Matthew A. Dunaway - Attorney At Law

Birmingham Bankruptcy Lawyer & Alabama Debt Collection Defense Attorney

Birmingham, Alabama
205.705.3590

Bankruptcy & Debt Collections Defense

Bankruptcy and Debtor’s Court can be a scary process.  Creditor harassment and debt collection abuse are rampant.  Abuses by mortgage companies are a national crisis.  Foreclosures continue to rise.

Are you dealing with the stress and anxiety that comes with debt?  Are you wondering how you will make it through another month?  You’re a hard working, honest person.  You don’t want anyone to know that you are struggling.  It can happen to anyone and at anytime, due to an illness, a job loss, or a divorce.

You are not alone.  I have helped many clients facing financial problems and guided them through the bankruptcy process.  I understand what you are going through and can help develop a plan to reduce or even eliminate your debt.  Stop struggling with debt and harassing creditors.  Let me help you get a fresh start!

 

ARE YOU BEING SUED BY A DEBT COLLECTOR THAT YOU HAVE NEVER HEARD OF?  If you answered “YES”, chances are you have become the target of a DEBT BUYER.

What is a debt buyer?

Debt buyers are companies that purchase large amounts of “charged off” consumer accounts, usually from credit card companies.  They obtain these accounts for mere pennies on the dollar and then aggressively attempt to collect the debts.  They may even file a lawsuit against you.

Some examples of debt buyers are:  Palisades Collections, Midland Funding, LVNV Funding, Unifund, Arrow Financial Services, CACH, and Asset Acceptance.  If you are being sued by a debt buyer, call me today to see how I can help you.

Birmingham, Alabama bankruptcy lawyer and consumer advocate Matt Dunaway is dedicated to helping individuals and families facing difficult financial situations.  We focus our practice on helping, defending and representing debtors and consumers in bankruptcy and consumer protection cases.

Located in Birmingham, Alabama, bankruptcy and consumer protection attorney Matt Dunaway has seen the countless abuses by lending institutions, creditors, debt collectors, debt buyers, and credit reporting agencies.

Call for a free consultation at my Birmingham, Alabama office if you are:

You will learn about Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Chapter 13 Debtor’s Court.

If bankruptcy or debtor’s court is not an option, or you are interested in correcting your credit report, defending a collection lawsuit, fighting back against abusive debt collectors, or challenging mortgage company abuses, you will have the information you need to decide what to do next.

Contact me now, by filling out the contact form on this page, emailing me at matt@matthewdunaway.com or calling 205-690-1542.

 

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Client Testimonials

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Mel H.

With all the anxiety I had going into this process. You made it as easy as possible. From always being available to answer all the questions to never making me feel ashamed of my current financial position. You gave me hope and helped me to feel that this was not the end but rather the beginning. Thank you again for all your help!

Mel H.

Lotnina E

He was so helpful and made me feel at ease every step of the way!

Lotnina E.

Ron M.

I felt you were very knowledgeable about what you are doing and you actually care about your clients. I’m glad I drove the hour to your office instead of choosing a lawyer that was just 5 minutes from my house. We want to Thank you for All your help. Thank You very much for taking time to here our situation and helping us through that difficult time.

Ron M.

Iris H.

Matt, You made my bankruptcy experience so easy and smooth. How can I ever thank you? I came to you, afraid but hopeful. I became confident that everything would work out in my favor after talking with you several times, and I thank you so much for those assurances. I was drowning in debt which was affecting my health, both mentally and physically, due to all the stress from having to deal with financial problems most of the time. I had the best family Thanksgiving this year, since I was free of that burden. I am happier and healthier now,… Read more “Iris H.”

Iris H.

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Hello, I am Matt Dunaway

I like helping people. That’s why I practice law and focus in the areas I do. Sometimes, things don’t go like we expected them to go. I can vouch for this from personal experience. And sometimes, we need help getting back on track.

That’s what I do. I help people get back on track, financially.

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One Perimeter Park South
Suite 100 North
Birmingham, AL 35243
 

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