Bankruptcy - Chapter 7

In most situations, you are eligible to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you earn less than or equal to the median income for your place of residence during the past 2 1/2 years. Even if you earn more than the median income, you may still qualify based on the bankruptcy means test, which considers how much money you have left after paying reasonable living expenses.

The median income/means tests are complicated and an experienced bankruptcy lawyer can tell you if you qualify. Our attorneys have helped many people file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, who were told by creditors and even other lawyers that they weren't eligible.

If your income is too high to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you may still qualify for debt relief by filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

How Does Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Work?

Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to discharge debts such as credit card and hospital bills. However, some debts, such as child support and student loans may not be dischargeable. Our lawyers will discuss those issues with you at your first consultation.

Chapter 7 personal bankruptcy allows you to keep property that can be exempted from the bankruptcy process under state and federal laws (such as a certain amount of equity in your home). A bankruptcy trustee appointed by the court will review your paperwork, and determine if any property might be surrendered to pay off your creditors.

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