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What to ask a bankruptcy attorney?

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What to ask a bankruptcy attorney?

1. What type (s) of law do you handle?

  • 2. How long have you been handling bankruptcy cases?
  • 3. Have you had any bankruptcy cases like mine in the past? If so,how many?
  • 4. How regularly are you in the bankruptcy court where my case will be heard?
  • 5. What is the bankruptcy procedure for this type of case?

    • How much do bankruptcy lawyers cost?

    These include the type of legal services they are being asked to provide and/or the fee structure that a law firm or individual bankruptcy lawyer assigns to a particular matter. Without taking into account any other specific details, the average cost of a bankruptcy lawyer in the U.S. as of 2021 falls somewhere in between $200 and $400 per hour.

    How to find a bankruptcy attorney?

    Legal aid: Legal aid offices provide free legal advice to low-income individuals. If you qualify,they may choose to represent you for free.

  • National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys: The NACBA is a professional trade association for bankruptcy attorneys who represent individuals.
  • National Association of Consumer Advocates: The NACA is an organization that advocates for consumers on a range of issues,including bankruptcy.
  • Online directories: A variety of online resources list lawyers and law firms by location and by specialty. Examples include NOLO,lawyers.com,Avvo and LegalZoom.
  • Your state bar association: These groups can help connect you with a local lawyer who specializes in bankruptcy.

    • Do any attorneys take payments for a bankruptcy?

    Most Bankruptcy Lawyers Accept Payment Plans. Most bankruptcy lawyers accept payment plans because they know that clients are struggling financially. Bankruptcy attorneys understand that clients are overwhelmed with debt. It is only when one stops paying minimum payments on credit cards, medical bills, personal loans and other debts whereby he or she will be able to make payments towards their bankruptcy attorney.

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