Roman Law Firm
Bankruptcy Attorney in DC, VA, and MD
Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 can stop garnishments, lawsuits, and foreclosure. Before any bankruptcy filing decision, we review eligibility, asset risk, and local exemption rules so you understand your options, what can be protected, and what to expect.
Roman Chebotarev
Bankruptcy Representation in DC, VA & MD
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In DC, Virginia, and Maryland, most filings proceed under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. The right chapter depends on income, what you own, and how your assets are structured.
A shorter process used to eliminate qualifying unsecured debt.
A structured repayment plan approved by the court.
Not sure if Chapter 7 fits? Run the Chapter 7 means test calculator to see where you stand.
Bankruptcy affects your property, income, and long-term financial stability. Each case is evaluated and structured deliberately, with attention to jurisdiction, exemptions, and court standards.
Every case begins with a review of eligibility, asset protection, and timing risk before any petition is filed.
Practice experience in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland courts where trustee expectations and confirmation standards differ.
No volume filings. Each case is structured around income durability, property exposure, and long-term objectives.
Bankruptcy law is federal, but outcomes vary by district. Exemptions, trustees, and confirmation standards differ across the DMV.
Compare chapters, check eligibility, plan costs, or start with the collection problem that is happening now.
Real feedback from people we represented in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 matters.
I am 100% satisfied with the service provided by the attorneys at the Roman Law Firm. I felt supported at every step. The attorneys were extremely experienced, attentive to detail, and always available.
The best law firm around! Great service and fast. The guidance and support we have received from the team at Roman Law Firm has been fantastic. Whenever I had questions or concerns they were always very responsive and gave me excellent advice. Roman and James are both exceptional bankruptcy attorneys. I highly recommend Roman Law Firm.
We quickly had to get legal counsel and luckily for us, we found Roman Law Firm and James was assigned to our case. I can't say enough good things. Honest, reliable, professional, and get the job done. They helped me with two separate issues and did it fast and in a very cost-effective way. Thank you, Roman Law Firm!
Before filing, we assess whether a proposed Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 strategy is legally viable and likely to withstand trustee review under local court standards.
Whether projected income can sustain payments or support Chapter 7 discharge eligibility.
Home equity, vehicles, and non-exempt property.
Foreclosure dates, garnishments, lawsuits, and deadlines.
Whether proposed payments meet trustee requirements and remain viable through confirmation.
