Bankruptcy Article


Informational Pamphlets for Filing Without an Attorney (Pro Se)

The pamphlets linked give the reader basic information about the complicated bankruptcy process under current bankruptcy law. However, these pamphlets are not intended to give legal advice, and are not a substitute for the legal advice specific to your situation.

Click here to be directed to the pamphlets.


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  • What is the homestead exemption and how it protect home owners?
  • I am currently unemployed and found it very difficult to find work. I'm reaching the end of my rope with all my bills being extremely late and even though I haven't received a notice yet, I'm expecting a foreclosure notice. I would like to talk to an attorney about what my options are at this point. Thanks Alex
  • Husband passed away February 2013, can no longer afford to pay mortgage and other bills on my own. What do I need to do to file for Bankruptcy???? Please reply. Thank you.
  • My debts, including my first and second mortgages were discharged in Ch. 7 bankruptcy in 2011. After BK, I contacted my landlord (BBVA Compass), to see if they would agree I stay in my house in exchange for reduced payments. They said OK, but said they couldn't provide me with any receipt or written communication of any kind. However, they are considering the second mortgage in the total owed, despite that debts like these are considered UNSECURED. Should I accept this agreement where I won't have a paper trail to rely on in case of a dispute later? Thanks!
  • I filed bankruptcy in 2003. What's the time limit on filing another one? The debts are not frivilous.
  • Can one spouse file bankruptcy without the other filing? If not,can husband and wife divorce, how long after can the one spouse file for bankruptcy
  • Should I file for bankruptcy if I cannot pay my debts?
  • Who is the filing fee made out to?
  • Has there been a change in the Law That now allows an inheritance from a Sibling to be exempt? If so, in what amount? Thank you.
  • Does your (401K ERISA) remain exempt when filing BK7 if you pledged it as collateral to a private loan you made with someone?

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