Top Charlestown, MA Bankruptcy Lawyers Near You
49 Blanchard Street, Suite 102, Lawrence, MA 01843
400 Trade Center, Suite 5900, Woburn, MA 01801
1 Federal St, 20th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
60 State Street, Suite 1100, Boston, MA 02109
100 Summer Street, Suite 2250, Boston, MA 02110
500 Boylston Street, 14th Floor, Boston, MA 02116
201 Washington St, Suite 2000, Boston, MA 02108
65A Flagship Drive, North Andover, MA 01845
101 Federal St, 19th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
310 Merrimack Street, Suite 5, Methuen, MA 01844
1359 Hancock Street, Suite 7, Quincy, MA 02169
200 Commonwealth Ave, Ste 305, Newton, MA 02466
200 Clarendon St, 20th Floor, Boston, MA 02116
100 Cambridge St, 14th Floor, Boston, MA 02114
One Marina Park Drive, Suite 1530, Boston, MA 02210
One Boston Place, 26th Floor, Boston, MA 02108
6 Beacon Street, Suite 720, Boston, MA 02108
134 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
418 Main St, 4th Floor, Worcester, MA 01608
100 State Street, Suite 900, Boston, MA 02109
140 Wood Road, Suite 400, Braintree, MA 02184
One International Place, 100 Oliver St, 40th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
101 Arch Street, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
1 Federal St, Boston, MA 02110
131 Dartmouth Street, Suite 501, Boston, MA 02116
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What Is Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a legal process that allows people to get out from under debts that are causing serious financial harm. Through the bankruptcy process, you may be able to get rid of debts like medical bills, credit card bills, and other unsecured debts. Factors such as your income and whether you have assets that you can sell to pay off some of the debts are taken into account when filing for bankruptcy and will determine what happens.
What Happens When I File for Bankruptcy?
When you file for bankruptcy, you will be under a federal bankruptcy court’s supervision and protection. During this time, you, your lawyer, the court, and your creditors will work on a plan for discharging your eligible debts. Collectors will also be unable to repossess property and garnish your wages or bank accounts during this time.
How Much Does It Cost To File for Bankruptcy?
There is no easy answer to this question. The ultimate cost will be a mix of court filing fees and what you owe your attorney for guiding you through the process. What you owe will depend on how complicated your case is and whether there are any prolonged disputes with creditors. Most likely, however, the debt relief that comes with bankruptcy will outweigh any fees.
How Long Does Bankruptcy Stay on Your Credit Report?
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing will stay on your credit report for up to 10 years, while a Chapter 13 will remain for up to seven years. A bankruptcy filing will also harm your credit score. However, if you need to file for bankruptcy, it’s likely your score is not that high anyway, and your bankruptcy will give you a chance at a fresh start and time to rebuild your credit score.