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About Adam

Since 1999, I have practiced exclusively in the areas of consumer and small business bankruptcy and other debt related law.

During this time, every work day was devoted to helping families and small businesses get back on their feet. My clients come to me in extraordinary pain and leave with a strong sense of relief due to my personal attention to their situation and understanding of their needs. 

At my firm, your legal questions will be answered only by an attorney. You deserve an attorney's help with your struggles and each case gets an attorney's full and personal attention.

We can teach you how to get the bill collectors off your back and how to fix your credit on your own. If you are struggling financially in any way, give us a call for a consultation, even if you think you are not yet ready to hire a lawyer.

Practice areas

Debt settlementBankruptcy and debt
  1. Bankruptcy and debt: 90%

    In the last 10 years I've had approximately 3,500 consultations with familes and small businesses who were struggling financially. I have also filed, or participated in, nearly 2,000 bankruptcies during that time.

    22 years, 2,000 cases

  2. Debt settlement: 10%

    22 years, 150 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1800 Saint James Pl Suite 105
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The Schachter Law Firm, PC

1800 Saint James Pl Suite 105
Houston, TX, 77056-4109

The Schachter Law Firm PC

505 Sam Houston Parkway East Suite 400
Houston, TX, 77060

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
AZResigned 199708/22/2020
TXInactive 199609/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Legal answers72
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Distinguished Service AwardTexas Legal Services Center2011
Board Certified - BankruptcyTexas Board of Legal Specialization2011
Certificate of AppreciationTexas Legal Services Center2010
HMPA Distinguished SpeakerHouston Metro Paralegal Association2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerThe Schachter Law Firm, P.C.2004 - Present
Chair of Bankruptcy SectionWeisblatt and Associates2000 - 2004
ShareholderHeston & Schachter, P.C.1999 - 2000
AssociateBroemer & Weisblatt1997 - 1998
AssociateBarry Hobbs, P.C.1996 - 1996
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Texas Legal Services CenterReferral attorney2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember2005 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Bankruptcy Law SectionMember2004 - Present
Houston Volunteer Lawyers ProgramReferral attorney2004 - Present
Houston Lawyer Referral ServiceReferral attorney2000 - Present
Houston Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember1999 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember1999 - Present
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember1994 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember2008 - 2008
Pro Bono College of State Bar of TexasMember2004 - 2004
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
LawReviewCLEBankruptcy 101 Chapter 7 and 132011
State Bar Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy CourseLitigating Automatic Stay Violations2009
King's Guide to Practice Under the Bankruptcy Reform Act of 2005Peer Review2005
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Southern Methodist Universitylaw1996
University of ArizonaB.A.1992
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Sugarland Rotary club meetingBankruptcy--Myths vs. Facts2011
Spring Branch ISD Community EducationConsumer protection via the collection laws2011
Spring Branch ISD Community EducationBankruptcy--survival after financial distress2011
Baytown Lions Club MeetingBankruptcy: Myths vs. Facts2011
Bankruptcy 101 Chapter 7 and 13Bankruptcy 101 Chapter 7 and 132011
Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association Monthly MeetingBankruptcy: Myths vs. Facts2010
University of Houston Small Business Development CenterCollection lawsN/A
University of Houston Small Business Development CenterBankruptcyN/A
Leisure Learning UnlimitedConsumer Collection LawsN/A
Leisure Learning UnlimitedBankruptcyN/A
Katy ISD Community Education ProgramConsumer Collection LawsN/A
Katy ISD Community Education ProgramBankruptcyN/A

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When I first contacted Adam Schachter, I was scared and not sure what to do about my situation. He immediately helped calm me down and realize that I did have options. Adam, Ryan and Jessica treated me as if I was their only client, returning phone calls and emails promptly. I'm happy to say that my bankruptcy case was settled in just 6 short months. I still can't believe it happened so quickly. Adam was there for me whenever I had questions or just needed reasurrance. There are no words to explain how thankful I am for Adam and his team. They have given me a new financial beginning!

Simply the Best!!

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Professional, Affordable, Dependable.. Adam put our mind at ease as we navigated through all the legal complexities.. All concerns were attended to in a prompt and courteous manor!!

Trustful and knowledgeable law firm!

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My husband and I recently closed our bankruptcy case, Mr. Schachter and his colleague Ryan were very successful and helpful during our bankruptcy process. We both first came in with much anxiety and trepidation but Adam and his team helped calm our worries and solve our bankruptcy case. I definitely recommend his firm to anyone in a bankruptcy situation as I know he will get the job done in a most timely, effiecient and trustful manner. Thank you to the Schachter team!

Adam and his team did a great job

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When we contacted the Schachter Law Firm, there seemed to be no hope for our situation. Adam and his team spent a lot of time with us explaining, instructing, reassuring and answering our many questions. It was a long process, but we were rewarded with a very successful outcome. We highly recommend the Schachter Law Firm for their professionalism, their 16+ years of experience and their positive approach which got results!

Extremely Responsive , Trustworthy and Honest

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Adam Schachter and his team are professional, responsive, and trustworthy . They kept me informed and not once did I feel like a burden. The Schachter Law firm is simply the very best!

Quick, Thorough & Painless

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It was a tough decision, but they made it easy. I felt comfortable that they understood my situation and that my case would go smoothly. That proved to be true as my case was dismissed in the minimum time. I have had opportunity to speak with them since and feel confident that if anything arises, they stand behind me.

GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!

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Only law firm I would ever recommend. I have even given every business card they have given me to friends and family. They are very detailed in their work and make sure that every step is carefully followed in order to help you're case succeed. They will put you at ease and explain how the process will work. Also their price is very affordable and are worth every penny!!

Most decent, honest lawyer you will ever find!

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If I could write a book here I would. Let me just tell you that if you are in need of an attorney and are as afraid as I was about getting lied to, scammed, etc.....you will have absolutely NONE of those worries with this firm. Adam and his firm are extremely efficient, very prompt and so incredibly kind and sincere in helping you with your needs. Unfortunately mine was bankruptcy and Adam immediately put me at ease and helped me get over my feelings of failure for having come to that point in my life when I never expected something like that to happen to me. His fee is very fair and I will tell you he is worth every penny. The firms knowledge and proficiency showed thru during every step of this process. I would recommend them to anyone and should I ever need another attorney (hopefully not) I will not hesitate to use them again.

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Thank You for the very positive experience! We chose Mr. Adam Schacter as our lawyer, because we were impressed by his knowledge and confidence when we attended his lecture at Leisure Learning. Jessica always returned our calls promptly and was always very pleasant. Ryan made us feel very much at ease and explained all the options in a way we could easily understand. He followed up as the case progressed, and also went an extra mile to help, when my husband got very sick and could not come to sign the papers personally. I was very pleased wtih their service.

Great Advise

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I was lost, and I didn't know how to go about all the mess. I found Mr. Schachter and came for a consultation, I felt a huge weight lifted off my shoulders after I left his office. It was history after that..
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Andrew Weisblatt, Business Attorney on Aug 10, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have worked with Adam Schachter for more than a decade. In that time I have been consistently impressed with his superior knowledge of the law as well as his absolutely unparalleled customer service. Adam is consistently available to his clients, returns phone calls promptly, and makes sure that his clients know what is happening every step of the way. If you are looking for a bankruptcy attorney, you will not find one better at bankruptcy nor more caring than Adam.

Angelina Zinn, Family Attorney on Oct 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Adam. He cares about his clients and works very diligently to get them the best possible outcome.

Ryan Dove, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jan 17, 2011
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Adam's specialty is customer service. He has a vast knowledge of consumer and bankruptcy law and always finds the time to listen to his clients. He has a knack for helping people to get through tough financial times while easing their stress level.

Hal Hale, Child custody Attorney on Nov 8, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Adam for 8 years and I believe that he is an incredibly effective and passionate advocate for his clients. I could not recommend an attorney more highly.

Jay Ciulla, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 25, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer's work. Adam is a great attorney who cares deeply about his clients. I recommend him enthusiastically,

Charles Newton, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 22, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer's work.

Stewart Guss, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 4, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Adam is the only lawyer to whom I would ever refer a bankruptcy lawyer. Adam is a brilliant mind, an effective and creative lawyer, and one of the most compassionate souls I know. Adam cares deeply about his clients and strives to bring them through whatever financial difficulties they face.

Grant Scheiner, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer's work. There are many Houston lawyers who practice in the area of Bankruptcy/Debt. What sets Adam Schachter apart from his colleagues is a superior work ethic combined with excellent communication skills. Mr. Schachter can explain the complexities of bankruptcy to almost anyone. I have consulted with some of Mr. Schachter's clients in my own line of work, and I have been impressed that they have retained almost everything that Mr. Schachter has explained to them. I sure hope I never need to file bankruptcy, but if I do, I wouldn't call anyone other than Mr. Schachter.

William Dyer, Litigation Attorney on Nov 18, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Adam Schachter is among the most CAPABLE bankruptcy lawyers I know, and one of the most CARING and METICULOUS lawyers I've ever met. He regularly represents people who have fallen on hard times. Adam is practical and realistic, but he will help you find whatever light is at the end of the particular tunnel that YOU have found yourself in. Adam strikes just the right balance between, on the one hand, showing respect and compassion for his clients' problems, and on the other hand, giving clear-eyed, unsentimental advice that doesn't sugar-coat bad news. He's efficient and cost-effective for his clients -- he doesn't rush, but neither does he waste time (at your expense!) -- and he does not run an "assembly-line practice." Instead, he focuses on every client individually, to get each of them a custom-tailored result. Adam has the respect of the local bankruptcy bar and bench. All of his clients benefit from his credibility in court. I recommend him enthusiastically without any hesitation.

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