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Troy D. Morrison
The Law Offices of Troy D. Morrison
255 Park Ave.
Suite 702
Worcester, MA 01609
Phone: (508) 793-8282 | Fax: (508) 793-8212
http://www.tdm-law.com
Providing You a Financial "Fresh Start"
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
We accept all clients and offer free-consultations.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
MA, Jun 1997
Bar Number: 635389
Other Court Admissions
State of Massachusetts and District of Massachusetts.
Association Memberships
Massachusetts Bar Association, Worcester County Bar Association and National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
Continuing Education
Not applicable in my jurisdiction.
Example Cases
A client came into my office who was a single mother with a disabled child. She had just come from court on a hearing for a debt owed to a credit card company. While she was in the courthouse, the company had her handicapped accessible van towed away. I filed a bankruptcy petition within a couple of hours for her and had the van returned to her later that day.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Tulane University School of Law
City:
New Orleans
State:
LA
Year:
1996
Honors:
Graduated Cum Laude
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Massachusetts
Firm Focus and History
The company began in 1997 with one office in Worcester, Massachusetts and has grown to four offices throughout Massachusetts with the addition of a second attorney in 2008.
My firm's focus is to assist consumers and small businesses in Massachusetts in obtaining relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
Previous Employment Summary
As a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, School of Business, I worked for a Certified Public Accounting firm from 1991 to 1996 before entering law school, where I graduated in 1996.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Some of my best clients are those who have taken the time to educate themselves on the various options available to them. I believe that a well-versed client can better assist me in providing the information that I need to better serve them.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I would be happy to review documents prepared by clients although I believe that the bankruptcy laws are far too complex to advise a client to represent themselves in filing for bankruptcy.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I don't believe that in bankruptcy cases a client should represent themselves, so I really don't feel comfortable coaching a client in doing so.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I was an accountant for several years and had many clients who were attorneys. I saw how they made a real difference in their clients' lives. I decided that this was an area in which I could "make a difference."
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My experience and education in business and accounting assist me in understanding finances, which in turn gives me a greater ability to counsel my clients in my area of practice.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I began doing bankruptcy work in 1997 and found that the Bankruptcy Code was very well written. When the Code was revised in 2005, I decided to dedicate my practice to educating clients about the misconceptions about bankruptcy as well as the changes in the Code in particular.
What do you like best about your career?
I believe that attorneys who practice this area of law can make an incredible difference in peoples' lives. I have had clients contact me months and years after receiving their bankruptcy discharges thanking me for the impact I have had on their families.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have an associate who assists me in managing my various offices in Massachusetts, and I have a paralegal who is knowledgeable about each client's particular matter.
Additionally, I have carefully chosen support staff who have different duties assigned to them so that our clients are guided through each step of the process.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very detail-oriented and knowledgeable about the type of law that I do. I take pride in making sure that my client's matters are handled professionally, confidentially, and with the utmost care.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my three daughters. I'm from Massachusetts, so I enjoy following the Patriots, Celtics and Red Sox.
Office Manager/Assistant
Barbara.
Fax
(508) 793-8212
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Additional Offices
Springfield, MA
1414 Main Street
Suite 600
Springfield, MA 01144
Framingham, MA
945 Concord Street
Framingham, MA 01701
South Easton, MA
480 Turnpike Street
South Easton, MA 02375
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Almost all bankruptcies are done on a fixed-fee basis fees themselves are decided on a case-by-case basis. I offer a no-cost, no-obligation consultation in order to determine the difficulty of the case, and I will propose a fee at the end of the consultation. Generally, Chapter 7 bankruptcies begin at $1,200 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies begin at $1,700. I do make exceptions depending on the circumstances, and I do offer payment plans.
Hourly Rates
Not applicable.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a free, one-hour consultation in which I pull a credit report for the client, as well as a review of their income, expenses and assets.
Typical Retainer
I work on a flat fee basis.
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