Stop Wage Garnishment & Protect Your Paycheck

Wage garnishment can quickly drain your income and make it impossible to cover basic living expenses. If a creditor has already started taking money from your paycheck, or you’ve received a garnishment notice, you need immediate legal help. Our experienced bankruptcy and debt relief attorneys specialize in stopping wage garnishment and protecting your financial stability.

We understand how urgent this situation is. With the right legal strategy, you may be able to halt the garnishment, regain control of your finances, and work toward a fresh start.

How Wage Garnishment Works

A wage garnishment order requires your employer to withhold a portion of your wages to satisfy a debt. Creditors typically must obtain a court judgment before garnishing wages, but certain debts—such as child support, taxes, and federal student loans—can be garnished without a judgment. Federal law also limits how much of your paycheck can be taken, but even the maximum allowed amount can still create serious financial hardship.

How We Help You Stop Garnishment Fast

When you are facing wage garnishment, time is critical. Our legal team provides:

Immediate Case Review
We evaluate your garnishment notice and explain your options quickly, so you know what steps to take right away.

Bankruptcy Protection (Automatic Stay)
Filing for bankruptcy triggers an automatic stay that stops most collection actions, including wage garnishment, immediately. This gives you breathing room to stabilize your finances.

Tailored Legal Strategy
We determine the best approach for your situation—whether Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or another debt relief option is most appropriate. Our goal is to stop garnishment and minimize long-term impact.

Employer Notification & Enforcement
Once your case is filed, we take action to notify your employer and ensure the garnishment stops as soon as legally possible.

Potential Recovery of Garnished Funds
In many cases, you may be able to recover wages garnished in the period before filing bankruptcy, depending on your situation and timing.

Why You Should Act Now

Wage garnishment can continue indefinitely until the debt is resolved. The sooner you take action, the more of your income you can protect. Even if you feel like you have no options, a skilled attorney can often identify solutions you may not be aware of.

Get Help Today

If you’re dealing with wage garnishment, don’t wait. Contact our office for a consultation to discuss your situation and explore the best path forward. We are here to help you stop garnishment, protect your paycheck, and regain financial stability.

Reach Out To Us

Aron Szabo and The Szabo Law Group serve clients throughout Florida. If you’re in need of legal assistance related to Immigration, Visas, Green Cards, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure, call or visit one of our four locations. We have offices in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Orlando, and Jacksonville.