Bankruptcy Lawyer in Richmond Hill, NY

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Stop creditor calls, save your home, and start fresh with experienced bankruptcy representation in Richmond Hill.

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Attorney Queens

What Life Looks Like After Bankruptcy

The phone stops ringing with collection calls. You sleep through the night without worrying about losing your house. Your paycheck stays in your account instead of getting garnished.

That’s what bankruptcy protection actually does for you. It’s not about failure—it’s about using federal law to get breathing room when debt becomes impossible to manage.

Most people discover they can keep their car, their home, and their essential belongings while eliminating credit card debt, medical bills, and other unsecured obligations. The automatic stay kicks in immediately when you file, which means creditors must stop all collection activity right away.

Richmond Hill Bankruptcy Law Firm

We Know Richmond Hill Financial Challenges

We have been helping Richmond Hill families navigate financial crises for years. We understand the unique pressures facing our community—from rising housing costs to unexpected medical emergencies that can derail even the most careful financial planning.

We’ve guided hundreds of clients through both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases in Queens County courts. Our approach is straightforward: explain your options clearly, handle the legal complexities, and help you make decisions that set you up for long-term financial stability.

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File for Bankruptcy Richmond Hill

Here's Exactly How the Process Works

First, we meet for a free consultation to review your debts, income, and assets. This helps us determine whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy makes more sense for your situation. We’ll also identify any alternatives that might work better.

Once you decide to move forward, we prepare and file your bankruptcy petition with the court. The automatic stay goes into effect immediately, stopping all collection activity. We handle the required credit counseling, prepare you for the meeting of creditors, and guide you through each step.

Most Chapter 7 cases are complete within 4-6 months. Chapter 13 cases involve a 3-5 year repayment plan but allow you to catch up on mortgage payments and keep assets you might otherwise lose. Either way, you get the fresh start you need to rebuild your financial life.

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Debt Relief Lawyer Richmond Hill

Complete Bankruptcy and Debt Relief Services

We handle every aspect of your bankruptcy case from start to finish. This includes analyzing your debts and assets, determining which chapter fits your situation, preparing all required paperwork, and representing you at the meeting of creditors.

Beyond bankruptcy, we also provide foreclosure defense when you need time to explore options for saving your home. Many Richmond Hill residents face foreclosure due to job loss, medical bills, or other temporary setbacks that bankruptcy can address.

Our goal is helping you understand exactly what bankruptcy can and cannot do for your specific situation. We explain the process in plain English, discuss how it affects your credit, and make sure you’re making an informed decision about your financial future.

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Not necessarily. In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you can often keep your home by catching up on missed mortgage payments through a 3-5 year repayment plan. Even in Chapter 7, New York’s homestead exemption protects up to $170,825 of home equity for most filers. If you’re current on your mortgage and your equity falls within exemption limits, you can typically keep your house. The key is acting quickly before foreclosure proceedings advance too far.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy typically takes 4-6 months from filing to discharge in Queens County. You’ll attend one meeting of creditors about 30-40 days after filing, then receive your discharge if there are no complications. Chapter 13 cases involve a 3-5 year repayment plan, but you get immediate protection from creditors when you file. The timeline can vary based on your specific circumstances and whether creditors object to your case.
Bankruptcy can eliminate most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, personal loans, and old utility bills. It can also stop wage garnishments and bank account levies. However, you’ll still owe child support, recent taxes, student loans (in most cases), and secured debts like your mortgage or car loan if you want to keep the property. We’ll review your specific debts during your consultation to explain exactly what can be discharged.
Court filing fees are $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13, plus attorney fees that vary based on case complexity. We offer affordable payment plans and will discuss all costs upfront during your free consultation. Many clients find that bankruptcy saves them far more money than it costs by eliminating thousands in credit card and medical debt. We’ll help you understand the total investment and how it compares to continuing to struggle with unmanageable debt.
Yes, and bankruptcy might be your best option for saving your home. Chapter 13 allows you to catch up on missed mortgage payments over 3-5 years while stopping foreclosure proceedings. Chapter 7 can eliminate other debts, freeing up money to get current on your mortgage. The automatic stay immediately stops foreclosure when you file, giving you time to work out a solution. Acting quickly is crucial—don’t wait until the foreclosure sale is scheduled.
Bankruptcy does impact your credit initially, but it’s not permanent damage. Chapter 7 stays on your credit report for 10 years, Chapter 13 for 7 years. However, many clients see their credit scores improve within 1-2 years because they’ve eliminated overwhelming debt and can make payments on time. If you’re already missing payments and facing collections, bankruptcy often provides a faster path to credit recovery than continuing to struggle with unmanageable debt.

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