A clearer path
out of debt.
Get the support you need from a bankruptcy lawyer in Lubbock, TX. Straightforward guidance and proven strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
Focused on bankruptcy. Only.
Over two decades of doing one thing exceptionally well, guiding clients through the federal bankruptcy process with clarity and care.
Max R. Tarbox.
Board-certified in both Business and Consumer Bankruptcy, Max has represented West Texans in their most stressful financial moments for over twenty years, answering his own phone, returning his own calls, and personally appearing at every hearing.
- J.D.Texas Tech University School of Law
- M.B.A., FinanceThunderbirdDistinguished Graduate
- B.B.A., FinanceThe University of Texas at Austin
- Best Bankruptcy LawyerKCBD Best of the West · 2010, 2012–2017
- Bob Black Bar Leaders AwardTexas Tech Law · 2017
- President, West Texas Bankruptcy Bar1998–99, 2016–17
- U.S. Navy VeteranVietnam era
Straightforward Answers to Your Questions
Start with the basics, then dive into the topic that matches your situation.
What is bankruptcy?
Understand the basics, the process, and what filing actually means for you.
Chapter 7 FAQs
Eligibility, the means test, exemptions, and what to expect at the 341 meeting.
Chapter 13 FAQs
Repayment plans, keeping your home and car, and life during a 3–5 year case.
Bankruptcy alternatives
Negotiation, settlement, and other paths that may avoid filing entirely.
Trusted across West Texas.
"Mr. Max and his assistant Tami were very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Before I started my case I reached out to other lawyers — none of them gave me the information I needed to make the right decision. Tarbox Law gave me the time, listened to my concerns, and made the process easy. They took a huge weight off my shoulders. Thank you so very much, Mr. Max and Tami."
"Dear Mr. Tarbox and staff — thank you for your help and support during this difficult time in my life. I truly appreciate the generosity of time you and your staff gave to my case. I am humble and grateful. Lord bless you and your staff mightily!"
"Max is a great attorney. Very personable and truly cares about your case. You can't go wrong hiring Max to represent you in your bankruptcy case. He has a great staff also."
"The respect and wonderful service I received here is why I will be referring people to them in the future! To Mr. Tarbox, Ms. Pagendarm and their amazing staff — thank you so much!"
"Great lawyer and man. Very concerned about your legal problem and goes the extra mile to help! If you need help on a bankruptcy you can't go wrong here!"
"Really fast paced. They get stuff done fast, and the price was pretty reasonable as well — not too high."
"Mr. Max and his assistant Tami were very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Before I started my case I reached out to other lawyers — none of them gave me the information I needed to make the right decision. Tarbox Law gave me the time, listened to my concerns, and made the process easy. They took a huge weight off my shoulders. Thank you so very much, Mr. Max and Tami."
"Dear Mr. Tarbox and staff — thank you for your help and support during this difficult time in my life. I truly appreciate the generosity of time you and your staff gave to my case. I am humble and grateful. Lord bless you and your staff mightily!"
"Max is a great attorney. Very personable and truly cares about your case. You can't go wrong hiring Max to represent you in your bankruptcy case. He has a great staff also."
"The respect and wonderful service I received here is why I will be referring people to them in the future! To Mr. Tarbox, Ms. Pagendarm and their amazing staff — thank you so much!"
"Great lawyer and man. Very concerned about your legal problem and goes the extra mile to help! If you need help on a bankruptcy you can't go wrong here!"
"Really fast paced. They get stuff done fast, and the price was pretty reasonable as well — not too high."
Your first conversation is free, confidential, and with the attorney himself.
No call centers, no intake screeners. Max personally reviews every case from the very first call.