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Portia Douglas

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Licensed for 35 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Bankruptcy & Debt

Language

English

About

The Bankruptcy Legal Services is a woman owned and operated law firm with one attorney, Portia Douglas. In 1985, she graduated from Notre Dame Law School with the goal of helping people. Since 1987, she has been practicing exclusively consumer and small business bankruptcy law, taking a personal interest in helping clients receive a financial fresh start. Portia gives personal & non-judgmental bankruptcy service to each client. At your first consultation , the bankruptcy process will be explained in detail. Portia takes the time to determine the needs of each individual case; in 2017, she successfully won a rare bankruptcy judgment, discharging a client's federal student loans. Portia realizes that each case is as unique as each client.

Practices Areas

Bankruptcy & Debt

Foreclosure

Language

English

Contact

The Bankruptcy Legal Services of Portia Douglas70 E 91st St #108.Indianapolis, IN, 46240-1550

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
July 6, 2020

Portia was extremely knowledgeable, honest and helpful. She gave us great advise and direction. She took her time to understand our situation and provide sound advise on what direction we should go which was not to file bankruptcy at this time. She really is a different type of attorney. You could tell she really cared about what we were going through and wanted to help. I would highly recommend her firm.

Mark
January 25, 2019

Kept me in the loop every step of the way. Always friendly and professional.

Todd
December 12, 2018

Portia out did my expectations thru the whole process...She was kind, compassionate, thoroughly Professional thru the entire process....Kudos to one of her Staff as well.... Velda! Thank you Portia....If you need an attorney for bankruptcy, you should choose Ms. Douglas !

Julie
August 21, 2018

Portia represented me and my husband back in 2013. She educated us about our situation, and gave us comfort by taking control. She did a excellent job in our unique situation. It’s priceless to me. Five years later with excellent credit score of 801 we perchased a home but hade to do FHA loan. We were trying for conventional loan but was denied. We are fine with it. The issues arrived when the loan officer was confused and asked question we couldn’t answer. I called portia douglas thinking she would have forgotten and moved on with bigger problems. I did not believe she would call me back. When she did i was surprised. She remembered us and answered our questions to clarify the confusion we all had. When we first saw her in 2013 she told me and my husband she is our lawyer for life. In 2018 she proved to us that she really is. Great lawyer and a great person as well. What Portia has done for us and continues to do is priceless to me. I can’t believe she remembered us. May God bless her always.

anonymous
August 3, 2018

Portia took the time to thoroughly work through our complicated chapter 7 bankruptcy case. She investigated every possible angle and walked us through every scenario we might encounter with the process. Ultimately she helped us achieve a successful chapter 7 discharge and keep all of our assets. We would absolutely recommend Portia's services to anyone!

Lenny
May 10, 2018

Portia is a excellent person and super professional. The best I really recommend her

Brian
December 10, 2017

After first talking to an attorney downtown, and they immediately stated I should go Ch. 13. The info given was confusing and inadequate! I then called Portia in Carmel area after reading good reviews, and am very happy with the results. She immediately reviewed my case and data before offering CH. 7 or 13 advice. She was thorough and went to bat for me with the trustee and his atty many times. I you are considering filing I would recommend Portia to represent you!

Alec
November 15, 2017

After debating whether or not to file personal bankruptcy, and interviewing several attorneys and firms, I chose Portia Douglas and it was without a doubt the best decision I could have made. Portia and her paralegal worked around my schedule and met with me at my convenience. They were always very accommodating, while at the same time providing me constant feedback on the process and what the next steps needed to be. Portia, took the time to explore multiple options with me and what the advantages/disadvantages were to each. She very clearly set my expectations and exactly what the legal fees would be for each step. Portia made it perfectly clear that I would need to be upfront and honest with her, as well as provide all required documentation so she could present the best option for my circumstance. Throughout the process, Portia was always direct and made sure I completely understood my options and what she believed would provide me the best possible outcome. What I believed would be a very painful process, Portia and her staff made very tolerable. Additionally, Portia was by far the most cost-effective attorney that I interviewed. I would use Portia and her firm again and would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need. She and her staff are caring people who want the best for her clients.

anonymous
August 5, 2016

Portia Douglas and her staff were very professional and so kind throughout the whole process. Her kindred spirit and work ethic help make this difficult time in my life so much easier. I really appreciate all her compassion, hard work and wise decisions to help better my situation. If you are in need of an bankruptcy lawyer I would highly recommend Portia Douglas.

anonymous
November 7, 2012

Working with Portia and her assistant Nancy was like working with old friends. They were friendly, professional, and made a very intimidating process very manageable for a family in a tough situation. We'd recommend Portia to anyone looking for advice about bankruptcy.

anonymous
July 6, 2020

Portia was extremely knowledgeable, honest and helpful. She gave us great advise and direction. She took her time to understand our situation and provide sound advise on what direction we should go which was not to file bankruptcy at this time. She really is a different type of attorney. You could tell she really cared about what we were going through and wanted to help. I would highly recommend her firm.

Mark
January 25, 2019

Kept me in the loop every step of the way. Always friendly and professional.

Todd
December 12, 2018

Portia out did my expectations thru the whole process...She was kind, compassionate, thoroughly Professional thru the entire process....Kudos to one of her Staff as well.... Velda! Thank you Portia....If you need an attorney for bankruptcy, you should choose Ms. Douglas !

Julie
August 21, 2018

Portia represented me and my husband back in 2013. She educated us about our situation, and gave us comfort by taking control. She did a excellent job in our unique situation. It’s priceless to me. Five years later with excellent credit score of 801 we perchased a home but hade to do FHA loan. We were trying for conventional loan but was denied. We are fine with it. The issues arrived when the loan officer was confused and asked question we couldn’t answer. I called portia douglas thinking she would have forgotten and moved on with bigger problems. I did not believe she would call me back. When she did i was surprised. She remembered us and answered our questions to clarify the confusion we all had. When we first saw her in 2013 she told me and my husband she is our lawyer for life. In 2018 she proved to us that she really is. Great lawyer and a great person as well. What Portia has done for us and continues to do is priceless to me. I can’t believe she remembered us. May God bless her always.

anonymous
August 3, 2018

Portia took the time to thoroughly work through our complicated chapter 7 bankruptcy case. She investigated every possible angle and walked us through every scenario we might encounter with the process. Ultimately she helped us achieve a successful chapter 7 discharge and keep all of our assets. We would absolutely recommend Portia's services to anyone!

Lenny
May 10, 2018

Portia is a excellent person and super professional. The best I really recommend her

Brian
December 10, 2017

After first talking to an attorney downtown, and they immediately stated I should go Ch. 13. The info given was confusing and inadequate! I then called Portia in Carmel area after reading good reviews, and am very happy with the results. She immediately reviewed my case and data before offering CH. 7 or 13 advice. She was thorough and went to bat for me with the trustee and his atty many times. I you are considering filing I would recommend Portia to represent you!

Alec
November 15, 2017

After debating whether or not to file personal bankruptcy, and interviewing several attorneys and firms, I chose Portia Douglas and it was without a doubt the best decision I could have made. Portia and her paralegal worked around my schedule and met with me at my convenience. They were always very accommodating, while at the same time providing me constant feedback on the process and what the next steps needed to be. Portia, took the time to explore multiple options with me and what the advantages/disadvantages were to each. She very clearly set my expectations and exactly what the legal fees would be for each step. Portia made it perfectly clear that I would need to be upfront and honest with her, as well as provide all required documentation so she could present the best option for my circumstance. Throughout the process, Portia was always direct and made sure I completely understood my options and what she believed would provide me the best possible outcome. What I believed would be a very painful process, Portia and her staff made very tolerable. Additionally, Portia was by far the most cost-effective attorney that I interviewed. I would use Portia and her firm again and would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need. She and her staff are caring people who want the best for her clients.

anonymous
August 5, 2016

Portia Douglas and her staff were very professional and so kind throughout the whole process. Her kindred spirit and work ethic help make this difficult time in my life so much easier. I really appreciate all her compassion, hard work and wise decisions to help better my situation. If you are in need of an bankruptcy lawyer I would highly recommend Portia Douglas.

anonymous
November 7, 2012

Working with Portia and her assistant Nancy was like working with old friends. They were friendly, professional, and made a very intimidating process very manageable for a family in a tough situation. We'd recommend Portia to anyone looking for advice about bankruptcy.

anonymous
July 6, 2020

Portia was extremely knowledgeable, honest and helpful. She gave us great advise and direction. She took her time to understand our situation and provide sound advise on what direction we should go which was not to file bankruptcy at this time. She really is a different type of attorney. You could tell she really cared about what we were going through and wanted to help. I would highly recommend her firm.

Mark
January 25, 2019

Kept me in the loop every step of the way. Always friendly and professional.

Todd
December 12, 2018

Portia out did my expectations thru the whole process...She was kind, compassionate, thoroughly Professional thru the entire process....Kudos to one of her Staff as well.... Velda! Thank you Portia....If you need an attorney for bankruptcy, you should choose Ms. Douglas !

Julie
August 21, 2018

Portia represented me and my husband back in 2013. She educated us about our situation, and gave us comfort by taking control. She did a excellent job in our unique situation. It’s priceless to me. Five years later with excellent credit score of 801 we perchased a home but hade to do FHA loan. We were trying for conventional loan but was denied. We are fine with it. The issues arrived when the loan officer was confused and asked question we couldn’t answer. I called portia douglas thinking she would have forgotten and moved on with bigger problems. I did not believe she would call me back. When she did i was surprised. She remembered us and answered our questions to clarify the confusion we all had. When we first saw her in 2013 she told me and my husband she is our lawyer for life. In 2018 she proved to us that she really is. Great lawyer and a great person as well. What Portia has done for us and continues to do is priceless to me. I can’t believe she remembered us. May God bless her always.

anonymous
August 3, 2018

Portia took the time to thoroughly work through our complicated chapter 7 bankruptcy case. She investigated every possible angle and walked us through every scenario we might encounter with the process. Ultimately she helped us achieve a successful chapter 7 discharge and keep all of our assets. We would absolutely recommend Portia's services to anyone!

Lenny
May 10, 2018

Portia is a excellent person and super professional. The best I really recommend her

Brian
December 10, 2017

After first talking to an attorney downtown, and they immediately stated I should go Ch. 13. The info given was confusing and inadequate! I then called Portia in Carmel area after reading good reviews, and am very happy with the results. She immediately reviewed my case and data before offering CH. 7 or 13 advice. She was thorough and went to bat for me with the trustee and his atty many times. I you are considering filing I would recommend Portia to represent you!

Alec
November 15, 2017

After debating whether or not to file personal bankruptcy, and interviewing several attorneys and firms, I chose Portia Douglas and it was without a doubt the best decision I could have made. Portia and her paralegal worked around my schedule and met with me at my convenience. They were always very accommodating, while at the same time providing me constant feedback on the process and what the next steps needed to be. Portia, took the time to explore multiple options with me and what the advantages/disadvantages were to each. She very clearly set my expectations and exactly what the legal fees would be for each step. Portia made it perfectly clear that I would need to be upfront and honest with her, as well as provide all required documentation so she could present the best option for my circumstance. Throughout the process, Portia was always direct and made sure I completely understood my options and what she believed would provide me the best possible outcome. What I believed would be a very painful process, Portia and her staff made very tolerable. Additionally, Portia was by far the most cost-effective attorney that I interviewed. I would use Portia and her firm again and would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need. She and her staff are caring people who want the best for her clients.

anonymous
August 5, 2016

Portia Douglas and her staff were very professional and so kind throughout the whole process. Her kindred spirit and work ethic help make this difficult time in my life so much easier. I really appreciate all her compassion, hard work and wise decisions to help better my situation. If you are in need of an bankruptcy lawyer I would highly recommend Portia Douglas.

anonymous
November 7, 2012

Working with Portia and her assistant Nancy was like working with old friends. They were friendly, professional, and made a very intimidating process very manageable for a family in a tough situation. We'd recommend Portia to anyone looking for advice about bankruptcy.