James K. Tamke, Attorney, P.C. - South Bend, IN

Over Forty Years of Dual-Certified Tax and Bankruptcy Counsel

Experiencing severe financial difficulty, persistent creditor harassment, or overwhelming tax burdens can take an immense emotional toll on individuals and families. During these challenging times, finding the right legal path forward requires more than just general guidance; it requires a seasoned advocate who has seen the legal and financial systems evolve over decades. James K. Tamke, Attorney, P.C., located on East Jefferson Boulevard in South Bend, Indiana, provides elite-level consumer bankruptcy and tax representation. Armed with over 40 years of dual experience as a licensed attorney and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Mr. Tamke delivers a unique, highly analytical approach that helps clients protect their homes, liquidate crippling debts, and secure a stable financial future.

Comprehensive Debt Relief Through Chapters 7 and 13 Bankruptcy

At the Law Office of James K. Tamke, the legal team focuses on consumer debt protection, helping individuals understand their constitutional rights under federal bankruptcy laws. Whether your financial struggles stem from medical emergencies, sudden unemployment, divorce, or credit card debt, Mr. Tamke provides clear, non-judgmental guidance through:

• Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Helping clients qualify for complete debt liquidation to eliminate credit cards, medical bills, and signature loans while protecting vital personal property, vehicles, and home equity.
• Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Creating a customized, court-supervised restructuring plan to catch up on past-due mortgage or car payments over three to five years, effectively halting foreclosure and repossession.
• Automatic Stay Protection: Instantly stopping all foreclosure proceedings, wage garnishments, bank levies, utility shutoffs, and collection lawsuits upon filing.

Strategic Tax Controversy and CPA-Backed Financial Analysis

What sets James K. Tamke apart from other bankruptcy practitioners is his highly specialized background in financial auditing and corporate tax law. After beginning his professional career in 1973 as an auditor for the prestigious international accounting firm Price Waterhouse & Company in Los Angeles, he went on to serve as a hospital controller and chief financial officer. He returned to South Bend in 1985 to establish his private legal practice. Today, he leverages this deep accounting expertise to help clients resolve complex tax controversies with the IRS and the Indiana Department of Revenue, including identifying which tax liabilities can be successfully discharged through bankruptcy.

Reliable, Senior Life Member Advocacy with Free Consultations

James K. Tamke is recognized as a Senior Life Member of the Indiana State Bar Association and is active in premier professional organizations, including the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). Operating as a solo practitioner, he ensures that you work directly with him at every stage of your case-not a paralegal or junior associate. If you need to hire a lawyer with a rare blend of financial, CPA, and courtroom experience, he offers a completely free, confidential initial consultation to review your rights and outline your options. Contact his Jefferson Boulevard office today to take your first step toward immediate debt relief and long-term financial peace of mind.