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24/7/365 Emergency Hotline: 631-348-1702

If you have been arrested, or in case of an emergency, our attorneys can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 631-348-1702.

Bankruptcy and Financial Distress Lawyers Serving Suffolk County, Long Island

There are many people who, prior to the outbreak of the coronavirus, never expected to be in significant financial distress, and certainly never considered bankruptcy or other legal assistance to address their debts. However, with millions of Americans unexpectedly out of work due to COVID-19, even those who once thought themselves financially secure are now facing exceptional financial strain, regardless of their best efforts. There is nothing to be ashamed of if you need to seek help in dealing with your debts in the aftermath of such a significant economic crisis.  If you are facing bankruptcy or severe financial distress and require help, the attorneys at McGuire, Pelaez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. are available to assist you.

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Bankruptcy 

There are two primary kinds of bankruptcy for individuals: Chapter 7, and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 bankruptcy involves selling off your assets, except for certain designated types of property, to satisfy existing debts as much as possible, with the remainder being discharged by the court. 

Chapter 13 bankruptcy, on the other hand, involves creating a debt restructuring plan which, with the approval of the court, will allow you to repay your existing debts over the course of three to five years without needing to sell off your assets. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is seen as being generally preferable to Chapter 7 bankruptcy because it allows you to keep your assets, for the most part, so long as you adhere to the debt restructuring plan. However, considering economic circumstances, that may still be difficult.

Our Long Island bankruptcy attorneys are here to guide you through every step of the bankruptcy process, from making the initial filing all the way to the discharge of your debts. We will assist you in determining what kind of bankruptcy is appropriate for you and your circumstances, and we will work with the court to protect your rights and help you to retain as many of your assets as possible. We will also represent you against creditors seeking to exploit your financial vulnerability for their benefit. 

If you are filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, we will help you create a debt restructuring plan that maximizes the benefit you receive from bankruptcy protection while minimizing the cost that comes from following that plan. We will assist you in remaining compliant with your debt restructuring plan, and fight on your behalf if you are challenged by creditors or if they attempt to illegally repossess your property while under bankruptcy protection. With the guidance of our bankruptcy attorneys, you can get a fresh start and rebuild your financial future.

Bankruptcy is a complicated and stressful process, and one you shouldn’t attempt to undertake on your own. If you are in severe financial distress and considering bankruptcy, call us at 631-348-1702, or visit our contact page. Our offices are conveniently located in Central Islip, right here on Long Island. Our bankruptcy attorneys will work with you to ensure the best possible outcome for you and your family, and make sure that you gain the maximum possible benefit from bankruptcy protection.

Foreclosure Defense 

The American dream is to get a good-paying job, own your own home and start your own family. While that may have been feasible for many when times were good, the coronavirus has put a halt to many people’s dreams, shuttering businesses and driving people out of work. As a result, many people are likely to get behind on their mortgage payments, getting put at risk of foreclosure through no fault of their own. If you are facing foreclosure, the attorneys at McGuire, Pelaez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. are here to help defend your home and your rights as a homeowner.

Our Long Island foreclosure defense attorneys will work with you to enforce your property rights and allow you to stay in your home despite any alleged nonpayment on your mortgage. Homeowners are entitled to extensive legal process when it comes to foreclosing on their property, and a bank must prove not only that there was no payment, but also, for example, that warnings about nonpayment were properly issued, and that there were attempts to cure the alleged nonpayment out of court.

The attorneys at McGuire, Pelaez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. will work to make sure you can stay in your home while you are fighting an attempt by the bank to foreclose on your home. We will hold the mortgage holder to account and force them to prove that they have followed proper procedure in bringing the foreclosure action. We will also make them prove they own your mortgage, which is a surprisingly common issue given how often mortgages were (and sometimes still are) traded as securities on the market. Additionally, if you or your spouse are a military servicemember, you may be entitled to additional legal protections, on top of those available to other Americans.

In times of financial hardship, it is essential to have a good legal defense to protect your rights and prevent yourself from being exploited by financial institutions who have no concern for you or your family’s well-being. If you are facing foreclosure on your home, call us at 631-348-1702, or visit our contact page. Our offices are conveniently located in Central Islip and Riverhead, right here on Long Island. Our foreclosure defense attorneys will work with you to defend your home and protect you from the consequences of an alleged default.

Reviews

Linsay T
Linsay T
1710419681
They were absolutely great! My insurance didn't go through to the DMV properly so I got pulled over & the cop was a jerk. Wrote me a bunch of unnecessary tickets. I was really struggling financially as well & couldn't miss work over this, so they were so kind to work out an arrangement with me. Very thankful for this group of lawyers
Jose Sepulveda
Jose Sepulveda
1710361858
Marlene Pessoa
Marlene Pessoa
1710273650
Mr. McGuire was extremely honest with the consultation and that was well appreciated. I felt comfortable and would recommend them to anyone who would benefit from their services.
Cesar Garcia
Cesar Garcia
1710261013
Chris is an excellent lawyer. He is very kind and helpful. He helped me with my son’s traffic case. I would recommend him a million times and more.
For me, the best lawyers in Long Island, New York, have helped me resolve two cases, one related to traffic and the other in real estate. I am very pleased with McGuire Peláez & Bennett PC.
Jenrry Giron
Jenrry Giron
1709842453
They were so Kind and very helpful.
I was able to visit the office today where they attended with courtesy and they made me feel very comfortable. I am extremely grateful for their help. Whoever needs help with any situation I would recommend them! They are attentive and helpful.
d gonzo
d gonzo
1709239423
This is the most helpful law office I've ever dealt with. Through the past few years they have handled traffic citations for each of my teen boys, who are otherwise good drivers but unfortunately experienced mishaps. In every case they were responsive and effective and have saved us significant money by working with the court to reduce or eliminate penalties and points. Highly recommended.
Great help. Chris really helped me understand what needed to be done. Thank you guys!
Muy buenos abogados
Danilo Ramos
Danilo Ramos
1708189224
They are very helpful, and honest
Danny Saturne
Danny Saturne
1708181555
Absolutely professional and efficient when handling my case.
Buen abogado gracias ayudarme a remover mi multa
Marie Tossaint
Marie Tossaint
1707773192
Karen was Very helpful and kind. she's the best! I would recommend them to anyone & everyone!
Louis Merced
Louis Merced
1707518284
Trust this law firm !
Very nice, quickly assisted, great response from everyone working here.
Marvin Sanchez
Marvin Sanchez
1706717726
Mr.Bennett and his team helped me when i needed them the most. Amazing work!
marvin deleon
marvin deleon
1706294947
Very helpful firm and people. McGuire has helped me a lot! Very thankful for this firm.
Fatima Amaya
Fatima Amaya
1706113584
The best thing I could see done was to do things legally and they are excellent and super professional, their assistants are very kind and helpful. I thank them for everything and that they have resolved my case with professionalism.
Troy Brinkhuis
Troy Brinkhuis
1706111589
Just Stop It!! Stop searching the Internet for a good lawyer to handle your traffic tickets. M, P & B are the best, so look no further. No, I am not a friggin cheerleader, nor am I being compensated to write a good review. Actually, I did receive something from Mr. Bennett and his team of professionals: Great Results!! I'm just a 50 something years-old Army veteran, and a guy who busts his a$$ every day to make a modest living. I don't have the time or money for mediocre results. When it comes to lawyers, I tend to be a bit skeptical, cynical and judgemental, but M, P & B (Mr. Bennett and his team, in particular) made me a believer. Thanks again, guys and gals at McGuire, Palaez & Bennett 👍👍
Brandon Morales
Brandon Morales
1705598327
I’m very happy with the outcome of my case since all was reduced to parking tickets and a small fine. They were super helpful and the work from my end was minimal. Overall good people and kind to customers, attorney Bennet did a really good job in court.
Jaime Mendez
Jaime Mendez
1705112699
Muy profesional ala hora de trabajarGracias Mr pelaez
Excelente atención y solución eficaz, recomendado al 100%
Tereza ramirez
Tereza ramirez
1704750780
Son muy buenos ami pues me ayudaron mucho asi que con gusto volveré en el futuro digo si Dios me lo permite gracias
Debbie Gangemi
Debbie Gangemi
1704642320
Christopher was great to work with. His staff was friendly and efficient as well. Chris spent endless hours ( even while away ) on a case and worked through everything for me. We would definitely recommend his firm. Thank you again.
julio cabreja
julio cabreja
1704599802
Jhoselyn Rodas
Jhoselyn Rodas
1703350596
Mr. McGuire and his team are super helpful, understanding, and professional throughout the process. They kept me informed every step of the way, which I appreciated! I highly recommend this law firm! Thank you so much Mr. McGuire!
Pete Sweat
Pete Sweat
1703271616
I hired Brett and his team to help restore my license which was suspended/revoked for years due to points/accidents. Fairly priced… after trying to take care of it on my own (paying fines and taking classes) I hired Brett, they did everything they could even after I moved from NY to FL, everyone who I spoke to was very helpful ESPECIALLY Daslin, she told me everything I needed to do and calmed me down when I thought I’d never get my license. Well it took some time but I am officially a LICENSED DRIVER! If you are having license problems don’t hesitate to call them, you won’t regret it. They even sent me my $100 money order back that went unused after my license was restored. 5 ⭐️’s
Kathy Mai
Kathy Mai
1703088891
We are very grateful that we got Mr. McGuire to represent us for our case! Mr. McGuire is extremely helpful and professional, he stayed on top of everything for us, and most importantly he helped us to achieve the result that we wanted. Mr. McGuire always open to talk and provided his professional opinions to guide us through the whole process. And his colleague Mr. Sorell was also helpful to support us at the final meeting. I can't say enough good things about Mr. McGuire and his firm, I really appreciated everything they have done for us, thank you very much!
rcassidy1952
rcassidy1952
1702906093
McGuire and his team done an outstanding job. Highly recommend!
Walter Vespe
Walter Vespe
1702827004
Mr McGuire has been our family lawyer for over 20 years. Mr McGuire has help my family from estate concerns to handling serious charges. His experience and knowledge of the law is second to none. I would Highly recommend
Tara Maddalena
Tara Maddalena
1702747130
Amazing law firm!!! They get it done. My husband and I have used Chris McGuire for different legal issues and he has been consistently wonderful. We recommend highly to all who have legal needs.
Sandy Niehr
Sandy Niehr
1702743650
McGuire, Pelaez & Bennett are great attorney’s who really cares about their client. Their fee is reasonable when I compared to other lawyers in the area. They are very knowledgeable and professional. Was always able to reach them and communicate with them whenever I had a concern. I highly recommend this law firm. Friendly staff too.
I appreciate the great customer service as well as the big help from everyone in the office. I would highly recommend them to any of my friends and family!
Jasmin Garcia
Jasmin Garcia
1702735811
They are the best lawyers ever! Highly recommend them. Super friendly and knowledgeable.
Jonathan Reyes
Jonathan Reyes
1701275264
Excellente trabajo me ayudaron con mi Caso!!
Mario M Gomez
Mario M Gomez
1700842836
Aurelio Marin
Aurelio Marin
1700677081
Excellent work. My 8 point ticket was dismissed. Chris & Dawkins are very helpful and nice.
McGuire, Pelaez and Bennett they were professional helpful was able to go to Mr McGuire when I felt uncomfortable very attentive. Nice pens too
wilis villalta
wilis villalta
1699392873
Cometí un error y ellos me ayudaron a resolverlo
Una oficina que me redujo todos mis tickets a tickets de parqueo sin puntos
Juan Pascual
Juan Pascual
1699302661
Una oficina demasiado buena el señor Bennett es excelente y honesto
Hanford tráfico másters for me excelente
La señora PELAEZ es muy eficiente en su trabajo se asegura que uno nunca tenga dudas sobre el caso muy satisfecho con sus servicios
christian brito
christian brito
1699042763
I am very satisfied with how i was represented and with the outcome ..I highly recommend this law office
WvGP XD
WvGP XD
1699039399
Valeria Abarca
Valeria Abarca
1698955299
Amazing attorneys & staff all around !
Melvin molina
Melvin molina
1698955026
Excelentes resultados abogados muy competentes
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