Bankruptcy Legal Guides (248 found)

Written by Mark A. Roseman
1. Obtain a certificate from an approved credit counseling course. 2. Obtain credit reports from the three credit reporting agencies. 3. Find an attorney experienced in bankruptcy law. 4. Prepare complete list of all your creditors as well as anybody who might have another kind of claim.
1 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 11 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Ben L Schneider
Many of my clients feel that filing for bankruptcy is a "bad thing" and should be avoided at all costs. While there is some credence to this fear, most do not realize that being in debt is the "bad thing" and bankruptcy is the solution.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt.

Written by Kevin Lee Linder
A short guide on how to deal with the financial stress of foreclosure and bankruptcy in the Central District of Illinois
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Edgardo Rafael Baez
This information should be useful for individuals contemplating to follow under the purviews of bankruptcy law protections.
Posted 10 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by David Leibowitz
Bankruptcy is a federal law. Filing a consumer bankruptcy case can be complex. Learn about the specifics of filing a consumer bankruptcy case and how to work with your attorney to get the results you want.
9 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Gordon Charles Webb
Basic information on personal bankruptcy
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Tricia Stewart Terry
Let's face it, filing bankruptcy, or even seeking bankruptcy information can be a stressful expeience-on your mind, body and wallet! Here are some practical tips I have learned from my clients over the years.
Posted 9 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Kevin Lee Linder
Bankruptcy can be confusing and frightening for many people -- they feel overwhelmed by debt collectors. There are answers and an experienced bankruptcy attorney can help you through this difficult time.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Harley Aaron Feinstein
Either a Chapter 7 or 13 can be helpful.
Posted 10 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Joseph C McDaniel
Since the 2005 Amendments to the Bankruptcy Code, the Bankruptcy Court has changed from a user-friendly to a somewhat user-hostile environment. A good result can still be obtained, but you have be more careful now!
Posted 9 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lorinda K. Jones-Lindsay
If you think a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is right for you, then you need to obtain the following information so that a bankruptcy professional can review and analyze your case. If you're right, they can file your case and get you going on "a fresh start."
Posted 9 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Neil Burns
Attorney Burns answers some common questions you may have about filing for bankruptcy.
Posted 7 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jeffrey Erich Foster
The decision to file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a difficult one. To assist you, I have developed a five-step program to evaluate whether bankruptcy can be used as a solution to your debt problems. For more information on the system, please visit my website, www.attorneybankruptcy.net
8 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jeffrey Erich Foster
To ease the stress and guilt surrounding the prospect of filing bankruptcy, I have authored this legal guide to let those facing debt problems understand that the reason for their predicament is largely out of their control. In 95% of cases I file, clients have suffered 1 or more of the following:
Posted 7 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Stephen M. Dunne
Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are two different kinds of bankruptcies available to individuals, some businesses, and married couples with financial problems. The following explains some of the basic differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies.
Posted 7 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jeffrey Erich Foster
The most common question we are asked by clients considering bankruptcy is what happens to my credit after bankruptcy? The answer to this question depends on what you do with credit after your bankruptcy has been discharged.
8 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Credit Repair. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by David Scott Hamilton
Stop creditors’ hounding phone calls. Stop foreclosure. Take control of your future once again. You may have fallen hopelessly into debt as a result of a layoff, a downturn in your business, a divorce, a medical crisis or overextension of debt by creditors.
Posted 6 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Blaise E. Picchi
Bankruptcy is a federal law used by debtors to obtain debt relief and reorganize their federal affairs. bankruptcies are a necessary part of our free enterprise system. The bankruptcy law has recently been revised by Congress making it more difficult for ordinary people to go into bankruptcy.
Posted about 1 month ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Nathan Howard Bernstein
Chapter 7 is called "straight bankruptcy" and is the most common chapter. The goal is to file the petition and discharge debts in a prompt and orderly manner.
Posted 6 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Jeffrey Daniel Larkin
The decision to file for bankruptcy protection is one that should not be taken lightly. Consumers are encouraged to seek competent personalized representation from a reputable attorney rather than “one size fits all” advice from a mill, where clients are pushed through the system like cattle.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal