Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Augusta's Trusted Bankruptcy Attorneys Since 1973
Leiden & Leiden has served the Augusta, Georgia community since 1973, specializing in consumer bankruptcy law. Our firm focuses on helping individuals overcome financial crises through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy solutions. With over five decades of combined experience, our attorneys have assisted more than 10,000 clients in the Central Savannah River Area and surrounding counties. We maintain a commitment to personalized service, offering free initial consultations and face-to-face attorney interactions. Our team includes two experienced bankruptcy attorneys and four dedicated support staff members. Recognized as Metro's Best Attorney in 2010, we combine legal expertise with compassionate guidance to help clients navigate debt relief options.We specialize in stopping creditor harassment, wage garnishments, and foreclosure proceedings while protecting clients' assets. Our office remains conveniently located at 330 Telfair Street, directly across from the Bankruptcy Court. We maintain accessibility for all clients, including wheelchair accessibility at our Augusta location. Our practice focuses exclusively on Georgia bankruptcy law, with attorneys admitted to practice in Georgia state courts and federal bankruptcy courts.
Services
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Foreclosure Defense
Garnishment Relief
Debt Restructuring
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined bankruptcy law experience
- Our team provides personalized face-to-face attorney consultations
- We guarantee free initial bankruptcy consultations
- We serve clients across 12 Georgia counties
- Our compassionate approach combines legal expertise with financial guidance
What people say
Excellent communication skills
Compassionate approach
Face-to-face interaction
Free initial consultation
Proven track record
Services
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy provides debt relief for individuals without significant assets. This process eliminates qualifying debts through asset liquidation, offering a fresh financial start. Our experienced attorneys guide clients through the petition process, ensuring compliance with Georgia bankruptcy laws while protecting exempt assets.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy allows debt repayment through court-approved plans. This 3-5 year structured approach helps clients retain assets while managing debts. Our firm specializes in creating feasible repayment plans that address foreclosure prevention and wage garnishment issues for Georgia residents.
Foreclosure Defense
Our foreclosure defense services protect homeowners facing property loss. Through Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings, we help clients catch up on mortgage payments over time. Our attorneys work to stop foreclosure proceedings and negotiate with lenders to create sustainable payment arrangements for Augusta-area homeowners.
Garnishment Relief
Garnishment relief services stop unauthorized fund seizures. We help Georgia residents facing wage or bank account garnishments by filing bankruptcy petitions that trigger automatic stay protections. Our team works to recover improperly seized funds and prevent future garnishments through legal debt resolution strategies.
Debt Restructuring
Debt restructuring services create manageable repayment plans. We analyze clients' financial situations to develop customized solutions that reduce monthly obligations. Our approach combines bankruptcy options with negotiation strategies to help Georgia residents achieve sustainable debt resolution while protecting essential assets.
People
Terrance P. Leiden
Founding Attorney
Terrance P. Leiden founded the firm in 1973 and has specialized in bankruptcy law for over 50 years. He focuses on helping Georgia residents navigate financial crises through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy solutions.
Zane Leiden
Partner
Zane Leiden joined the firm in 2000 and specializes in consumer bankruptcy cases. With extensive experience in debt restructuring and foreclosure defense, he helps clients across the Central Savannah River Area achieve financial stability.
Questions
What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 eliminates qualifying debts through asset liquidation, while Chapter 13 creates a 3-5 year repayment plan. Our attorneys help determine which option best suits your financial situation.
Can bankruptcy stop foreclosure proceedings?
Yes, filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy immediately halts foreclosure and allows you to repay missed mortgage payments over time while keeping your home.
Do you offer free bankruptcy consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial bankruptcy consultations to discuss your specific situation and explore debt relief options without any obligation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout the Central Savannah River Area and 12 surrounding Georgia counties including Columbia, Richmond, Burke, and Jefferson counties.
How can I stop wage garnishments?
Filing for bankruptcy triggers an automatic stay that immediately stops wage garnishments. Our attorneys can help you recover improperly seized funds and prevent future garnishments.
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