Douglas Q. Wickham

Douglas Q. Wickham, founder of Wickham Law in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a veteran attorney practicing both consumer and business bankruptcy. Certified as a dual specialist by the North Carolina State Bar since 1987, he provides customized debt-relief strategies for individuals and corporations alike. Whether protecting personal assets or reorganizing corporate liabilities, he combines decades of legal skills with personal attention to help clients face legal challenges with confidence, knowing that they have a dedicated advocate in their corner.

Mr. Wickham employs a tailored strategy to achieve optimal outcomes for his diverse clientele. For individual consumers, he focuses on safeguarding primary assets like homes while permanently wiping out dischargeable debts. For business clients, he prioritizes operational continuity by restructuring debt and renegotiating leases to stabilize cash flow. By analyzing financial structures and leveraging statutory exemptions, he successfully secures a vital fresh start for both individuals and corporations.

Mr. Wickham's academic credentials include a bachelor's degree in history from Yale University and a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School. He further received a master’s degree in law from Harvard Law School. Before founding his current practice, he spent over 15 years as a professor at the University of Tennessee Winston College of Law. There, he taught civil procedure, commercial law, debtor-creditor law and municipal law, deeply grasping the exact legal frameworks he uses today to protect clients.

Admitted to practice in Illinois, Tennessee and North Carolina, Mr. Wickham represents clients across all North Carolina federal courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit. His dedication is reflected in his Gold Client Champion award through Martindale-Hubbell. This honor, driven by numerous stellar client reviews, highlights his service and enduring commitment to guiding individuals and businesses through complex bankruptcy processes.

*Mr. Wickham is a debt relief agent. He helps people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.