Simon Fitzgerald LLC

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Bankruptcy attorney

4.8(44 Google reviews)

2901 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503, United States

Information last updated October 12, 2026

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy

About Simon Fitzgerald LLC

Simon Fitzgerald LLC is a bankruptcy law firm established in 1907, making it Louisiana's oldest firm dedicated to this practice area. Since its founding, the firm has assisted over 25,000 individuals, families, and businesses in achieving financial freedom. Simon Fitzgerald LLC specializes in Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 11, and small business bankruptcy filings.

The firm's legal team includes five experienced bankruptcy attorneys, three of whom are board-certified consumer bankruptcy specialists, supported by over 20 paralegals and additional staff. This team brings over 100 years of combined bankruptcy law experience to their clients. Simon Fitzgerald LLC offers free and confidential initial consultations to discuss clients' financial situations and explore available options.

With three strategic office locations in Shreveport, Alexandria, and Lafayette, the firm serves five major regions across Louisiana. Simon Fitzgerald LLC is committed to providing compassionate guidance, clear explanations of legal options, personalized attention, and unwavering support throughout the bankruptcy process. The firm aims to help clients stop creditor harassment, prevent property foreclosure or repossession, and eliminate unmanageable debt, guiding them toward a fresh financial start.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Keith M. Welch — Partner
Kevin R. Molloy — Partner
L. Laban Levy — Partner
Karl M. Helo — Partner
David K. Welch — Partner
Ryan C. Robison — Associate Attorney
J. Lee Dunford — Associate Attorney
Services listed: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Small Business Bankruptcy
Founded: 1907
Consultations: Free initial consultation
Fees: For Chapter 13 cases, attorney fees are $0 upfront and included in the monthly repayment plan; Chapter 7 cases have attorney fees typically ranging from $1,200 to $2,200, with court costs and other fe
Offices: 2901 Johnston Street, Suite 202 Lafayette, LA 70503
4700 Line Avenue, Suite 200 Shreveport, LA 71106
1118 3rd Street Alexandria, LA 71301

Source: simonfitzgerald.com · checked October 12, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Details & Amenities

Service options

Online appointmentsOn-site services

Highlights

LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safe spaceAppointments recommended

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible seatingWheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

ToiletFree parking lotOn-site parking

Simon Fitzgerald LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Simon Fitzgerald LLC located?+

Simon Fitzgerald LLC is located at 2901 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Simon Fitzgerald LLC handle?+

Simon Fitzgerald LLC handles Bankruptcy. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Simon Fitzgerald LLC?+

Call Simon Fitzgerald LLC at +1 337-606-6177 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Simon Fitzgerald LLC well rated?+

Simon Fitzgerald LLC has a 4.8-star rating based on 44 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

8 reviews

Annette LeBlanc· via Google
I was in the blind as to where to turn for financial matters, I picked a name and it turned out to be a great choice. Karl Helo and his staff were so helpful. If you are in need of bankruptcy help, I would definitely recommend Simon Fitzgerald. Thank you for your services.
2 years ago
Geoffrey Blansett· via Google
Best advice I could ever have wanted
3 months ago
Eric Mautner· via Google
Having to start over isn't easy. Karl absolutely goes above and beyond for his clients. If you want someone that you can trust in a trying time you won't be disappointed.
8 months ago
Melissa Stoute· via Google
Highly recommend this firm, not only for their professionalism, but for the utmost kindness and help through one of the roughest decision our family made to file chapter 13 bankruptcy. They made the years easy to handle, answered all questions without hesitation, gave advice when needed and were always there when in need! People say when you file bankruptcy, you can't handle money so you had to bankrupt, that's not always the case. The hardships faced to make the decision to file, because of no choice due to unexpected circumstances, it can happen to anyone. This by far was the BEST decision our family made and we learned so much, now our future is brighter than ever! Thank you to all for helping our family come out on top!
a year ago
Francis Gary· via Google
Mr Simon Fitzgerald is a great person to deal with. He handled all my issues great.
5 months ago
clarence majors· via Google
Great firm to work with.Let's you know what's going to happen with your case.Always returns calls in a timely manner. No surprises.
5 months ago
STEPHANIE ALEXANDER· via Google
Great experience. My lawyer was great and helped me when I didn't know what to do. Very experienced at his job. They get the job done.
2 months ago
Melinda fontenette· via Google
I would highly recommend Simon Fitzgerald LLC. Mr. Karl Helo was my lawyer and during my 4 years in bankruptcy, he has been compassionate, understanding, and always available for all my needs. Thanks Simon Fitzgerald!!
2 months ago

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