{"id":256,"date":"2025-12-17T19:30:16","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T19:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fivelakeslawgroup.com\/features\/?p=256"},"modified":"2025-12-17T19:33:59","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T19:33:59","slug":"five-lakes-attorney-brian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fivelakeslawgroup.com\/features\/five-lakes-attorney-brian\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Lakes Attorney &#8211; Brian"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong track record of results for his clients, with over $10 million in client debt resolved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brings over 15 years of legal experience, including substantial work in consumer debt advocacy, and advisory roles supporting mission-driven startups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>What drew you to Five Lakes?<\/strong><em><br><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I like the idea of fighting for the \u201clittle guy\u201d and having done this sort of work before, I recognized that Five Lakes had the systems and people to really make a difference in people\u2019s lives in the most effective way possible. I jumped at the chance to join this team.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>What is the most rewarding part about your work?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Hearing the relief that clients feel when we first speak never gets old. Often, clients will mention a poor experience trying other methods and express gratitude that we are truly here to help.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>How would you describe your philosophy or approach when working with clients in debt?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I always keep in mind that I am talking with people facing something that has brought them years of stress and hardship. I like to be patient and reassuring and give clients the space they need to move forward comfortably.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>How do you define a \u201csuccessful outcome\u201d for your clients?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A successful outcome begins with a client starting their program with a complete understanding of what to expect, and ends with the client graduating having paid off all of their debts and already enjoying the benefits of increased cash flow.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>What advice would you give to someone who\u2019s hesitant to reach out for help with their debt?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Take an honest look at how the next few years are likely to go. 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