How Much Does Bankruptcy Cost?
During these unprecedented times, you may be one of the millions of Americans facing financial difficulties. Creditors hounding you and threatening to take your property can begin to take a toll. While you are making your best effort to satisfy your obligations, you just can’t seem to get out from under your mounting debt. To […]
Choosing a bankruptcy lawyer
Bankruptcy is the legal process of discharging your debts (chapter 7) or reorganizing your finances (chapter 13). When done correctly, it can help you shed debt and achieve a fresh start. But bankruptcy is not something that you should go into lightly. If you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, it is recommended you hire […]
Questions to Ask a Bankruptcy Lawyer
Questions to Ask a Bankruptcy Lawyer One of the first questions many clients ask is, “What is your fee?” This is a fair question. Some attorneys charge a minimum flat rate of $1200 or more for all types of cases regardless of the level of difficulty. The truth is, some cases are complex, but most […]
Do Not Use Petition Preparer
Bankruptcy Petition Preparer The main reason you should not use a petition preparer is because they are prohibited from providing legal advice. Once the case is filed, the preparer has no further involvement. Therefore your case is technically a pro se case. You will not know what to expect after your case is filed and […]
Seek Legal Counsel Right Away
Seek Legal Counsel Right Away A common mistake many people make when it comes to filing bankruptcy is to wait too long to schedule a consultation. Most attorneys offer a free initial consultation. At the conclusion of the consultation, the attorney will generally provide you a fee agreement to take with you. If you decide […]
Tips for Hiring a Bankruptcy Attorney
Tips for Hiring a Bankruptcy Attorney When you decide to hire a bankruptcy lawyer you should take caution in choosing an attorney based on experience level rather than basing your decision on price alone. When you have reached the point of filing bankruptcy, you cannot afford to hire the wrong attorney. You need reliable legal […]