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Jackson A. Morris III
The Law Office of Jackson A. Morris III
974 Ralston Ave. #2
Belmont, CA 94002
Phone: (650) 595-0643 | Fax: (650) 595-0644
http://www.bankruptcybymorris.com
Reasonable Fees and Exceptional Service
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
We are a Federal Debt Relief Agency for Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Chapter 11
- Personal Bankruptcy
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1976
Bar Number: 72020
Other Court Admissions
California Supreme Court, Federal District Court.
Association Memberships
San Mateo County Bar Association, San Francisco Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Bay Area Bankruptcy Forum, State Bar of California.
Continuing Education
I attend Minimum Continuing Legal Education Seminars in bankruptcy and estate planning for up to 30 hours per year. I also attend National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys' annual meetings.
Example Cases
I save the personal residence of a San Mateo County homeowner from foreclosure within days of the lien sale. Additionally, I stopped wage garnishment of the client and obtained a refund of her funds.
Education
Degree:
B.B.A.
School:
Texas A&M University
City:
College Station
State:
TX
Year:
1964
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
San Mateo Law School
City:
San Mateo
State:
CA
Year:
1976
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our firm focuses primarily on bankruptcy, estate planning, probate, business planning, corporate and LLC creation.
Previous Employment Summary
Our bankruptcy firm was established in 1978 and has been located in the Alford Building ever since. We have 30 years of jury trial litigation experience and appeals handled. Since the creation of the firm, we've dealt with over 1,000 bankruptcy matters.
Activities and Awards
I previously worked at the Law Offices of Donald Delgrande as an associate in 1977. I have been in solo practice since 1978.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
The best clients are those I see who have educated themselves about bankruptcy law and who have their documents and facts ready at the first meeting. They recognize the importance of what has to be done.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
This is a "given." This office always reviews documents presented by clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
This may be more expensive and not worth the effort in the long run. In bankruptcy law, the courts have strict rules about assisting in pro per debtors. I am willing to try it on a trial basis.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to assist others, to be independent, and to be effective as a member of society.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have over 30 years of experience as an attorney and I've been working in the area of bankruptcy law since 1978.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose my primary area of practice because it joins finance with personal contact.
What do you like best about your career?
I like meeting and helping people out of their financial dilemmas. I also enjoy the diversity of the clients I encounter and their different life stories. It is rewarding to meet new people and help to solve their debt problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have a wonderful administrative assistant named Lisa Hofeling who is attentive to all of my clients' immediate needs. She is a university graduate with 5+ years of office experience.
What are your strengths and style?
I analyze, think and create a wise plan. You get more flies with sugar than with vinegar.
Personal Interests:
I am interested in photography, learning, golf, baseball (Giants), football (49ers), walking, writing, reading, hiking and camping.
Office Manager/Assistant
Lisa
Fax
(650) 595-0644
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Lisa speaks minimal Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
We have a range for bankruptcy cases: $1,000 to $3,000 for Chapter 7. According to court guidelines for Chapter 13, a $1,575 fee us required to start.
Hourly Rates
$268 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, we offer free consultation from 30-40 minutes in our office.
Typical Retainer
The typical retainer for Chapter 13 cases is $1,524 (balance in plan) and $1,850 for Chapter 7.
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