Westchester County - The Bankruptcy ProcessFiling for bankruptcy can be a complex and frustrating experience that can compound the stress of facing crushing debt. The advice and representation of a bankruptcy attorney familiar with the both U.S. Bankruptcy Code and local judicial customs can help ease the strain while protecting your interests. At the New York and New Jersey offices of Mitchell Pollack & Associates, lawyers experienced with the bankruptcy process offer prompt and professional handling of your bankruptcy case, with a goal of securing your position and protecting your interests in a bankruptcy process. Contact our firm to discuss your legal needs. The Bankruptcy ProcessFiling for bankruptcy generally involves preparing a petition detailing assets, income, expenses, and debt owed to all creditors, and other financial information, and filing in bankruptcy court. Upon filing, the court grants an automatic stay that prohibits creditors from any contact regarding payment collection, or from freezing bank accounts, garnishing wages, or filing or continuing a lawsuit or foreclosure action. The process varies depending on the type of bankruptcy filed. Our skilled bankruptcy attorneys are prepared to handle the complete bankruptcy process involving:
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