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About Us

Heard Ary, LLC is a law firm dedicated to helping its clients solve their legal problems. Whether it is helping a company restructure its debts so that it can stay in business and keep its people employed, a sole proprietor who help with taxes owed to the IRS, or someone who simply is overwhelmed by their current financial problems, we can help resolve these problems. We have a combined experience of over twenty-five years in representing our clients in bankruptcy as well as "pre-bankruptcy" or out-of-court settlements. Our experience in this area allows us to provide a unique and flexible model for representation that is cost effective and result oriented, which is critical to the success of our clients. Our model calls for much more than the delivery of excellent legal work to our clients. It calls for a relationship-driven approach that results in a complete solution to the legal, financial and business needs of our clients.

Why Choose Us

We are not just another law firm. The success of our business model does not depend upon the traditional bottom line approach of large law firms. We represent our clients with a view towards a long-term, satisfying and productive relationship. In this regard, we offer our clients flexible payment options and often meet with clients outside of regular business hours in order to obtain the best results for our clients.

We understand financial problems and the stress they can cause. Our goal is for you to have the knowledge to make informed decisions about your financial future. With over 25 years' experience practicing law, we can help you find the right answers for you.

Some of the other reasons to choose Heard Ary, LLC for your legal representation are.

·We are licensed in all State and Federal Courts in Alabama and Florida (excluding Southern Dist. of Florida),

·Board Certified in Business Bankruptcy

·Members of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

·We offer a Free initial Consultation for Consumer Bankruptcy Cases,

·We have Extensive Trial Experience,

·Our attorneys are accessible and can be reached by telephone or email;

·Flexible Hours - we offer Evening and Weekend Hours by Appointment

Statement of Practice

Bankruptcy, Business Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate and Business Law, Probate, Wills, Trusts and Estates, Debt Restructuring, Personal Injury.

Rate Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
Fixed Fees Available
Free Initial Consultation

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Persons accessing this site are encouraged to seek independent counsel for advice regarding their individual legal issues.

Address

Civic Plaza
307 Clinton Avenue West, Suite 310
Huntsville, AL 35801, (Limestone & Madison Cos.)

Phone

Phone: 256-535-0817
Fax: 256-535-0818
URL: http://www.lawyers.com/heardlaw

Website

http://www.heardlaw.com

Office Hours

Monday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment Only

Mr. Heard has extensive experience in handling complex business negotiations and contracts. Mr. Heard represents a number of mid-size businesses involved in all aspects of the economy from government contracting, defense, Internet sales and marketing, to construction, trucking and retail sales. Mr. Heard has represented each of these types of companies in various commercial transactions including contract negotiation and interpretation, debt restructuring, analyzing cash flow requirements and projections, buy-outs, wind-ups, and the purchase and sale of assets. In addition to representing individuals and companies in business transactions, Mr. Heard has extensive experience in civil litigation. Mr. Heard has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in the civil litigation arena. Mr. Heard has been lead attorney and litigated numerous cases involving issues such as breach of contract, corporate oppression, civil conspiracy; minority shareholder rights; fraud; suppression and a variety of business torts.

Mr. Heard is board certified in Business Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification. Certification means that Mr. Heard has met rigorous, objective standards relating to experience, continuing legal education in bankruptcy law, integrity and peer review in addition to demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of bankruptcy law. In addition, Mr. Heard was recognized in 2008 as a "Super Lawyer". Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

Mr. Heard's recent representations have included:

·Serving as local counsel to the Liquidating Trustee for the Estates of Verilink Corporation and Larscom Incorporated.

·Serving as counsel to Hyundai of Decatur, Inc., Shoals Suzuki, Inc., Varsity Suzuki, Inc., and Driving 2000 Acceptance Corporation.

·Serving as lead Chapter 11 bankruptcy counsel for Circle C Stores, Inc., Full Moon Hospitality, Inc., Martin Technologies, Inc., Clementine's Catering, Inc., and Word of Faith Church.

Mr. Heard has been mentioned and quoted by major local and national news publications for his representation of businesses in and out of bankruptcy.

·"Taking Action: Trade-In Troubles at Shoals Suzuki", WHNT-19, March 25, 2009

·"Class-Action Lawsuit Filed Against Suzuki", WHNT-19, March 24, 2009

·"Circle C Implosion", CSP Daily News, March 4, 2009

·"Tempers boil after textile company closes doors" , WHNT-19, April 11, 2005

Mr. Heard received a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University, School of Criminology in 1984. Mr. Heard graduated cum laude, from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University in 1987. He was an Associate Editor on the Cumberland Law Review and was recipient of the Cumberland School of Law, Samford University Curia Honoris Award. Prior to beginning his private practice, Mr. Heard clerked for The Honorable Thomas Virgil Pittman on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Alabama. Member: Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association; Alabama State Bar; The Florida Bar; National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys; Huntsville-Madison County Chamber of Commerce; Legal Services Alabama; Organization Supporting Business Owners. (Certified in Business Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification). Practice Areas: Bankruptcy; Commercial Litigation; Business Litigation; Business Transactions; General Corporate Law; Commercial Negotiations; Dept Restructuring; Asset Protection.Email: Kevin David Heard

ASSOCIATE

Angela S. Ary (Associate) born Columbus, Ohio, September 23, 1977; admitted to bar, 2004, Alabama; 2005, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama. Education: University of Tennessee (B.A., magna cum laude, 1999); University of Cincinnati (J.D., 2002). Member: Alabama State Bar (Member, Young Lawyer and Bankruptcy Sections); Ohio State Bar Association. Practice Areas: Bankruptcy; Litigation; Business Law; Intellectual Property.Email: Angela S. Ary