About A. F. Morad, PC — Bankruptcy Attorney Atlanta Georgia
A. F. Morad, PC is a bankruptcy attorney Atlanta individuals and families contact when debt pressure requires legal relief. The firm operates from 3630 Peachtree Road NE in the Buckhead district, serving Fulton, DeKalb, and Cobb County residents. The practice also extends to immigration, personal injury, family law, and Social Security disability. Additional counsel in the area can be found in the Atlanta attorney directory.
The firm handles Chapter 7 liquidations and Chapter 13 wage-earner plans through the Northern District of Georgia Bankruptcy Court. Consultations typically involve a review of debts, assets, and income to evaluate qualification for different chapters.
What Clients Say
Limited public reviews make it important for new clients to discuss expectations and fees in detail at the first meeting. Prospective clients should request a written scope of representation, expected filing timeline, and clear court fee breakdown before retaining any bankruptcy firm. Confirming court-approved credit counseling plans is also part of the process.
Bankruptcy Attorney Atlanta — Practice Areas & Services
- Chapter 7 liquidation bankruptcy filings for Georgia individuals and married couples
- Chapter 13 wage-earner repayment plans and modification
- Creditor negotiation, foreclosure stays, and wage garnishment defense
- Immigration, family, and personal injury matters as adjunct services
- Social Security disability and general civil litigation
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it cost to file Chapter 7 in Atlanta?
The court filing fee for Chapter 7 is $338 and for Chapter 13 is $313 as of 2024. Attorney fees are additional and vary widely, often running $1,000 to $2,500 for a straightforward Chapter 7 filing.
Does filing bankruptcy in Georgia erase every debt?
No. Most unsecured debts like credit cards and medical bills can be discharged in Chapter 7. Student loans, recent taxes, child support, alimony, and criminal fines typically survive bankruptcy.
Where are Atlanta bankruptcy cases heard?
Atlanta bankruptcy filings go to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Georgia at the Richard B. Russell Federal Building, 75 Ted Turner Drive SW. Most 341 meetings of creditors are now held by phone or video.
Quick Facts: Bankruptcy in Atlanta, Georgia
- U.S. non-business bankruptcy filings (2023): 419,778 non-business filings nationally, a 17% increase — U.S. Courts Statistics
- Chapter 7 filing fee: $338 as of 2024 — U.S. Bankruptcy Court Fee Schedule
- Fulton County population (2023): approximately 1.07 million residents — U.S. Census Bureau
