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Marc Pachtman
Pachtman Law Office
2211 Chichester Avenue
Suite 201
Boothwyn, PA 19063
Phone: (610) 859-3700 | Fax: (610) 859-0777
http://www.toughlawyers.net
Even if the Sheriff's Sale is Tomorrow, We Can Help
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to take on Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, and Estate cases.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Chapter 11
- Business Bankruptcy
- Creditor Harassment
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
PA, Nov 1981
Bar Number: 35381
Other Court Admissions
Pennsylvania State and Federal Courts.
Association Memberships
Pennsylvania Association of Justice.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing education courses in Personal Injury, Bankruptcy and Estate Law.
Example Cases
I have handled hundreds and hundreds of bankruptcy cases through the years. The following are the most common cases that I have handled:
a) A client has little or no assets but has accumulated more credit card and other debt than they can ever hope to repay. They are hounded by collection calls and being threatened with utility shut offs. In those cases we can stop the calls, the threatened shutoff and eliminate most of all of the debt and give them an opportunity to make a fresh start.
b) A client has a home. Because of illness, a layoff they have gotten behind in their mortgage payments and their mortgage company is unwilling to negotiate a payment arrangement but instead wants them to accelerate the payments and be repaid in full. In addition, they may have accumulated additional credit card debt that they cannot repay. If the client has adequate income, we can compel the mortgage company to accept repayment of the arrears in full and spread out over five years. In addition, we can usually reduce and/or eliminate much of the additional debt that had accumulated.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Western New England
City:
Springfield
State:
MA
Year:
1981
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Pennsylvania
Firm Focus and History
My firm was established in 1984, serving Delaware County, PA.
I have a general practice. Most of my cases are either bankruptcy or personal injury.
Previous Employment Summary
1975-1978: Welfare Worker for State of Pennsylvania.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
For my entire career I have offered a free phone consultation. I have spoken to thousands of potential clients and advised them as to whether they have a legal case. Often I advise them that they do not need my services at this time and how they can proceed on their own. I would prefer a client do something on their own rather than pay money well in excess of the benefit they can receive by having me do the work.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
It depends on the case.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
It depends on the case.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I like talking and thinking problems through.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Having been in the Welfare system because it gave me a sense that it is only through the legal system that.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
For a number of years I was a welfare worker and became aware of how difficult it can be to be in very difficult financial circumstances. With my knowledge of the bankruptcy law, I am now in a far better position to assist not only people on welfare, but anyone in a difficult financial position.
What do you like best about your career?
Freedom and the challenge of trying to solve problems. Often the problems that need to be solved are in fact, not legal in nature.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have been in practice for 24 years. I have two paralegals. They were the first two people that I hired and they have both been with me from the very beginning. They are smart, highly motivated and compassionate. They know as much as I do and with the exception of going into court can do everything that I can do.
What are your strengths and style?
I'm a bottom line type of guy who doesn't like to take a new case unless I am persuaded I can be of benefit to the potential client.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy politics and health. I cook and workout regularly.
Office Manager/Assistant
Elaine Gelb
Fax
(610) 859-0777
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. till whenever I'm finished
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
It depends on case. Clients always receive a fee agreement with details of what they will be charged for.
Hourly Rates
$200.
Free Initial Consultation?
We offer free initial phone consultation - As long as needed.
Typical Retainer
My typical retainer is usually a minimum of $500.
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