Terrance S. Leeders

Terrance S. Leeders is a dedicated bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, with over 25 years of experience helping clients navigate their financial challenges. As the founder of Leeders Law, Terrance has built a practice centered on delivering one-on-one legal guidance in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer bankruptcy matters. His client-focused approach ensures that individuals facing debt receive the personal attention and legal clarity they need.

Terrance earned his B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1993. He later completed his J.D. at Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, in 1998. This academic background provided a strong foundation for understanding both the legal and emotional aspects of financial hardship.

Since launching his legal career in 1998, Terrance has focused solely on consumer bankruptcy law. He has guided thousands of individuals and families through the bankruptcy process, providing customized strategies to reduce debt and restore financial stability. By founding Leeders Law, Terrance created a more personalized, client-focused bankruptcy law firm designed to deliver responsive service and a better overall client experience.

Terrance S. Leeders is admitted to practice in the State of Illinois Supreme Court as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Central, and Southern Districts of Illinois, and the Northern District of Indiana. He is a member of the Chicago Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the American Bankruptcy Institute. His practice is also recognized by the Better Business Bureau. Terrance remains committed to guiding clients through difficult times with compassion, experience, and dedicated service.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Leeders Law
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, American Bankruptcy Institute

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Thomas M. Cooley Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  BS in Psychology

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