Chicago Chapter 13 Lawyers

There are many Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyers throughout Chicago and its suburbs. What you need to remember is that every lawyer is different. There are different styles of practice and there are different levels of experience. Additionally, you should visit the attorney’s office and take notice of a few things. Is the office neat, clean and in order? Is the staff friendly and attentive? Is the attorney willing to spend some time with you or are you being shuffled around dealing with support staff? Has the attorney been engaged in the practice of bankruptcy, particularly Chapter 13, for a number of years? Is the attorney familiar with the process, the court system and the players? Can the attorney make multiple suggestions and options regarding your financial situation? If the answer to all of the above questions is “yes”, then you have found yourself a good law firm. If not, then I suggest that you keep looking and do more homework on the attorneys in your local city or suburb.