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If you want to hire an attorney to file bankruptcy, asking certain questions will help you make a wise choice during a difficult time. Whether you need to file personal bankruptcy or reorganize your business, finding the right lawyer increases your chance for a successful outcome that will place you back on the path to financial freedom. The following questions will aid your search for legal representation. 

What You Should Ask a Bankruptcy Attorney

1. How many cases have you handled?

You want to know the length and depth of bankruptcy law experience the attorney has. Find out the number of cases that were for business and for personal bankruptcy filings, how often the lawyer files petitions under Chapter 7, 11, or 13, and what the case outcomes were like.   

2. What will I have to pay?

attorneyKnowing the fees and costs upfront helps you budget and eliminates surprises. The Bankruptcy Court’s filing fees are standard and depend on whether you file a Chapter 7, 11, or 13 bankruptcy or convert from one Chapter to another. Your lawyer may charge a flat rate or an hourly rate for representation. Ask what is included in the fees and when payments are due. You should be given a written fee agreement and contract that you both sign before work starts.

3. Who will work on the case?

It’s important to know whether the attorney with whom you meet is the person who will work on your case and represent you in court. If other lawyers, paralegals, or legal assistants are assigned to your case, ask about their experience and meet them. Find out whether their services are billed separately and, if so, at what rates.

 

When you face decisions about your personal and business financial affairs, turn to the attorneys at Brian R. Cahn & Associates in Cartersville, GA. Backed by more than 25 years of bankruptcy law experience, Brian R. Cahn and his skilled team offer wise counsel and strong advocacy in debt relief matters. Professional and accessible, these lawyers serve clients in five convenient locations throughout northwest Georgia. To find the closest office and get the help you need, visit the firm’s website now or call (770) 382-8900 to speak with a team representative.

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