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Bankruptcy is a complex process. Never attempt bankruptcy filing by yourself. It is best left to experts. Even a small error can result in your petition being rejected. Hire a bankruptcy lawyer. There are numerous ways of finding a bankruptcy lawyer.
If you know someone who has filed for bankruptcy, you could ask him or her about his or her lawyer. Work your network of family, friends, business associates, accountants, or others who can recommend a referral. Besides referrals, you can also search for bankruptcy lawyers in your local yellow pages or on the net.
You can also contact your local bar association. They will have a list of local bankruptcy lawyers. Referrals, yellow pages, the net and bar associations are only the starting point. You should then research the lawyer's credentials and background. Look for news reports about the lawyer, articles written by the lawyer, cases the lawyer has succeeded. Check if the lawyer is properly licensed. Check if the lawyer is properly licensed. Talk to several lawyers and short list the ones you feel will be able to assist you. Call each of the short listed lawyers and check if they are available for a meeting to discuss your case, and what the fee schedule would be for this meeting. Ask for any information available on the lawyer or your subject matter, and review it carefully. You should obtain answers to the following questions:
The lawyer client relationship is a vital. There is no substitute for a face to face meeting when you are trying to select a bankruptcy lawyer. If the chemistry between you is not right, it's not going to work.
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