Can I file bankruptcy without going to court?

Can a person file bankruptcy without ever going to court?  If you file bankruptcy you are required to attend something called the meeting of creditors or Section 341 meeting.  This is a proceeding at which the debtor testifies under oath that the information contained in their bankruptcy filing is accurate.  In most jurisdictions the 341… Continue reading Can I file bankruptcy without going to court?

What you should ask

Here are the Top 10 Questions we think  what you should ask (and the lawyer should be prepared to answer) during your first consultation: 1. Should I file for bankruptcy? This question will most likely provide you with a lot of answers. The lawyer should explain that there are five different types of bankruptcy. Most… Continue reading What you should ask