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?
Will my friends and/or relatives know I have filed bankruptcy?
If you owe friends and/or family members money at the time of filing, you are required to include them in the bankruptcy along with all other creditors. Failure to do so could result in the denial of your discharge and/or criminal prosecution. In addition, if you have repaid any loans to friends, relatives or business associates within the last year you must disclose that information as well and those parties may learn of the bankruptcy through contact from the trustee assigned to your case.
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
