BANKRUPTCY COURT

Bankruptcy Court Each of the 94 federal judicial districts handles bankruptcy matters, and in almost all districts, bankruptcy cases are filed in the bankruptcy court. Bankruptcy cases cannot be filed in state court. Bankruptcy laws help people who can no longer pay their creditors get a fresh start by liquidating their assets to pay their debts, or by creating a repayment plan.

Hagen & Hagen is a Florida Bankruptcy Law Firm that specializes in helping our clients navigate the maze of bankruptcy laws and bankruptcy court when filing. Our team of experienced bankruptcy attorneys are on your side before and after you file to protect your interests if you choose to enter into a bankruptcy proceeding.

Individuals appearing as debtors (including husbands and wives filing jointly), creditors or other interested parties in Bankruptcy Court do not have to be represented by an attorney. However, corporations must be represented by counsel, except in certain limited instances.

Because there are many complicated issues that may come up in a bankruptcy case, individuals may wish to hire an attorney who is allowed to practice in bankruptcy court such as Hagen and Hagen, P.A..

If you do choose to represent yourself and go through the bankruptcy case without a lawyer, you must follow all federal and local court laws and requirements and use the federal and local required forms that are available from the clerk’s office or the court's web site for filing documents. To fail to do so can have extremely negative consequences to your case. Remember, the judges, judges’ staff, clerk, or clerk’s staff are not permitted to provide legal advice or speak with you without the other side present so guidance will be strictly limited.

While you may represent yourself without legal counsel, bankruptcy filings are often complex and difficult. In order to fully protect your rights, Hagen & Hagen, P.A. has the experience to guide you through all proceedings. Please give us a call at (954) 987-0515 for a consultation today.