The legal principles discussed on this website may differ substantially from your situation. Ketabchi is the owner of HK Law, a boutique New York City-based debt defense and judgment relief practice focused on representing consumers facing creditor lawsuits, garnishments, bank restraints, and liens. Ketabchi has worked in various capacities in the debt relief industry for over a decade. He represe
nts consumers in lawsuits and post-judgment matters and is experienced in Supreme Court litigation and Appeals. Ketabchi received his undergraduate degree in Political Philosophy from New College of California. He graduated from CUNY School of Law, where he was a Revson Fellow. He is licensed to practice in all New York State Courts and is a member of the New York State Bar Association. PLEASE READ BELOW:
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