Advancing the Rule of Law in Consumer Bankruptcies

Attorneys representing consumers in Chapters 7 and 13 must understand the differences between the chapters and ensure that everyone has equal access to both chapters under the Bankruptcy Code.

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Related Content

• Counseling a Consumer Client about Bankruptcy
  Check out this practice note for a discussion of representing consumer debtors in the pre-bankruptcy period.

• Chapter 7 Liquidation
  Read this practice note for information on Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases.

• Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
  See this practice note for the requirements for and issues common to Chapter 13 cases.

• Chapter 13 Means Test Video
  Watch this video to understand the means test in a Chapter 13 case.

• Section 341 Meeting Preparation (Consumers)
  Review this practice note for a discussion on preparing a Chapter 7 or 13 individual debtor (or joint debtors) for a Section 341 meeting of creditors.

• Consumer Bankruptcy Resource Kit
  See this resource kit for other consumer bankruptcy resources, including detailed practice notes, templates, and checklists.

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