Preparing for Bankruptcy: Making the Most of Your Free Initial Consultation
If you are faced with overwhelming debt, you are not alone. The number of people seeking debt relief through personal bankruptcy has been rising for decades, peaking first in 2005, before the law was amended to make it more difficult to file. Now, due to the economic downturn, bankruptcy filings are rising again.
Here at Grand Law Firm we know the vast majority of our clients wish they had any other choice than to file for bankruptcy. They feel afraid and even ashamed, although there is no need to be. In fact, filing for bankruptcy may be the most responsible choice you can make.
Our attorneys have 25 years of combined experience helping individuals, families and businesses get debt relief and a fresh start through bankruptcy. We are happy to offer a free initial consultation so you can choose your best course of action and begin preparing for bankruptcy and taking back control over your life.
Contact us online or call us toll free at 1-888-860-3543 to schedule an appointment with a lawyer at either our Baton Rouge or New Orleans law offices.
Start Filling Out Your Bankruptcy Forms Before Your Appointment
Filing for bankruptcy immediately stops creditor harassment, wage garnishment, repossessions, foreclosure and all collection activities against you. Preparing for bankruptcy before your first meeting allows your attorney to file your case that much sooner.
To get started, simply click to print out our bankruptcy worksheets package (PDF). Fill out what you can and bring it along to your initial consultation. You will find everything you need to get started in our document checklist, including:
- Personal information questionnaire
- Real property
- Assets and personal property
- Income
- Expenses
- Creditors
- Statement of financial affairs
- Potential claims
If you are stressed and don't know where to start, our professional staff will be glad to walk you through all the necessary forms and help you provide the requested information. We will represent your best interests throughout the bankruptcy process.
Making an Appointment for a Free Initial Consultation Is Easy
Overwhelming debt makes you feel out of control. Preparing for bankruptcy is the first step toward taking back that control and moving on with your life.
Contact Grand Law Firm online or call us toll free 1-888-860-3543. If you prefer, you can reach our Baton Rouge office directly at 225-754-9708, or our New Orleans area office at 504-831-1222.
