Law: Bankruptcy

A list of the approved credit counseling agencies for the eastern district of new York

This court includes Long Island

Official Bankruptcy Forms must be used to file and take action in bankruptcy cases. Procedural Forms also may be necessary for use during the course of some bankruptcy proceedings.

Corporations and partnerships must have an attorney to file a bankruptcy case. Individuals, however, may represent themselves in bankruptcy court.

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Bankruptcy Basics provides general information about federal bankruptcy laws and the bankruptcy process. It is not a guide for filing for bankruptcy.

Find out if you should get a bankruptcy lawyer or if you can file on your own.

The forms you will need to file for bankruptcy in Nassau, Suffolk, Kings, Queens and Richmond Counties.

Corporations and partnerships must have an attorney to file a bankruptcy case. Individuals, however, may represent themselves in bankruptcy court.

After you’ve determined which chapter will serve you best—and it’s time to complete the paperwork—this article will help you find other types of information you’ll need, including official bankruptcy forms, New York means test figures, credit counseling providers, and bankruptcy court locations.

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