Legally you can file pro se. In practice the two worst outcomes are losing property that could have been protected and not receiving a discharge at all.
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Yes, and a pending lawsuit is one of the best reasons to file. Chapter 7 can stop a collection suit or a garnishment immediately.
Bankruptcy is an economic tool written into the Constitution, not a personal failing. A Chicago bankruptcy attorney on why the shame is the biggest obstacle.
Yes — filing stops a wage garnishment immediately, under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. What the automatic stay does and why waiting costs you money.
Talk to an attorney. The consultation is free and answers what you qualify for, which debts go, the cost and the timeline — before you commit to anything.
By Law Offices of David M. Siegel Bankruptcy Attorney Chicago Feeling like you’re sinking in a sea of debt, juggling bills, and losing sleep over your financial situation? It might be time to consider seeking help from a local bankruptcy attorney. Here are five signs that it’s time to take action. Skyrocketing Credit Card Balance […]
Imagine getting stuck in a financial storm. Debt is swirling around you, creditors are knocking at your door, and it feels like there’s no way out. Then, you catch a glimmer of something in the distance. Could it be a lifeline? You’ve heard of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, but is it the right choice for your […]
You’re drowning in debt, and you’ve been struggling to keep your head above water for months. Every time the phone rings, you feel a knot in your stomach, wondering if it’s another creditor demanding payment. And forget about bankruptcy. There’s no way you would qualify, and even if you did, you’re afraid of what you’d […]
Despite what logic might have told us, the two years following the COVID-19 pandemic had record-low numbers of personal bankruptcy filings. As people tightened their purse strings and relied on government and charity programs to make it through difficult times, fewer families needed the help of the bankruptcy court. However, the trend has turned around […]
For those who are owed or paying child support prior to filing for bankruptcy, the idea of discharge can be either terrifying or welcome. Regardless of which one applies to you, though, the truth of the matter might be altogether different than you imagined.