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Full service law office which handles wills, successions, divorces, and bankruptcy. Attorney advertising. Each case is different and results may vary.

Under Federal Law, we are a Debt Relief Agency and we help people file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code. Information on this page, blogs, or posts is not intended as legal advice and reading this page does not create attorney-client relationship. Licensed only in Louisiana. Dramatization--not actual clients in photos and videos.

10/29/2026

A bankruptcy discharge is not the end of financial life in Louisiana — it is a reset point. Many residents begin rebuilding credit within the first year after discharge by using secured cards, monitoring their reports, and managing new obligations responsibly. Understand what a financial rebuild looks like after bankruptcy in Lafayette: https://www.wileyjowers.com/lafayette-chapter-11-lawyer/

10/28/2026

When a business partnership dissolves and leaves one or more partners personally liable for outstanding debt, bankruptcy may offer a path to resolution. Louisiana residents who took on personal liability in a business context should understand how individual bankruptcy can address those obligations. Explore your options with a New Iberia bankruptcy attorney: https://www.wileyjowers.com/new-iberia-bankruptcy-lawyer/

10/27/2026

Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy require a full look at your income and expenses, and most people are surprised by where their money actually goes each month, from unused subscriptions to expenses that have quietly grown too high. Before filing, you're required to complete a credit counseling course reviewing your finances, and after filing, a second financial education course teaches the difference between necessary expenses and wants.

Learn more about what the bankruptcy process involves: https://www.wileyjowers.com/

10/26/2026

Bankruptcy cases are filed in federal court and become part of the public record, though in practice most Louisiana residents will never encounter issues from this. Understanding the public nature of filings, along with what is and is not visible, helps set accurate expectations before you begin the process. Learn what to expect when filing for bankruptcy in Lafayette: https://www.wileyjowers.com/lafayette-chapter-13-lawyer/

10/23/2026

A Chapter 13 repayment plan in Louisiana typically runs three to five years depending on the filer's income and debt load. During that time, the debtor makes regular payments to a trustee while retaining property. Understanding the timeline upfront helps Louisiana residents plan with realistic expectations. Learn more about the Chapter 13 process in New Iberia: https://www.wileyjowers.com/new-iberia-chapter-13-lawyer/

10/22/2026

Unexpected health events remain one of the leading causes of bankruptcy filings across the country, and Louisiana residents are no exception. When medical debt becomes unmanageable alongside other financial obligations, bankruptcy may provide a structured legal resolution. Learn how bankruptcy can address overwhelming medical debt in St. Martinville: https://www.wileyjowers.com/st-martinville-bankruptcy-lawyer/

10/21/2026

One of the most persistent myths about bankruptcy is that filers lose all of their possessions. Louisiana exemption laws allow most individuals to keep everyday necessities, vehicles up to a certain value, and retirement accounts. Understanding what is protected can make the decision to file much clearer. Review Louisiana bankruptcy exemptions in Lafayette: https://www.wileyjowers.com/lafayette-bankruptcy-lawyer/

10/20/2026

When you hire a local attorney, you get direct accessibility, meaning you can stop by their office in person if you urgently need something, even at the end of the day. Local attorneys also bring greater familiarity and experience within the specific court system handling your case, which can make a real difference in how smoothly things go. Choosing someone who knows your local courts is worth the extra consideration.

Learn more about our local bankruptcy team: https://www.wileyjowers.com/

10/19/2026

Subchapter V of Chapter 11 was created to give small business owners a streamlined path through bankruptcy reorganization. It reduces costs, shortens timelines, and allows Louisiana business owners to retain more control over their reorganization plan. See how Subchapter V may apply to your business in New Iberia: https://www.wileyjowers.com/new-iberia-chapter-11-lawyer/

10/16/2026

High-interest payday loans can trap Louisiana borrowers in a cycle that is difficult to break through regular payments alone. In most cases, payday loan balances are treated as unsecured debt and may be dischargeable through bankruptcy. Learn how bankruptcy law may address payday loan debt in Lafayette: https://www.wileyjowers.com/lafayette-chapter-7-lawyer/

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223 South Weeks Street
New Iberia, LA
70560

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+13376088193

Website

http://www.wileyjowers.com/

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