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Lamya A. Forghany

Lamya A. Forghany

Forghany & Associates
Offices in Hartford and Farmington, CT Andover,
Boston, Burlington, Cambridge, Charlestown, Framingham,
Marlborough, Newton, and Waltham, MA

Phone: (978) 914-6314  |  Fax: (978) 299-0184
http://www.ForghanyLaw.com

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Reliable Advice You Can Count On. Serving Massachusetts

Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Preferred New Clients

I represent debtors in bankruptcy cases.

Sub-Categories

Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 13
  • Chapter 7
  • Collections & Repossessions
  • Credit Disputes
  • Debt Relief
  • Garnishments
  • Chapter 11
  • Business Bankruptcy
  • Credit Repair
  • Credit Restoration
  • Creditor Harassment
  • Personal Bankruptcy
  • Foreclosures

Bar Admissions

CT, Apr 2008
Bar Number: 428479

MA, Jun 2009
Bar Number: 675168

Other Court Admissions

Admitted to the Courts of the States of Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Association Memberships

Boston Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney's (NACBA), Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Truancy Intervention Project, Lawyers Without Borders, Pro Bono Partnership,  Lawyers For Children America.

Continuing Education

Because of the struggling economy, the bail out package, and rescue plans, the laws in the areas of real estate and bankruptcy are ever-changing. I attend numerous continuing education classes offered by many reputable bar associations.

Example Cases

Our firm handles consumer bankruptcy, Chapters 7, 11, and 13.

We also handle criminal law, civil law, personal injury, real estate, and probate and family law cases, including divorce.

Education

Degree:

Juris Doctor

School:

Massachusetts School of Law

City:

Andover

State:

MA

Year:

2006

 

Degree:

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

School:

Alfred University

City:

Alfred

State:

NY

Year:

2003

Number of Attorneys

1

State Licensed In

Massachusetts and Connecticut

Firm Focus and History

I established Forghany & Associates with the philosophy of a small firm helping people with their legal dilemmas.

Forghany & Associates focuses on Chapter 7 & 13 Consumer (Debtor) Bankruptcy. Family Law, Criminal Defense. We also handle Personal Injury, Torts, and Products Liability. Check out the website www.forghanylaw.com for a complete list.

Previous Employment Summary

I am no stranger to hard work. During my college years, I was a volunteer EMT. During law school I taught CPR for the American Red Cross, and also was a computer repair technician. Now during my short career as an attorney, I have had numerous cases involving Bankruptcy, Family Law and Divorce, Child Custody, and Criminal Defense.

Activities and Awards

I dedicate some time to Pro Bono projects.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I think clients who educate themselves are always a plus. Nolo is a great avenue for the general public to get information they can trust.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

My firm will absolutely help clients if they choose to prepare documents on their own.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

My firm will absolutely help clients who choose to exercise their constitutional rights to represent themselves on their own. (Pro se)

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I initially decided to become a lawyer because I was always fascinated with the simplistic genius of the Constitution. Then I realized the kind of difference attorneys have in people's lives.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

I was raised by a single mother. I learned about compassion and kindness through what others showed my mother and I. Karma is a funny thing. It's now my turn to give.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

In these trying times with the fluctuation of the market and the uncertainty of the laws, I want to help individuals understand their legal troubles, explaining the process to them step-by-step.

What do you like best about your career?

I like the flexibility of my schedule, and also enjoy that every day is different. I like the unexpected; it keeps me sharp and on my toes.

Tell us about your law firm:

I am a solo practitioner. I may work with other attorneys who specialize in particular areas of law as needed. We work very closely and efficiently together in order to get the best result for the client.

What are your strengths and style?

My strengths are organization and communication. A client will always receive a return phone call, even if it is just to say "I got your message, and wanted to call you back."

Personal Interests:

I am a history buff. I love the history of the United States, Civil War, anything to do with the Constitution. I also am a technology nerd, and love to test out the latest technologies. I am a huge Sheryl Crow fan as well, and love to go to concerts.

Fax

(978) 299-0184

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and by appointment

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

There is a discount if a client mentions that they found me in Nolo's Directory. Typical bankruptcies are done on a flat-fee basis.

Hourly Rates

$175.

Free Initial Consultation?

I offer a 30-minute free consultation.

Typical Retainer

Retainers depend on the complexity of the case. However, my firm always works with the client to establish a comfortable retainer agreement. We even accept credit cards.

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