Bankruptcy Timeline in Jacksonville
What to Expect
The most common form of bankruptcy filed is Chapter 7. The advice and counsel of a well-versed Jacksonville bankruptcy lawyer at our firm will give you the confidence you need in determining the exact right course of action for you in ridding yourself of overpowering debt. Here is what you can expect in Chapter 7:
- Completion of approved credit counseling within 6 months prior to filing
- Bankruptcy petition is filed in court
- Within the next two to four weeks any additional paperwork due will need to be filed
- During the next 45 days, you must complete an approved financial management course
- A formal First Meeting of Creditors is held with you and the bankruptcy trustee
- Within roughly three to five months, the trustee will issue notification that you are legally relieved of all debt which qualified
Jacksonville Bankruptcy Lawyer
The Chapter 7 process is much simpler than Chapter 13. What is essential in any form of bankruptcy is that each and every step is done precisely according to the law. When it is, it can be a very smooth process that will set you on the road to financial recovery and bring you a tremendous amount of relief. At our firm we have been helping people with financial problems for almost 20 years. We understand that life can throw you unexpected turns that can devastate your finances. We want you to know that there is a legal way out of this and that we can provide you the help and assistance you need to put your financial life back together again. We help hundreds of people every year to do just that. Don't continue to live with this pressing burden.
Begin finding relief today and contact a Jacksonville bankruptcy lawyer at our firm.