Tuscaloosa Bankruptcy Law Firm

Attorney Marshall Entelisano: 25+ Years, 14,000+ Clients, Full-Scope Debt Relief

I am Attorney Marshall A. Entelisano, and I’ve practiced bankruptcy law in Tuscaloosa since being admitted to the Alabama Bar in May 1998. Since 2000, my firm has guided over 14,000 individuals, families, and businesses through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. That record isn’t a footnote. It’s the foundation of everything I do for clients across Tuscaloosa County and the surrounding west Alabama communities.

Bankruptcy is a legal right, not a failure. For many people, it’s the most direct path out of unmanageable credit card debt, medical bills, missed loan payments, or the threat of foreclosure or wage garnishment. Depending on the chapter you file and the exemptions that apply, it may allow you to keep your home, your vehicle, and a meaningful portion of what you’ve built. My practice covers far more than standard chapter filings. I handle the full range of debt-relief options available under federal and Alabama law, so you hear about every path forward, not just the most common ones.

If creditors are calling, your wages are being garnished, or you’re facing a lawsuit you can’t defend alone, the right time to call is now.

Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation by calling (659) 336-2597 or reaching out online. My Tuscaloosa bankruptcy law firm proudly serves clients throughout Tuscaloosa County and the surrounding areas.

Why Hire a Bankruptcy Attorney?

Filing without an attorney is allowed, but a paperwork error, a missed deadline, or the wrong chapter choice can derail your case entirely. The means test that determines Chapter 7 eligibility, the treatment of secured debts in a Chapter 13 repayment plan, and the exemptions available under Alabama law aren’t straightforward. Getting them right matters.

On your behalf, I can:

• Evaluate your full financial picture by reviewing your income, debts, assets, and expenses to determine whether bankruptcy is your best option. If a better path exists, I’ll tell you plainly and help you pursue it.
• Prepare and file all legal documents correctly and on time according to local bankruptcy court rules and procedures, reducing the risk of case dismissal or complications.
• Plan your case to protect assets and maximize exemptions, so you may retain as much property and financial stability as possible going forward.
• Represent you at hearings and in negotiations with creditors. You don’t have to navigate bankruptcy court alone.
• Identify and act on creditor rights violations, including illegal collection tactics, creditor harassment, and other abuses. When creditors cross the line, I can hold them accountable.
• Advise on life after bankruptcy, including credit score impact and concrete steps toward rebuilding your financial standing after discharge.