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Sometimes Being Right Isn’t Enough
You know you’re right. The other person knows you’re right. Every reasonable person with an objective perspective on the facts would agree: “You’re absolutely right!” Unfortunately, sometimes being right isn’t enough. Some people are really stubborn. Some people just don’t like to admit they’re wrong. Others don’t want to have to pay money if they think they can worm…
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Will I Owe Money After Foreclosure?
Many people who call our office want to save their homes from foreclosure. In other cases, a foreclosure has already taken place. There are many different reasons why a foreclosure may be scheduled, ranging from market conditions to change in homeowner circumstances. One of the lingering effects of the foreclosure crisis is the rise of the deficiency…
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It is Time to Change DC’s Contributory Negligence Law
District of Columbia tort law is governed by the legal doctrine of contributory negligence. Under comparative negligence, a plaintiff can be completely barred from recovering damages if the plaintiff was 1% at fault for causing his or her own injuries. Contributory negligence leads to unfair results, and it is time to change DC’s contributory negligence…
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Your Best Debt Defense May Be Bankruptcy
Unresolved debts can take an enormous toll on your overall quality of life. If you feel anxious every time your telephone rings or get a knot in your stomach when retrieving your mail, you may gain peace of mind by seeking bankruptcy protection. In fact, your best debt defense may be bankruptcy. The two main…
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Inside the Dark World of Consumer Debt Collection
In August 2014, the New York Times published a fascinating article by Jake Halpern entitled Paper Boys: Inside the Dark, Lucrative World of Consumer Debt Collection. The article follows the intertwining tales of Aaron Siegel and Brandon Wilson, two men who invest in “distressed consumer debt.” These guys buy up the right to collect unpaid credit-card…
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The Bankruptcy Threat in Debt Settlement Negotiations
When attempting to settle a debt or otherwise negotiate with a creditor, the bankruptcy threat is a potent weapon. The credible threat of bankruptcy from your attorney can induce a creditor to reconsider his position during negotiations. Creditors More Willing to Negotiate If You Are Willing to File Bankruptcy Suppose you want to settle a debt for less than is owed. Do you…
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Saturday Office Hours for Bankruptcy Clients
Lee Legal offers Saturday office hours for bankruptcy client consultations. We know you’re busy. It can be tough to take time off work. If you prefer weekend appointments, we can accommodate you. Flexible office hours for busy clients Our Saturday office hours are between 9AM and 3PM in the Washington, D.C. office, located a block…
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Debt Settlement Attorney in Washington D.C. and Virginia
You may not want to file personal bankruptcy on a debt. You may owe just a single debt, or maybe just a few. In some cases, it makes more sense to consider debt settlement over bankruptcy. Consider hiring an experienced debt settlement attorney in Washington D.C. and Virginia to engage in debt settlement on your behalf. A creditor…
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Why You Should Always Fight a Credit Card Lawsuit
When you are sued for an unpaid debt, usually it is not the original creditor who is filing the action against you. Instead, the creditor has likely sold the debt to a collector for pennies on the dollar. Debt collectors file hundreds or even thousands of lawsuits on a monthly basis with the hope that…
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You Can’t Go to Jail for a Debt
A long time ago, when our country was very young, the U.S. had separate prisons for people who could not repay their debts. We called these jails “debtors’ prisons.” Today, we think it preposterous to throw someone in jail for simply owing a debt. After all, how would someone earn the money to repay a…
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A debt lawsuit or warrant in debt isn’t just stressful — it’s a countdown. If you don’t respond in time, the creditor wins automatically, regardless of whether the debt is valid, accurate, or even legally theirs to collect.
Creditors count on you doing nothing. When you call Lee Legal, the game changes.
Attorney Brian Lee brings over 20 years of aggressive debt defense experience to every case. We’ll dig into the details — examining whether the debt is legitimate, whether the amount is correct, and whether the creditor has the legal right to sue you at all. Then we fight for the best possible outcome: a dismissal, a negotiated settlement, a payment plan you can actually afford, or a full defense at trial.
We’ll keep you informed and in control at every stage — no confusing legal jargon, no surprises, and no judgment. Being sued for debt happens to good people. What matters is what you do next.
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