Jennifer K. McKay Attorney at Law
What is the primary purpose of your business? We help people get out of debt by filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
What is your business background? I have over 10 years of experience as a bankruptcy attorney. I was first a member of Fuller & McKay, which was founded by Kenneth Fuller and Jim McKay, my father. Ken and my father taught me a great deal about both the practice of bankruptcy law and the importance of compassionate customer service. Fuller & McKay eventually became Fuller, McKay & Salter, which then became Salter & Salter. I left the Salter firm in July 2017 in order to start my current business. As for my educational background, I graduated from Pepperell High School, received a B.A. degree in German from Smith College, and received my J.D. degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where I graduated with honors.
Why did you start this particular business? As much as I enjoyed my time at other bankruptcy firms, I decided that the time had come for me to branch out on my own. I love bankruptcy law, and I’m excited by the opportunity to implement my ideas about how to best serve the community.
What makes your business unique? Our company motto is “Compassion. Service. Results.” My top priority is to not only provide skilled legal representation for people who are struggling to get out of the cycle of debt, but to do so with the utmost compassion and respect. I believe in being kind, caring and friendly to every person who comes in the door and treating them with the dignity that they deserve. In addition, I take a “hands on” approach to my clients. I believe in meeting with clients face-to-face, rather than having them meet with a staff member. I want to be involved in every step of the process, from the first meeting until the case is finished.
What do you enjoy most about your chosen profession? I truly enjoy my job. It allows me to interact with fellow members of the community and help them get out of tough circumstances, such as foreclosure, repossession or garnishment. I am making a positive difference in people’s lives, which I find so rewarding. I grew up in Rome, and although I left for college and law school, I always knew that I wanted to come back home and contribute to the community that I love so much.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers? I would just like to let everyone know that, contrary to what some believe, most people who file for bankruptcy do so because of circumstances beyond their control, such as illness or job loss.