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REASONS TO FILE BANKRUPTCY

Bankruptcy filers are not alone. Over one million people file bankruptcy each year and numerous notable individuals have filed bankruptcy such as Walt Disney, Mark Twain, Donald Trump and Larry King. We have filed bankruptcy for people from all walks of life. From doctors to lawyers to accountants and business owners, no one is immune from debt problems.

As anyone facing bankruptcy is well aware, one's inability to pay credit or debt obligations most often stems from one of several reasons:

  • Job Loss
  • Illness
  • Injury
  • Divorce
  • Interest Rate increase

When deciding whether to file bankruptcy, you should consult an attorney. When we consult clients on making the difficult decision to file bankruptcy, we usually start with what is called the debt-to-income ratio. This ratio compares your monthly income to your monthly living expenses and debt repayment obligations.

PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY

A personal bankruptcy can be a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. In certain, limited cases, an individual may file a Chapter 11.

When a personal bankruptcy is filed, an automatic stay goes into effect that protects the bankruptcy filer from most collection activity. The automatic stay stops most lawsuits, garnishments, and acts to prohibit bill collectors from calling or writing the bankruptcy filer. The automatic stay also prohibits a mortgage lender from proceeding with foreclosure and an automobile lender from repossessing a bankruptcy filer's vehicle.

The two most popular types of personal bankruptcy, Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are explained below. Further information regarding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 can be found on the links available to the left.

 

WHO WE ARE

Attorney Bankruptcy Services is a Seattle, Washington law firm focused on helping Washington residents resolve credit and debt problems. We are an experienced, friendly and compassionate firm dedicated to protecting our client's assets and legal rights while eliminating or restructuring debt.

As a federally-designated "debt relief agency", we have assisted a wide range of clients facing debt-related problems such as:

  • Credit Cards
  • Medical bills
  • Mortgage delinquencies
  • Home Foreclosures
  • Lawsuits
  • Garnishments
  • Payday loans
  • Auto Repossessions
Our services include client-focused representation of individuals and businesses in Chapter 7, Chapter 13, as well as foreclosure and mortgage counseling and out-of-court (non-bankruptcy) settlements of credit card, medical, business and other debt. We offer low, flat-rate fees for bankruptcy case preparation and a free initial consultation to discuss your best option when facing debt and credit problems.

When you contact Attorney Bankruptcy Services, you can be rest-assured that we will listen carefully to your situation and offer friendly and non-judgmental legal advice and counsel tailored to solve your individual needs. Compassion is a central theme of our practice, and we take great pride in assisting our clients in obtaining a fresh start from their debt problems.

OUR CLIENTS

We represent clients in bankruptcy courts throughout Western Washington. Specifically, we represent clients in: King County, Snohomish County, Pierce County, Skagit County, Whatcom County, Thurston County, Kitsap County, Island County, Lewis County, Mason County, Grays Harbor County and Pacific County.

While we are available for office consultations, we offer clients the luxury of conducting appointments through email and over the phone to save you a trip to our Seattle law office. If you prefer, we can file your case without you ever visiting our law office. To schedule an in-office, phone or email consultation, please contact us

CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy, often called a "straight bankruptcy," involves the elimination of credit card, medical and other unsecured debts. In this situation, the debtor files a petition and a series of schedules with the court, listing his or her debts, expenses, assets and income. Any property that is not exempt from bankruptcy is liquidated (i.e., sold off) to pay off the debts. If the debtor has no non-exempt assets, the debts are simply wiped clean through a court order signed by a bankruptcy judge called a discharge.

CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCY

A Chapter 13 bankruptcy is typically utilized by a home owner who has fallen behind on mortgage payments or an individual whose income is too high to qualify for Chapter 7. A bankruptcy filed under Chapter 13 is designed for people with regular income who want to or can pay their debts but are presently unable to do so. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy enables the debtor, under court supervision and protection, to propose and carry out a plan for repaying creditors over an extended period of time.

 
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