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For most people in Alabama and Mississippi, a car isn’t just a luxury—it’s a lifeline. It gets you to work, takes the kids to school, and helps you manage the daily essentials of life. So it's no surprise that one of the most common concerns we hear at the Bond & Botes Law Offices is this ...

Struggling with back-to-school expenses and rising debt? Learn how parents in Alabama and Mississippi can stop repossessions, garnishments, and find lasting relief.

At Bond & Botes, we are proud to feature attorneys who combine skill, compassion, and dedication to the people they serve. This month’s spotlight shines on Amy K. Tanner, a Huntsville bankruptcy attorney who has been helping individuals and families in North Alabama find debt relief and a fresh financial start for over 25 years.

Credit card interest rates have climbed to levels most of us haven’t seen in decades. In many cases, balances are now carrying rates over 20%, and that’s before penalty APRs kick in.

Summer in the South should be a time for cookouts, beach trips, and making memories—not stressing over money. But this year, more folks across Alabama and Mississippi are finding themselves falling behind on bills, and we’re hearing it every day at the Bond & Botes Law Offices.

For over three decades, J. Suzanne Carlson Shinn has empowered individuals and families in central Alabama to overcome serious financial challenges. As an experienced bankruptcy attorney with Bond & Botes Law Offices, Suzanne is renowned for her kindness, respect, and unwavering support for every client.

This Juneteenth, the Bond & Botes Law Offices reflect on the legacy of freedom, equality, and how bankruptcy can help individuals in Alabama and Mississippi break free from the cycle of debt and reclaim their financial futures.

We are delighted to share some wonderful news at the Bond & Botes Law Offices—our very own Gail Donaldson has been chosen to join Leadership Montgomery’s Legacy Class XLII. This honor is reserved for those whose commitment to community service and civic leadership sets them apart.

The resumption of federal student loan payments has brought widespread financial stress to millions of Americans, particularly in Alabama and Mississippi. Recent data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals that student loan delinquencies have surged dramatically, causing significant harm to borrowers' credit scores. At the Bond & Botes Law Offices, we recognize that individuals struggling with student loans often face broader financial difficulties, including unpaid credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans.

The recent bankruptcy filing by Hudson’s Bay Company, North America's oldest continuously operating company, underscores that financial difficulties can affect even the most established and historically resilient businesses. Founded in 1670, Hudson’s Bay Company's journey into bankruptcy provides important insights and valuable lessons for individuals experiencing their own financial hardships in Alabama and Mississippi.