Due to the overwhelming amount of bankruptcy questions to our firm, Atkins & Markoff would like to provide some basic information via our website. This does not constitute legal advice. Our firm does not currently handle bankruptcy issues and we cannot provide legal advice via phone calls at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience; however, we hope that the information contained in the website will answer the majority of your questions. In an effort to better serve you, you may email questions regarding bankruptcy to Mike Rose. Mr. Rose is not affiliated with Atkins & Markoff; however, he is available to answer your emails. Please email your bankruptcy related questions to Mr. Rose at: mrose@coxinet.net

Should I File for Bankruptcy?

If you find yourself suffocated under mountains of debt or drowning in a sea of bills, bankruptcy is quite often your best choice. In the past, many people have felt ashamed or embarrassed by bankruptcy, but in recent times, this stigma has largely vanished. Confusion about the future costs of credit, coping with the increasing costs of health care, and the reality of a stagnant and depressed economy have all lead normal, upstanding, and responsible consumers to be forced to file for bankruptcy protection. Multi-millionaires sometimes seek legal protection from their creditors, and the need for debt relief strikes every rung of the socio-economic ladder.

Whether or not you decide to file for bankruptcy protection, it is important that you have legal counsel to guide you along your way. Just as you would not seek to treat a medical problem without a doctor, you should not seek to navigate the confusing and complicated legal system without an experienced attorney. Atkins & Markoff takes pride in providing our clients with the best counsel for their needs, regardless of their situations or financial situation. Trust our compassionate and understanding lawyers to help you make the right decision about your future - contact us today.