February 24, 2010 - William L. Henry IV
If you are facing a Colorado bankruptcy you are probably under a great deal of stress. Most people have never had to file a bankruptcy, so choosing your lawyer to represent you can be difficult. Here are some considerations when choosing a Castle Rock bankruptcy attorney:
1. Can you retain a bankruptcy attorney in Castle Rock? If you live or work near Castle Rock, then having a bankruptcy lawyer who has an office accessible can make life much easier. First, the lawyer will require a great deal of information from you, so your ability to easily access the Castle Rock bankruptcy lawyer's office to drop off paper work and ask your bankruptcy attorney questions will be helpful.
2. Can your Castle Rock bankruptcy attorney handle the type of bankruptcy that you need? Depending on your circumstances, you may need to file a chapter 7 (a fresh start bankruptcy), chapter 13 (a wage earners repayment plan bankruptcy), or a chapter 11 (generally used for businesses). Each chapter has specific rules, so make sure your bankruptcy lawyer understands the various chapters of bankruptcy.
3. Can you meet in person with your bankruptcy attorney and do you get feel comfortable with him or her? Again, having a bankruptcy attorney available in Castle Rock can be convenient.
4. Does your bankruptcy attorney know how to handle the types of debts that you have. Special rules apply for various types of debts such as tax debt, student loan debt, child support and maintenance (alimony) debt, and foreclosures.
5. How long will it take to file your bankruptcy? Although different cases have different considerations when it comes to filing, it's important to get an idea of how long it will be before your bankruptcy is filed.
Robinson & Henry, P.C., maintains a bankruptcy practice to help individuals, families, and businesses liquidate or restructure debt. A bankruptcy attorney is available to meet with you in our Castle Rock, Denver, or Colorado Springs office. Contact us for a free consultation.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy protection under the bankruptcy code.