How Can I Fight Back Against a Garnishment in Baltimore?

Question:

Dear Steve,

I have a former leasing company and a dentist taking me to court to seek garnishments. I cannot file bankruptcy right now but want to fight the garnishment.

I am trying to find a local attorney. Most do bankruptcies but won’t talk to me about this. I found one but he costs an arm and a leg. I’m in the Baltimore area.

Kimberly

Answer:

Dear Kimberly,

It sounds as if you are being sued over defaulted debt. The way you fight the garnishment is by dealing with the underlying lawsuits, to begin with.

Here are a few consumer attorneys in the Baltimore area that deal with consumer issues.

Your other option is to attempt to settle the debt with the creditors.

Steve Rhode Debt Coach and Author

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