Let’s talk about something that might not sound flashy at first. A legal directory. Stay with me though, because this one has been quietly doing important work in the collections legal world for more than a century. And it all started in Cleveland.
The company is called American Lawyers Quarterly (ALQ). If you’re in the collections, bankruptcy, or creditors’ rights world, you might already know it. If you’re not, here’s why it matters. ALQ helps connect creditors with law firms that focus on debt recovery. It’s been around since 1899 and is still headquartered in Westlake, just outside Cleveland.
That kind of staying power is rare. And it’s earned.
Why would someone use ALQ?
Let’s say you run a business. Someone owes you money. You’ve emailed, called, maybe even mailed letters. Nothing works. You don’t want to waste more time or money. You just want your money back and you want someone who knows how to handle it.
That’s where ALQ comes in.
You can search for attorneys who specialize in collections law. Most of them work on a contingency basis, meaning they only get paid if they recover money for you. That takes a lot of the financial pressure off. You don’t need to pay thousands up front just to get help.
And it’s completely free to use. No membership fee. No weird sign-up process. You go to the site, search, and get connected.
What makes it different from other directories?
ALQ backs every listed law firm with a two million dollar bonding program. That’s not just a marketing line. It means the directory stands behind the attorneys it lists. They’ve been vetted, and there’s financial accountability built in.
That kind of thing gives people peace of mind. When you’re trusting someone to go after money you’re owed, that level of trust matters.
What’s in it for law firms?
Maybe you’re an attorney reading this. You know your firm does great work, but you’re not getting as many cases as you should. A listing on ALQ helps your firm show up where people are actively searching for collection help.
It’s not just exposure. It’s targeted exposure. Agencies, forwarders, lenders, and business owners who are ready to hire. For smaller or mid-sized firms, especially those outside big cities, this can make a real difference.
ALQ offers more than just listings
They don’t stop at being a directory. ALQ also shares webinars, guides, newsletters, and updates for legal professionals and business owners. They’re actively involved with national groups like the American Bar Association, National Creditors Bar Association, and Commercial Law League of America.
They’ve earned a strong reputation in the industry, and it shows in the relationships they’ve built.
Cleveland roots that still run deep
This is where it gets personal for us. ALQ didn’t just start in Cleveland and move on. It stayed. The company is still based in Northeast Ohio, serving the entire country while keeping operations grounded in Westlake.
At ClevelandLawLinks.com, we highlight legal resources that come from our region and make a national impact. ALQ is a perfect example of that. A quiet, powerful leader in its space. And it’s one more reason Cleveland remains a trusted home for legal professionals.
Final thoughts
If you need help collecting debt, or you’re a law firm that wants more visibility, ALQ is worth your time. The site is simple to use. The lawyers are vetted and bonded. And the company has been doing this work longer than most of us have been alive.
Check out www.alqlist.com to learn more. And for other legal resources that start right here in Cleveland, visit ClevelandLawLinks.com.
