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Risks You’re Taking Without A Bankruptcy Attorney

You must have several reasons why you prefer to manage your bankruptcy filing alone and without calling for the help of an attorney. It might be that you can’t dare to entrust your case to a stranger or might be that you are very anxious about the charges. Whatever your reasons are, don’t you think you are risking more than you are saving? Don’t you think that a stranger who has the necessary knowledge and skills is the one who can truly save you. Having a bankruptcy attorney all throughout the legal process can bring you more benefits than you can expect -- emotionally, mentally, legally and even financially. Especially if you hire someone who have been practicing in the court for many years, handled hundreds of bankruptcy cases and possesses a comprehensive knowledge about the ins and outs of the court. Think twice and determine well your capability to represent yourself in the court through the following factors you might be risking if you do so: 1. You have to sacrifice

Bankruptcy Attorney: Mistakes You Should Avoid

Accuracy and honesty are two good characteristics when dealing with your bankruptcy case. Especially when it comes to paperwork during the filing of a bankruptcy petition because a small flaw can lead to the rejection of your case. To truly avoid any mistakes before, during and after the legal process, you have to work with someone who has the necessary knowledge and skills about bankruptcy litigation. When we say “someone,” it refers to an attorney who specializes in the area of bankruptcy and has a comprehensive experience in the field. But don’t let your attorney do all the work. Read through these common bankruptcy mistakes that you should avoid committing: 1. Do not recklessly use your credit card or take out a cash advance before bankruptcy. This is the most common mistake people do because they really believe that it’s going to be discharged either way -- which is a wrong belief. You can’t discharge a debt incurred within 90 days before you file for bankruptcy. As a