresh start. You cannot be penalized for filing for bankruptcy. No, you cannot be fired. Additionally, you cannot go to jail because you have filed for bankruptcy, unless you commit fraud by not reporting things accurately; and when you work with us, we will not let that happen. We are here to make the process as easy, smooth and painless as possible.

We pride ourselves on our ability to listen carefully to people and then find solutions to their problems. We invite you to bring your questions and find comfort in our answers during a free consultation. We help you with today's issues and tomorrow's goals at the law office of Patrick McMahon.