Harris Family Law

Harris Family Law is a law firm practicing in the area of bankruptcy law.

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Albuquerque and New Mexico Bankruptcy Law Summary

When You Really Want Don Harris ...

If possible, you want to talk to Don before you file any documents or reach any binding agreements with your creditors or any 'so-called' Debt Relief Agencies!

Even if you have started bankruptcy filings, negotiations or discussions, you want Don Harris and his team of experts to review and prepare your case so you can have the advantage of Don and his team's experience and skills working to get you the best results possible in bankruptcy court. Also see our Avoiding Debt-Settlement, Consolidation or Similar Scams page.

Don and his team help to insure that his client's present and future are equally protected!

To contact us for an initial consultation or for more information on bankruptcy law matters you may call us or go to our contact page.

Creditor Harassment

The Law Firm of Don Harris assists our clients in preventing harassment from creditors at home and at work. We help debtors understand the law and provide them with the tools and means to demand and insure their legal rights are being honored.

You don't have to be in bankruptcy to insure that debt collectors treat you fairly. Whether or not you are currently in bankruptcy, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act requires that debt collectors not only treat you fairly but it prohibits certain methods of debt collection. Personal, family and household debts are all covered under the this act. However, business loans are not covered by this law.

Most creditors and collection agencies follow the law when attempting to collect a debt. But some don't, and many times, an abusive creditor is the reason why debtors may feel forced to file for bankruptcy protection − to get the creditor to stop harassing them. You should never allow an abusive bill collector to force you into bankruptcy. However, if your circumstances prevent you from any other action, you still do have legal rights. Once you file for bankruptcy protection, creditors are formally notified you are in bankruptcy, and collection attempts must immediately cease until your case has been discharged or has otherwise decided upon by the courts.

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Federal Bankruptcy Law as Practiced in New Mexico by Don Harris

When people consider filing bankruptcy, they often fear an unknown and complex process. Moreover, many people feel bad about having to file for protection. But there is good news.

Bankruptcy law is actually one of the most predictable and affordable areas of the law when the benefits are considered. Of course it takes a highly competent and experienced attorney to properly handle bankruptcy law cases. At Don Harris, Attorney at Law, our bankruptcy clients are usually happy clients. Emerging from bankruptcy with a fresh start really takes a load off of people's shoulders.

Most people feel that paying their debts is the "right" thing to do. However, Congress created the bankruptcy safety net for a reason, and approximately one million Americans file bankruptcy every year. Most bankruptcies are caused by job losses, business failures, illnesses, or other unexpected events. Also, credit card companies make healthy profits, in part, by raising interest rates on the people who are least able to afford them. Sometimes not paying off all of your debt is the right thing to do!

At the Albuquerque bankruptcy firm of Don Harris, Attorney at Law, we represent honest people who are having difficulties beyond their means and control. Congress passed bankruptcy laws to help those people. However, if you can afford to pay your debts, by all means please do. The law provides for stiff penalties for those who abuse the bankruptcy process. But if you cannot afford to pay your debts, and there does not seem to be any light at the end of the tunnel, there is a good chance that Don Harris can help.

Whether you are a creditor, a business, or an individual seeking bankruptcy relief, you need competent and experienced bankruptcy attorneys. When bankruptcy cases become complex due to issues involving personal financial assets and liabilities and/or business assets and liabilities you want and need the support of an experienced lawyer who can assist you through the all of the processes and, when needed, call upon experts to support your case. Don Harris knows the law and he has a proven success record in achieving the best possible results. You want a bankruptcy lawyer who knows federal bankruptcy law, is your strongest advocate, and will represent all of your interests! The earlier you see Don Harris the better. Feel free to contact the law firm of Don Harris if you need a quality Albuquerque bankruptcy lawyer or just want to make sure if bankruptcy is your best course of action.

Bankruptcy Definition

Bankruptcy is the legally declared inability of an individual or an organization to pay their creditors. Creditors may file a bankruptcy petition against a debtor in an effort to recoup a portion of what they are owed. In the majority of cases, however, bankruptcy is initiated by the debtor.

The primary purposes of bankruptcy are to give an honest debtor, whether it be an individual or a business entity, a "fresh start" in life by relieving the debtor of most debts, and to repay creditors in an orderly manner to the extent that the debtor has the means available for payment. As such, bankruptcy allows debtors to be relieved from the legal obligation to pay most debts by submitting their non-exempt assets, if any, to the jurisdiction of the bankruptcy court for eventual distribution among their creditors. From the time a Bankruptcy Petition is filed until its conclusion, the debtor is protected from most non-bankruptcy legal action by creditors through a legally imposed stay. Creditors cannot garnish wages, pursue related lawsuits, or attempt to compel payment.

Federal bankruptcy law encompasses a great many areas and the legal strategy and results are highly dependent on a particular case's or client's circumstances. The Albuquerque Law Firm of Don Harris, acting as your bankruptcy lawyer, can assist you in addressing all of the legal matters related to bankruptcy law. On our Albuquerque Bankruptcy Law web pages we provide pertinent information on many of the topics in this area but proper legal representation requires detailed discussions between the bankruptcy lawyer and the client on Federal bankruptcy law and your particular circumstance.

To contact us for an initial consultation or for more information on bankruptcy law matters you may call us or go to our contact page.

Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. §528(a)(4) we are required to state the following: We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

Don Harris Law, P.A., is an Albuquerque New Mexico based bankruptcy law firm which provides United States Bankruptcy legal services and advice throughout the state. The majority of its clients reside in the Albuquerque, New Mexico, area, i.e., Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, Las Lunas and Belen. But the firm can also represent clients statewide in Hobbs, Las Cruces, Clovis, Farmington and other New Mexico cities. Don Harris represents clients who reside in New Mexico and also New Mexico residents residing in out-of-state jurisdictions. Bankruptcy law, as practiced by Don Harris Law, P.A., addresses all of a client's concerns; legal, financial, and emotional. Don attempts to settle bankruptcy cases through negotiation. If negotiation is unsuccessful then the trial skills of Don and his firm the firm are brought into play. Don Harris is a well-known and respected Albuquerque, New Mexico, lawyer. Don Harris not only provides the legal bankruptcy advice and guidance expected of an experienced lawyer, he also works with other professionals such as financial advisors, CPAs and mental health counselors to provide the firm's clients with many of the services needed to get through their financial and personal challenging times.

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Albuquerque bankruptcy lawyer Don Harris

Albuquerque bankruptcy lawyer Don Harris

Harris Family Law
1120 Pennsylvania, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110

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Bankruptcy Law

Bankruptcy law is a highly complex and rule-specific (formal) process. There are many considerations that must go into decisions whether or not to file bankruptcy, and which bankruptcy process may be the correct option for you.

Creditors of those protected under bankruptcy also have rights - they may share in any distribution from the bankruptcy estate according to the priority of their claim and be heard by the court in matters concerning the debtor\'s plan.

Albuquerque bankruptcy lawyer Don Harris is experienced in the field of Federal Bankruptcy Law and has helped many clients protect their assets, interests, and rights and make the decisions that are right for them.

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