Lawson Fitzgerald

Overview

Lawson Fitzgerald is a boutique consumer bankruptcy firm that has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy over three decades. The firm's attorneys focus exclusively on consumer bankruptcy, giving them deep expertise in means test analysis, exemption planning, and debt discharge strategies. Lawson Fitzgerald is known for its thorough pre-filing analysis that helps clients maximize the benefits of bankruptcy while protecting their most important assets. The firm handles cases from initial consultation through discharge, including representation at the 341 meeting of creditors.

Strengths

• +30+ years focused exclusively on consumer bankruptcy cases
• +Deep expertise in means test analysis and exemption planning
• +Thorough pre-filing analysis to maximize asset protection
• +Represents clients at 341 meeting of creditors and through discharge
• +Free initial consultation to evaluate Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 options

Considerations

• -Boutique firm with limited geographic service area
• -Does not handle business Chapter 11 bankruptcies
• -Smaller staff may mean longer wait times during peak periods
• -Primarily consumer-focused — not ideal for complex business debt situations

Best For

• *Homeowner behind on mortgage seeking a Chapter 13 plan to catch up on payments while keeping the home
• *Individual with income above the means test who needs expert guidance on qualifying for Chapter 7
• *Person facing foreclosure who needs an attorney experienced in using bankruptcy's automatic stay