When filing bankruptcy, what are the steps needed to take?
It seems that filing bankruptcy is will be a necessity for me. What are my steps to move forward? Do I first contact an attorney, is there paperwork I need to collect? Do I simply tell creditors I'm going to file Bankruptcy? Where do I start?
Lorene Lynn Mies, APLC
Yes, the first thing you should do is find a qualified bankruptcy attorney. Make sure the attorney offers a free consultation and go prepared to ask questions. Such as, how many cases do you file each month? Do you practice any other type of law? How many hours of continuing legal education they take each year in the area of bankruptcy? Will the attorney personally be involved in your case or just hand it off to an associate?
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Replied: 8/27/2010 Disclaimer: The response above does not form an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to be anything other than the educated opinion of the author. It should not be relied upon as legal advice.
Law Offices of Juan Dotson
Gather all your documents containing your assets and debts, such as your taxes, bills, mortgage documents, and preferably your monthly budget (create one). To file for bankruptcy, you will need to take and complete a pre-bankruptcy credit counseling course in accordance with 11 U.S.C. 109(h)(1). Your attorney will notify your creditors if you do file for bankruptcy. After you have gathered your documents, contact my office for a consultation.
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Replied: 7/21/2010 Disclaimer: The response above does not form an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to be anything other than the educated opinion of the author. It should not be relied upon as legal advice.
Law offices of William Michael Frantz, M.B.A., J.D. Attorney At Law
There is a fair amount of work involved in a bankruptcy and yes you should have an attorney. The first step is to meet with an attorney and have a first meeting. Then we decide which documents need to be evaluated and take it from there to filing.
I am available for a free evaluation.
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Replied: 7/20/2010 I am available for a free evaluation.
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