Frequently Asked Questions
What can bankruptcy do for me?
What are the different types of bankruptcy available to individuals and/or small businesses?
Who will know about my bankruptcy?
All of your creditors, the IRS and the Oregon Department of Revenue will receive notice of your bankruptcy filing from the Bankruptcy Court. Bankruptcy filings are of public record so anyone wanting information regarding your case can obtain it through the Court. Bankruptcies are not published in local newspapers; however, they may appear in business publications such as the Journal of Commerce and the Businessman's Journal.
Will my friends and/or relatives know I have filed bankruptcy?
Will my employer know I have filed bankruptcy?
Can I file bankruptcy on some creditors and not on others?
If I file bankruptcy, does my spouse have to file with me?
If I filed bankruptcy before, can I file again?
How will bankruptcy affect my co-signer?
Will bankruptcy wipe out all my debts?
Will I lose all of my property and belongings if I file bankruptcy?
What happens to my home and car if I file bankruptcy?
Will bankruptcy affect my credit?
Initial Consultation
Use this form to contact us to arrange for an initial consultation. The first 30 minutes of a bankruptcy consultation is free, additional time or other matters such as student loan issues or wills billed at standard rates. Please provide details as to how we can assist you.
Canby Bankruptcy Center
