Bankruptcy Lawyers
Chapter 7, 13, and small-business reorganizations.
About Bankruptcy attorneys
Bankruptcy attorneys help individuals and businesses restructure or eliminate debt under Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 11. They stop creditor harassment, halt foreclosures and wage garnishments, and rebuild a workable financial future.
Counsel performs the means test, prepares the petition and schedules, represents you at the 341 meeting of creditors, and defends any objections from trustees or lenders. The right chapter depends on income, asset mix, and goals.
When to call: Talk to a lawyer before draining retirement accounts, transferring property, or running up new debt — those moves can compromise your case.
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Featured Bankruptcy attorneys & law firms
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- J. Turner Law Group, APC — Chula Vista, CA
- Hearthstone Legal Group — Lakewood, CA
- The Law Office of Gary Polston
- Bellenot & Boufford LLC — Monroe, CT
- Yesner Law, P.L. — Clearwater, FL
- Mendez Law Offices, PLLC — Doral, FL
- Sandra Navarro-Garcia, P.A. — Miami, FL
- Silvio Amico, P.A. — Miami, FL
- The Bankruptcy Law offices of James Schwitalla, PA — Miami, FL
- Dream Legal — Weston, FL
- Bigge & Rodriguez, P.A.
- Yesner Law
- Clayman Law LLC — Cherry Hill, NJ
- Mellinger, Sanders & Kartzman, LLC — Morris Plains, NJ
- Law Offices of Supreet Kaur Parmar, PC — New Hyde Park, NY
- Morrison Tenenbaum PLLC — New York, NY
- LaMonica Herbst & Maniscalco, LLP — Wantagh, NY
- LaMonica Herbst & Maniscalco, LLP
- Nahrgang & Associates, P.C. — Collegeville, PA
- Denise A. True, PC
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Bankruptcy lawyer questions, answered
Common questions people ask before hiring a bankruptcy attorney.
What does a bankruptcy lawyer do?
Bankruptcy attorneys help individuals and businesses restructure or eliminate debt under Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 11. They stop creditor harassment, halt foreclosures and wage garnishments, and rebuild a workable financial future.
How do bankruptcy attorneys handle a case?
Counsel performs the means test, prepares the petition and schedules, represents you at the 341 meeting of creditors, and defends any objections from trustees or lenders. The right chapter depends on income, asset mix, and goals.
When should I contact a bankruptcy attorney?
Talk to a lawyer before draining retirement accounts, transferring property, or running up new debt — those moves can compromise your case.
How much does a bankruptcy lawyer cost?
Fees vary by matter and market. Bankruptcy attorneys commonly work on a contingency fee, a flat fee, or an hourly rate, and many offer a free initial consultation. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you hire anyone.
How do I choose the right bankruptcy lawyer near me?
Compare attorneys who focus specifically on bankruptcy matters in your state, check their reviews and disciplinary record, confirm who will actually handle your file day to day, and ask how they communicate about case progress. You can browse verified bankruptcy attorneys by state and city on Law Firm Central.
Do bankruptcy attorneys offer free consultations?
Many do. A free consultation is a short call or meeting where the attorney evaluates whether you have a viable matter, explains the likely process and timeline, and quotes their fee. It does not create an attorney-client relationship until you both agree to it.