Oakes Law Offices, P.C.

08/18/2026

Chad Van Horn is correct!

Household debt remains near historic highs, even as some delinquency measures have stabilized. National averages can hide very different realities: one family may be paying balances down while another is relying on credit for groceries, insurance, or unexpected repairs. Your own payment history and monthly cash flow matter more than a headline. Review your options at https://www.vanhornlawgroup.com.

08/12/2026

as always, Brett Weiss is absolutely correct:

You are looking for a bankruptcy attorney. So you call some bankruptcy attorneys that you find online, and the first question you ask is, "How much do you charge?"Good lawyers absolutely hate that.Not because we don't want to discuss our fees--they are important to both of us. But because of what it...

06/22/2026

Learn how to spot the warning signs of shady debt relief companies and protect yourself from scams and hidden fees.

04/20/2026

yet another scam alert:

Tuesday, April 7, 2026Residents of the Northern District of Florida and other districts are receiving fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from the Bankruptcy Court. The scammer may demand a payment, which may include Zelle, Venmo, or purchasing a pre-paid card. The scammer may sound convincing and...

04/20/2026

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Here’s what borrowers should know about this critical deadline to consolidate your student loans, who it applies to, and what happens if you miss it.

04/18/2026

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The Department of Justice’s U.S. Trustee Program (USTP) recently obtained a judgment requiring a nationwide consumer law firm to refund a total of $196,527 in legal fees to dozens of clients based on the firm’s deficient services and other violations of the Bankruptcy Code.