Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows residents of Tennessee to reorganize their debts into a manageable 3 to 5 year repayment plan while keeping their home, car, and other assets. It is particularly effective for stopping foreclosure and catching up on mortgage arrears. Browse 35+ Chapter 13 attorneys in Tennessee to find one near you.
Showing 1–24 of 35 Chapter 13 Bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee
Mary Elizabeth Ausbrooks
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1996). Awards: Distinguished - 2016, Distinguished Service Award - 2014, Super Lawyer - 2014.
Eron Hershey Epstein
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1980). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2025, Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023.
Ursula Joi Woods Jones
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.9/10 (Excellent). 24 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2002). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2018, Family Strengthening - 2016, Outstanding Service Award - 2015.
Margaret Burns Fugate
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 47 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1979). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2024, AV Rated - 2023, AV Rated - 2022.
Alexander Sergey Koval
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 16 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2010). Awards: Rising Star - 2017, Rising Star - 2016, Rising Star - 2013.
Amelia Catherine Roberts
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.5/10 (Excellent). 26 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2003). Awards: Best Businesses of 2021 - 2021, Best Chattanooga Divorce Attorneys - 2021, 10 Best Family Law Law Firms - 2020.
Cynthia Turner Lawson
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.9/10 (Excellent). 29 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1997). Awards: A+ Accredited Business.
Amanda Marie Stofan
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.9/10 (Excellent). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2021), Tennessee (2006). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2018, Consumer Bankruptcy - 2012.
William Eugene Maddox Jr.
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent). 31 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1995). Awards: Knoxville Top Attorneys - 2021, Distinguished - 2020, Knoxville Top Attorneys - 2020.
Darrell Lane Castle
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.9/10 (Very Good). 47 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1979). Awards: National Achievement Award - 2017, Client Distinction Award - 2016, Client Distinction Award - 2015.
Justin Thomas Hayden
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.3/10 (Excellent). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Georgia (2017), Tennessee (2008). Awards: Rising Star - 2021, Rising Star - 2020, Rising Star - 2019.
Philip F. Counce
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 51 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1975). Awards: Client Rating - 2016, Silver Beaver.
Irwin Alice Magevney
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 19 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2007). Awards: Dean's Distinguished Service Award - 2007.
Ryan Edward Jarrard
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.2/10 (Excellent). 21 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2005). Awards: Top Attorney - 2017.
Patrick Lee Rice Sr.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.0/10 (Very Good). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2012).
Mark Albert Skelton
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 43 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1983). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2017, Client Champion Award, Distinguished.
Artie Byrd Jr.
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 15 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2011).
Susan Rebecca Limor
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.8/10 (Very Good). 39 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1987).
Christie Renee Taylor
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.3/10 (Good). 10 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2016).
Jared Andrew Williams
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 14 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2013), New York (2012).
Bryan Clark Penland
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.5/10 (Very Good). 20 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2006).
Brent Travis Strunk
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 6.6/10 (Good). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2003).
Dan Buchanan
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 7.5/10 (Very Good). 8 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (2018). Awards: Champion of Justice Award - 2019.
Carl Jerome Teel Jr
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 33 years of experience. Bar admissions: Tennessee (1993), Mississippi (1992). Awards: Distinguished - 2019, Board Certified as a Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist - 2016, Pro Bono Award - 2011.
Repayment plan bankruptcy that lets you keep assets while restructuring debt over 3–5 years. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across Tennessee and can help you understand whether Chapter 13 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy attorney in Tennessee, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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