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When your financial well-being is at stake, you deserve the help of a legal team who respects you enough to deliver frank advice from start to finish.

Providing Customized Solutions with Flexible Pricing in Phoenix and the Surrounding Areas
When you are facing immense debt, it can be easy to lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel. At Compassionate Counsel, our Scottsdale bankruptcy lawyers and debt settlement lawyers are here to show you the path forward by seeking and implementing solutions to your financial issues. Our team has extensive experience helping individuals throughout Arizona overcome debt.
We will not tell you what you want to hear – we will tell you what you need to hear. When your financial freedom is at stake, you deserve the professional guidance of a legal team who respects your needs and will deliver frank advice from start to finish.
We offer flexible payment plans for every budget. Schedule a free initial consultation by contacting us online or calling (623) 294-5705 today.


Let's discuss how we can help you move forward. Call (623) 294-5705 or contact us online. Attorney response time is less than one hour.
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Seeking Solutions You Need to Secure a Brighter Future
Our Powerful Debt Relief Services
No matter how hopeless your circumstances may feel, you have options. Filing for bankruptcy may be the right choice for you if you are ready to start fresh. Whether you can commit to a repayment plan or are prepared to liquidate non-exempt assets, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help you put your financial problems behind you.
When you file for either type of consumer bankruptcy, you will be protected by the automatic stay. This court order prevents creditors from taking action against you, meaning bankruptcy can be used to stop foreclosures, repossessions, creditor lawsuits, and wage garnishments. In many cases, the automatic stay remains in effect for the duration of your bankruptcy case.
If bankruptcy is not the right choice for your specific situation, we encourage you to consider debt negotiation and settlement, instead.
Our Scottsdale bankruptcy lawyers and debt settlement attorneys can assist you with:
- Debt Resolution Program. You are making payments on time but are still struggling to stay afloat. We are here to advise you on a solution that's in your best interest, not our pocketbooks, with continuing credit education, advice and support, even after we have resolved your credit issues.
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. This type of bankruptcy can help you quickly secure a clean slate. Through the liquidation of your non-exempt assets, you can begin to build a stable future and obtain the peace of mind you deserve.
- General Legal Services. We will in some limited cases assist clients with matters of estate planning, asset protection, divorce, personal injury claims, and small business reorganization.

Client Testimonials
Allow Our Former Clients to Tell You What Sets Us Apart
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When I met Kris Childers I was a complete financial and emotional disaster. I had just been served with four lawsuits in a matter of two weeks. I was working with another company trying to repay my debts. Kris was reviewing their cases and came upon mine and called me. I was not open to the idea of bankruptcy. We spoke at length, and he finally got through to me, convincing me this would be the only "sane" solution to the burden I was carrying.
His kind and gentle manner in handling my case made this so much easier. He went out of his way to pick up and drop off paperwork for me to review and sign. He answered all of my questions repeatedly. I just could not believe that heavy a financial burden could be eliminated. I can't thank Kris enough for talking sense into me. Compassionate Counsel is an excellent name for this company. It describes them to a "T", and I would not hesitate for a second to recommend their services to others who need financial help and counseling. Thank you, Kris and Brandt
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Brent was helpful and gave his best opinion after reviewing my documents, he also gave me a similar situation he been through that was related to mine.
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Great legal team who takes care of all your needs and questions in a timely manner. Very efficient and clear in their directions and available whenever necessary.- Amanda L.
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I spoke with Brant a couple times on the phone regarding my son's financial hardships and both times I hung up feeling that I had received accurate, understanding, and caring advice. Both phone calls were received quickly after my reaching out to him too. What a rarity it is to find an attorney who "walks the walk." Compassionate Counsel is truly what this firm provides. I recommend them with 100% assurance that you will be blown away by the caring and knowledgeable service you will receive.- Lisa Dee S.
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I hired Hodyno to help me fight a mistake on my credit report. Dealing with the creditor had been terrible to this point, and I was at a dead end. Hodyno was empathetic during our phone call but made it a point to manage my expectations. In the end, we weren't able to get the creditor to change the language, but Hodyno was able to get me a full record of my payments from the creditor to support my dispute (which were not being released to me, neither before nor since!) He was prompt, thorough, and honest.
Sometimes you just need an attorney to turn to for solid advice, someone to actually help you. I recommend Brant Hodyno.- Paul -
I called a law firm with one "yes" or "no" question. They said I'd need a 30-minute consultation and pay $250. I called Brant, and he had no problem answering me. He also gave me advice on how to catch the scammers who were calling. Thanks, Brant! I wish all attorneys were like you!- Cathy J.
Changing the Perceptions of Attorneys through Building Long-Lasting Relationships
We aim to defy all stereotypes and imbue compassion, honesty, and loyalty into our legal services. Our team approaches each client’s case with the empathy and attention it deserves.
Our firm strives to deliver personable services backed by extensive experience, and our goal is to create relationships that last a lifetime. When you come to us for help with your financial difficulties, we take the time to truly get to know you. We deeply care about your future and will treat you like an individual, not just another case number.
Like our tailor-made strategies, our prices are flexible to suit your unique needs. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to fees. To that end, we offer pro bono and reduced-fee services to the indigent, veterans, military servicemembers, and first responders.


Why Choose Compassionate Counsel?
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Compassionate, honest, and loyal are probably not the three values that come to mind when you think of a typical attorney. We defy all stereotypes.
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Just like our tailor-made strategies, our prices are flexible to fit your unique needs. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to fees.
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We take the time to truly get to know our clients because we care about you. We’ll treat you like an individual, not just another case number.
