Mayer & Newton’s mission is to provide caring, personal service to each individual visiting our office. In this difficult time in your life it is our pledge that our office will exceed your expectations every time you contact us for help. Make a free and confidential first consultation and we will advise you about your bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options. Whether you need to save your home or stop a garnishment you will meet with an experienced and caring lawyer. Thank you for taking time to visit our website! Please email us with your questions on our contact us page or call the office for a free appointment. We have offices located in Knoxville, Maryville and Morristown!
Welcome to the Mayer & Newton website! Please browse our different links to learn more about the bankruptcy process and practice. The contact us link directs your questions and concerns to our office, it also provides information on how to obtain a FREE consultation. The FAQ link directs you to quick answers to common questions. You can educate yourself on the different types of bankruptcies, as well as browse the attorney profile link to view who will be helping you during the bankruptcy process. The directions link will guide you to the locations you will need to travel.
Did you know that bankruptcy is mentioned in one of the oldest texts on earth? It is mentioned in the book of Deuteronomy from the Judeo-Christian Bible.
"At the end of every seven years thou shalt make a release. And this is the manner of release: Every creditor that lendeth ought unto his neighbor shall release it; he shall not exact if of his neighbor, or of his brother; because it is called the Lord’s release." Deuteronomy 15: 1-2
You might also be interested to know that Congress named Chapter 7 after the seven-year debt forgiveness rule contained in the above verse.
We are a law firm in Knoxville, Tennessee whose practice is primarily consumer bankruptcy - Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Our attorneys include Richard M. Mayer, John P. Newton, Brent S. Snyder and Casey L. Caldwell.
Here at Mayer & Newton we understand that bankruptcy can be a difficult, trying and emotional time. With more than 50 years of combined experience we serve East Tennessee in consumer bankruptcy, and we look forward to explaining, and helping you through this process.

*This is a legal advertisement from a Federally Designated Consumer Debt Relief Agency that files bankruptcy cases for consumer debtors as defined by Title 11 of the U.S. Code.
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