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Bankruptcy Court Observations: Bad Lawyering

While my practice is limited to Massachusetts, I understand that people all over the country read this blog. (Of course, they do so with the understanding that it’s not legal advice and that they should confer with a local attorney who can help them.) With that said, my observations this morning in Bankruptcy Court might be helpful to just about anyone facing bankruptcy.

Last week, a Chapter 13 case was filed by a debtor who had a pending Chapter 7 case which had been filed earlier this summer. The judge asked “why do I have two pending bankruptcy cases at the same time?” A good question.

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Top Ten Reasons to Hire an Attorney for Your Chapter 13 Case

When faced with a foreclosure, most people will consider a Chapter 13 filing. But I have been hearing some rumblings here and there that many people seeking protection under Chapter 13 are opting to go it alone, without an attorney. While certainly people have the right to represent themselves, there is no good reason to not hire an attorney for a Chapter 13.. In an effort to drive my point home, I have identified here the Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Not File Chapter 13 Without an Attorney. I’ve also done so while still hoping to leave a smile on your face.

May we hear a drum roll!

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