South Carolina Bankruptcy Attorney

Attorney Russell DeMott with DeMott Law Firm

For over 20 years, clients have trusted me to help them with difficult financial problems.

Whether you’re facing lawsuits, foreclosure, garnishment, or harassment from creditors, we can help. We have a team of dedicated attorneys and paralegals who help people with financial problems every day.

Thanks for visiting our site. You’ll find that it has a huge amount of helpful information for anyone considering bankruptcy. Don’t forget to visit our blog by clicking on the menu button above. It has over 100 blog posts organized by topic.

And remember that if you need help, we’re only a phone call away. We’ll find the right solution for your financial problems.

There’s light at the end of the tunnel!

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“When you can’t figure out where to turn, give us a call. We care, and we’ll listen. We’ve helped thousands of people through the most difficult times in their lives. We love seeing clients overcome financial problems. It’s why we do what we do.”

 

—Charleston Area Bankruptcy Attorney Russell A. DeMott

Recent Bankruptcy Blog Posts

10 Things You Should Know About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Some people have severe financial crises due to a variety of life events. Just because you have a lot of debt doesn’t mean you can sell everything and pay your creditors. Some programs and bankruptcy alternatives may be suitable for your needs. If you don’t want to liquidate all of your assets and have some…

“I’ve Been Sued!” Now What?

Being sued by a debt collector is scary, especially for those of you facing your first lawsuit. Go through these steps as you formulate a response. First, DON’T PANIC! Realize that you’ll have ample time to respond. In South Carolina, you have 30 days from the date you’re served to answer the complaint. That’s plenty…

Changes in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of Bankruptcy Code Under CARES Act

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many people’s lives, including loss of jobs and closure of businesses. It has, without a doubt, greatly affected the economy. In line with this, many individuals and businesses are declaring bankruptcy. Thus, the U.S. government founded the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The CARES Act was enacted…

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy and Family Law: An Overview

By Greenville Family Law Attorney Rustin Duncan, Associate at King Law Offices, Greenville, South Carolina The current financial downturn has led to financial stress for millions of married couples in our country.

How Much Will My Chapter 13 Payments Be?

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Once we decide a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is in your best interest, the next question you’ll probably ask is, “how much will my Chapter 13 payment be?” 

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and the “Mulligan Rule”

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a tool of sorts.   You can do some things in Chapter 13 you just can’t do in Chapter 7–stripping mortgages, for example.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

How Much Will My Chapter 13 Payments Be?

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Once we decide a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is in your best interest, the next question you’ll probably ask is, “how much will my Chapter 13 payment be?” 

Stopping Foreclosure With a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Chapter 7 bankruptcy can slow down foreclosure, but it’s not the best way to stop foreclosure. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most common

Filing Bankruptcy to Discharge Income Tax Debt

Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott You may be able to discharge taxes in bankruptcy, but not always.   To understand the benefits of filing bankruptcy to deal with tax debts,