Our FAQ
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Does my spouse have to file bankruptcy with me?
No. One spouse may file without the other. However, because California is a community property state, all marital community assets and all income earned by both spouses must be disclosed.
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Do you offer payment plans for your fees?
Yes and no. For Chapter 7 cases, you may pay in increments, but fees must be paid in full before we file your case with the Court. In most Chapter 13 cases, only a portion of the fee is due before filing; the remaining balance is paid through your Chapter 13 payment plan via the bankruptcy trustee.
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How much do you charge for a bankruptcy?
It depends on which chapter is most appropriate for your situation and on the complexity of your case. The simpler your case, the less I charge. At the end of your no-charge initial consultation, I’ll provide a firm written quote for my services.
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Can an initial meeting be in-person, by phone, or via Zoom?Yes—whatever you prefer.
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Do you offer a no-charge initial consultation?
Yes. We typically spend about an hour—sometimes a little more—collecting basic information about your financial circumstances, discussing your options, explaining how the different chapters of bankruptcy work, and making a recommendation on the best path forward.