Baltimore Bankruptcy Attorney

Bankruptcy Lawyer Serving Baltimore County & Montgomery County, MD

Many Maryland residents and small businesses are suffering from a crushing debt load, and are unable to cover their bills. The pressure of this situation can be overwhelming, and the constant creditor calls, threatening letters from mortgage companies or vendors, and the inability to pay the bills can destroy families and make life a constant battle. Juggling payments and hassling with creditors from the moment you wake up and into the evening is too much to expect any person to deal with. There are legal solutions that are part of federal law to assist small businesses, families and individuals who are in this situation. The bankruptcy laws offer the opportunity to make a fresh start. It is important that you get legal assistance from a skilled Baltimore bankruptcy lawyer if you are in this situation. At The Aylward Law Firm, the legal team takes your circumstances personally and will assist clients in fighting to resolve their financial situation through the use of bankruptcy law and collection action defense.

Bankruptcy Help in Baltimore

Attorney Jillian Aylward is a Baltimore bankruptcy lawyer with over 25 years of experience assisting clients in Baltimore and Montgomery County, as well as Rockville and DC to resolve serious debt matters with proven legal representation. Ms. Aylward served as a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee for 8 years, and also as the Chairperson of Consumer Bankruptcy Committee, Boston Bar Association for several years. This background and experience has resulted in a powerful understanding of all aspects of bankruptcy law, and a stronger ability to help the client, no matter how extreme the situation. Your best interests will always be of utmost concern and helping you to find the solution for your personal or business financial problems is a priority. The Aylward Law Firm assists clients with personal and small business bankruptcy in all types of bankruptcy and debt-related matters, including Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, loan modification, foreclosure defense, Chapter 11 bankruptcy, debt settlement and creditor harassment defense.

By contacting the firm to discuss your case, you can find out which Chapter may be best for you, how to approach the means test, what is required in terms of credit counseling in order to file your bankruptcy petition, the potential benefits of bankruptcy and what to expect during the bankruptcy process. You can find out more about how the bankruptcy timeline works and when you should be able to discharge your debt. You can even get helpful guidance regarding what to expect in life after bankruptcy. When you have all of the information that pertains to your particular financial situation, you can make choices that are truly in your best interests. Relief from overwhelming debt, constant creditor contact and even foreclosure may be much closer than you think. All you have to do to get started is contact a bankruptcy lawyer at the firm.

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, it is important that you are aware of the common misconceptions regarding bankruptcy. Some believe that filing for bankruptcy is a sign of failure; however, nothing could be further from the truth. Bankruptcy is a tool that was designed by the government to give people a chance for a clean slate. When debts get overwhelming to the point that they cannot be repaid, this could allow you to have a second chance. Another common misconception is that all of your property will be liquidated. While Chapter 7 bankruptcy does allow you to liquidize your assets in order to repay your creditors, it does not mean that you will lose all of your possessions. It is also important to remember that just because you file for bankruptcy, it does not mean that every debt will be eliminated. If you have more questions regarding bankruptcy, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the team.

Eliminate debt, stop foreclosure and put an end to creditor harassment!

When facing crushing debt, you want to know that the attorney you choose to assist you in resolving the situation has compassion and integrity. When frightened that you will lose your home, your business or your assets it is important to get immediate legal help. The idea of a bankruptcy filing can be frightening and upsetting, but in actuality, this legal action is to protect you, the citizen, from the situation you are facing. It was recognized by the federal government that it becomes necessary for individuals and small businesses to have the opportunity to make a fresh start, and that this benefits the entire community. When businesses are focused only on debts, there remains very little time to concentrate on the actual business activity. With the assistance of Attorney Aylward and the legal team at the firm, a solution for your specific situation will be sought. In some cases, bankruptcy is not the best option, and it may be that you need relief from the constant haranguing of creditors in order to get on with the business of life. Each case is unique and will be approached with the determination to find the solution that works for the client, and to assist them in moving forward with a new outlook and possibilities. Contact a Baltimore bankruptcy lawyer immediately if you are considering filing for bankruptcy or need legal assistance in collection action defense.

We are proud to serve the residents of Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Potomac, North Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Greenbelt and all throughout Montgomery County.