If you are facing a mountain of debt and bills and are considering bankruptcy, contact a lawyer who can help you evaluate your options.
Basic Information About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
A well-educated client is almost always a happy client. For that reason, The Shaw Group, P.C., located in Novi, Michigan, provides the following general information about Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Chapter 13 bankruptcy, sometimes called the "wage earner's bankruptcy plan", is a form of bankruptcy that reorganizes debt into a more manageable repayment plan over a five-year period of time. An experienced bankruptcy lawyer can help you figure out whether Chapter 13 bankruptcy is suitable to your financial circumstances.
Each person's situation is unique, which is why we encourage you to contact our office to schedule a private consultation with bankruptcy attorney Edward Shaw.
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Chapter 13 Resource Links
United States Bankruptcy Courts
The official Web site of the United States Bankruptcy Courts includes a variety of useful information about bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy Glossary
This Web site includes a glossary on bankruptcy terminology that explains, in layman's terms, many of the legal terms that are used in cases filed under the Bankruptcy Code.
Bankruptcy Fees
This Web page, maintained by the Administrative Office of the US Courts on behalf of the US Courts, contains the fees associated with a bankruptcy filing under a particular chapter.
Bankruptcy Forms
This Web site, maintained by the United States Bankruptcy Courts, includes Official Bankruptcy Forms, Procedural Forms and the Bankruptcy Forms Manual. All forms and instructions are available in PDF format.
Chapter 13 Basics
This Web page provides general information about individual debt adjustment under Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code.
American Bankruptcy Institute - Consumer Education Center
General information regarding consumer debt and bankruptcy from the American Bankruptcy Institute.
National Foundation for Credit Counseling
Through its member agencies and local offices, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) provides financial education and counseling. The NFCC's Web site includes numerous educational resources including credit facts, budget calculators, and more.
Experian
Features information for consumers about credit reports, establishing credit, risk scores and more.
Trans Union LLC
This Web site features consumer FAQs about credit reports.
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