From foreclosure and layoffs to collection calls and lawsuits, Attorney John E. Smith and our associates understand how tough of a time you might be going through financially. Residents throughout Galveston County, Friendswood, Houston, and Pearland have even been affected by the fickle economy. When you need help getting back on your feet, John E. Smith & Associates are just a phone call or email away.
Whether you have made the decision to file for Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 12, or Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Attorney John E. Smith brings over 35 years of professional legal guidance to the table that our clients use to make informed decisions throughout their cases. We also take the time to educate our clients on all aspects of the bankruptcy process, from the most appropriate time to file to what to expect with the Means Test.
Whether you have made the decision to file for Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 12, or Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Attorney John E. Smith brings over 35 years of professional legal guidance to the table that our clients use to make informed decisions throughout their cases. We also take the time to educate our clients on all aspects of the bankruptcy process, from the most appropriate time to file to what to expect with the Means Test.
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Financial hardships are never easy. Attorney John E. Smith comes from a humble background himself, and remembers the stress of not having enough money to pay creditors, afford things that other families had, or take vacations. Through gravitating to bankruptcy law and founding John E. Smith & Associates, our entire legal staff feels that we are truly helping people in need.
Patricia Ford has been Mr. Smith's paralegal since 1988. She is generally applauded for her thoroughness and attention to detail. Her role is very important at the law firm. Mr. Smith drafts many documents himself, but could not produce the necessary workload without Patricia. Estella Lopez has been working with Mr. Smith since 1987.
Layoffs. Times are tough in Texas. What people, families, and business need during these times is real help, not empty promises. John Smith is an experienced attorney who is Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has practiced in the Houston area since 1981 and in that time, has helped thousands of individuals and small businesses get out of debt and get their lives back.
Filing bankruptcy is most often a last resort option to handle financial difficulties. That does not mean that it is to be rushed into at the last second without consideration of timing. Since 1983, we have seen many clients come to our firm either too early or too late to accomplish the results they are seeking with a Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
At the moment of filing a bankruptcy, an automatic stay goes into effect. This is a provision of the Bankruptcy Code that prevents most creditor action against you. This is the part of the law that stops foreclosure, lawsuits, levies, and creditor calls. If a creditor does not cease their actions against you, call John E. Smith & Associates immediately.
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Fay McKinney
Feb 26, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
In my dealings with John E. Smith & Associates, I found they were not just "another name in the phone book:. They are very courteous and professional and always ready to answer/explain questions you may regarding your case. Due to the pandemic, everything was handled courteously online, which was a huge help!
In my dealings with John E. Smith & Associates, I found they were not just "another name in the phone book:. They are very courteous and professional and always ready to answer/explain questions you may regarding your case. Due to the pandemic, everything was handled courteously online, which was a huge help!
Dawn Riddle
Feb 25, 2021
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Sheree' Britt
Feb 21, 2021
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Chad Pleasant
Feb 04, 2021
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Tizoc Ramirez
Jan 30, 2021
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Johnathan Yancey
Jan 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
John Smith and his team were extremely helpful and attentive during this time of uncertainty having to file bankruptcy. John Smith tells you like it is. I like that. I pray that I never have to file again, but if I do John Smith will be my attorney of choice.
John Smith and his team were extremely helpful and attentive during this time of uncertainty having to file bankruptcy. John Smith tells you like it is. I like that. I pray that I never have to file again, but if I do John Smith will be my attorney of choice.
Mary Keller
Oct 07, 2020
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John Smith and his team did a phenomenal job helping us through our bankruptcy. They filed everything and we were able to be discharged. They answered all of our questions promptly no matter how menial they may have been. Bankruptcy can be very stressful but they made it happen for us and we are so thankful for their help.
Mary Keller
Aug 22, 2020
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