How Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Work?
In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the individual sets up a payment plan (Chapter 13 Plan) outlining how they propose to pay their creditors. Chapter 13 plans last 3-5 years depending upon a number of factors. You will be required to submit a repayment plan to the bankruptcy court detailing your current income and daily living expenses and proposing an amount for you to pay on a monthly basis. Instead of continuing to make several payments, you will make a single payment, which will then be divided among your creditors. After the completion of your repayment period, any remaining amount of your debt will be discharged, and you will be free to begin your life after bankruptcy.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney
Looking for a lawyer for your Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Katy? For people who are struggling with debt and considering bankruptcy as an alternative, it is important to consult with a
Katy bankruptcy attorney skilled in the area of bankruptcy law so that you are given the proper advice as to (1) whether bankruptcy is the most appropriate tool for your specific situation and (2) which chapter of the bankruptcy code would be most effective. Generally speaking,
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is what most people think of when they think of bankruptcy. In many cases, it can be the most effective way to handle debt-related issues and most Chapter 7 cases are completed in a matter of a few months. However, in order to keep this powerful legal shelter from being abused, the U.S. government has enacted measures that place restrictions on who can file for Chapter 7, including a means test which attempts to balance an individual’s income and existing debt load to determine if they have an ability to pay some or all of their debts through a Chapter 13 Reorganization. Although there are many reasons for considering Chapter 13, one of them concerns whether the means test indicates an ability to pay creditors, sufficient to disqualify you from filing Chapter 7. If this is the case, the alternative is to utilize Chapter 13 and repay some or all of your debts, depending upon your ability to repay.
DO I NEED AN ATTORNEY?
There is no legal requirement that you hire a lawyer to represent you in your case, but we strongly recommend that you do so in order to protect your interests and achieve the best possible results. Chapter 13 is a complex process, involving many legal forms, financial analysis and other legal hurdles which most people are not generally aware of. At the Law Office of Corey L. Mills, we have spent our legal career focusing on bankruptcy law and are prepared to give you thorough representation and advice at all stages of your case. Our job is to represent your interests, not those of your creditors, so we work very hard to ensure you have the greatest benefit possible from your Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing, hopefully allowing you to enjoy a more comfortable standard of living during the repayment period. Searching for an attorney for your Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Katy, TX? Take the first step in your case now by contacting us for a
free consultation.
