DebtStoppers partners with Chicago State University to offer debt education and a 15% legal fee discount for students and employees. First event: Nov. 2.
Read More: DebtStoppers Partners with Chicago State University to Offer Debt Education and Discounted Legal ServicesA Chicago federal court adopts the majority view on automatic stay protection after a second bankruptcy filing within one year. Learn what repeat filers should know
Read More: Chicago Bankruptcy Ruling Follows Majority View on Automatic Stay for Repeat FilersMeet Patrick Semrad and the DebtStoppers team at Sista Strut Chicago 2026 for free guidance on bankruptcy, foreclosure, and other debt concerns.
Read More: DebtStoppers to Offer Free Debt Relief Guidance at Sista Strut Chicago 2026A new Seventh Circuit decision protects how Chapter 13 attorney fees may be paid through repayment plans, helping debtors access legal help without full upfront payment.
Read More: Seventh Circuit Protects Chapter 13 Attorney Fee Payments, Keeping Bankruptcy Help Within ReachDiscover how DebtStoppers secured a $23,000 settlement for a single mother after a creditor ignored her bankruptcy discharge and harmed her credit report.
Read More: From Debt to Recovery: How DebtStoppers Secured a $23,000 Settlement for Ms. GRead how DebtStoppers used strategic Chapter 13 bankruptcy to halt foreclosure twice, eliminate unsecured debt, and protect a client’s home against all odds.
Read More: The Double Save: How Strategic Advocacy Rescued Mr. L’s Home TwiceThe Semrad Law Firm announces the promotion of Andrew Carroll to Managing Attorney of its Beverly Office, recognizing his leadership, client-focused approach, and the strong foundation built by Marcie Venturini.
Read More: The Semrad Law Firm Announces Promotion of Andrew Carroll to Managing Attorney of Beverly OfficeDebtStoppers, Illinois' leading consumer bankruptcy firm, has filed for Chapter 11 protection, seeking to restructure its finances while continuing to assist clients with debt relief solutions. Read more here!
Read More: Debtstoppers - Illinois' Largest Consumer Bankruptcy Firm, Files for Chapter 11 ProtectionDebtStoppers calls upon the courts to expand access to justice by allowing the continued use of electronic signatures. Learn more here.
Read More: DebtStoppers Calls for Greater Access to Justice Through Electronic SignaturesIt sets a new precedent in the Northern District of Illinois. The decision in the Shawn P. Cooke Case deviates from precedent of the Nolan Decision. Read more here.
Read More: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case Sets New Precedent in Northern District of Illinois