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After making the decision that filing for Bankruptcy Protection is an action you will take, you may have a question of how you what to proceed. Do you want to retain an attorney, file on your own or hire a "service" to prepare your paperwork for you?
I can only caution that you are dealing with the most important of your own financial affairs and your most important assets.
With some "services" charging Hundreds of dollars for the forms and typing, you may save a couple of hundred dollars. But if you have any questions you will not be able to receive any legal advise. And if you reaffirm any debt, you will have two (2) appearances to make rather than just one.
This is a significant choice to make. This is a complex legal process. If you have questions or complications and problems arise, who will be there to assist you.
I believe my fees are reasonable for the services that I provide. I also believe that you get what you pay for.
Chapter 7 Filing Fee $209.00
Chapter 7 Attorney Fees
For Individuals or Husband & Wife fees start at $790.00 with less than 40 creditors; $50 additional for each 35 additional creditors for individuals. Self Employed and small business are higher and set by the complexity of your case.
Chapter 13 Attorney Fees
Begin at $1,250. Fess above this amount can generally be paid through the plan
Amendment of Creditors Schedule
$26.00 court fee
Attorney Fee to Amend Creditors Schedule $150.00
Attorney Fee for services outside of standard Bankruptcy Representation are at my hourly rate.
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