Business Details
44 Years
experience
Experienced Massachusetts Bankruptcy & Debt Relief Attorney
Berliner Law has been providing expert legal guidance to families in financial distress since 1982. Our practice focuses exclusively on debt protection, offering comprehensive solutions including bankruptcy representation, credit card defense, student loan counseling, and foreclosure prevention. With decades of experience serving Massachusetts and Connecticut residents, we prioritize personalized attention and transparent communication. Our approach combines deep legal expertise with compassionate support to help clients navigate complex financial challenges.We offer customized payment plans and free lifetime post-case support, ensuring long-term financial stability. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our track record of stopping creditor harassment and successfully resolving thousands of cases. By maintaining a narrow practice focus, we deliver specialized expertise that addresses both immediate debt crises and long-term financial recovery.
Services
Bankruptcy Representation
Credit Card Defense
Collector Harassment Protection
Student Loan Counseling
Foreclosure Defense
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized debt protection experience
- Personalized legal strategies for individual circumstances
- Comprehensive debt solutions beyond bankruptcy
- Free lifetime post-case creditor protection support
- Proven track record stopping creditor harassment
What people say
Easy to understand terms
There for us every step
Stopped creditor calls promptly
Personalized payment solutions
Knowledgeable compassionate guidance
Services
Bankruptcy Representation
Our bankruptcy services provide structured debt elimination solutions through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings. With over four decades of experience, we guide clients through asset protection strategies, dischargeable debt identification, and court proceedings. We specialize in complex cases involving mortgage arrears, tax debts, and contested creditor claims while maintaining personalized support throughout the process.
Credit Card Defense
We develop strategic defenses against credit card debt collection through statute of limitations challenges, proof-of-claim verification, and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act violations. Our approach focuses on negotiating settlements or dismissing cases entirely through documented legal defenses rather than simple debt reduction.
Foreclosure Defense
Our foreclosure prevention services combine loan modification assistance with aggressive litigation strategies. We specialize in identifying procedural violations in mortgage documentation, pursuing loss mitigation options, and creating payment plans that align with clients' financial realities while maintaining home ownership.
Collector Harassment Protection
We provide immediate legal protection against debt collector harassment through cease-and-desist enforcement and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act litigation. Our services include documenting violations, pursuing statutory damages, and creating communication barriers between clients and collection agencies through formal legal representation.
Student Loan Counseling
Our student loan services focus on repayment plan optimization, hardship deferment strategies, and dischargeability analysis within bankruptcy proceedings. We help clients navigate federal loan forgiveness programs while developing comprehensive debt management approaches that integrate with other financial obligations.
People
Jed Berliner
Attorney & Founder
Jed Berliner has specialized in debt protection law since 1982, serving Massachusetts residents with personalized legal solutions. He focuses exclusively on bankruptcy representation and debt defense, maintaining direct client access throughout all case phases. His practice emphasizes practical financial recovery strategies over theoretical legal arguments.
Questions
What debt solutions do you offer besides bankruptcy?
We provide credit card defenses, student loan counseling, mortgage modifications, and collector harassment protection. Our approach prioritizes finding the most appropriate solution for your specific financial situation.
How does your lifetime post-case support work?
After case completion, you receive free ongoing assistance with debt-related issues. We'll monitor credit reports, challenge unlawful entries, and provide legal protection against post-bankruptcy collection attempts at no additional cost.
Can you help with out-of-state debt issues?
While we're based in Massachusetts, we've successfully represented clients from Connecticut and other states. Our experience with federal bankruptcy laws enables effective cross-state debt protection strategies.
What payment options are available?
We offer customized payment plans, limited service retainers, and flexible arrangements to accommodate financial constraints. Our goal ensures access to legal protection regardless of current financial limitations.
How do you handle urgent creditor harassment cases?
We immediately notify creditors of our representation upon engagement. If harassment continues, we pursue legal action to enforce protection orders without additional fees to clients.
