| Fees
and Costs
The bankruptcy
court charges $274 to file a Chapter 13 case, and $299 to file
a Chapter 7 case. My fees will vary, depending on the chapter
and complexity of your case.
In a Chapter 13 case, I will be paid the majority of my fees automatically
as you send your monthly payments into the Trustee.
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For
a Chapter 7 case, I can usually get your case started and contact
your creditors for a small up-front retainer. The balance of your
Chapter 7 fees, however, must be paid in full before your case is
actually filed.
In either chapter, I will always do my best to work with you on
the payments so that the cost doesn't prevent you from seeking relief.
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One
bit of free advice: If your credit is already "shot" and
you're reasonable certain that you'll file bankruptcy, go ahead
and stop making credit card payments. Save a month or two of those
payments to cover your attorney fees and costs of filing. In my
opinion, it's bad planning to be current on your credit card bills
on the day your case is filed. |
