Bankruptcy Lawyer in East Northport, NY

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy East Northport

What Life Looks Like After Filing

The phone stops ringing. No more certified letters in your mailbox that make your stomach drop. No more lying awake at 3 AM wondering how you’ll make next month’s mortgage payment.

When you file for bankruptcy, the automatic stay kicks in immediately. That means every creditor, collection agency, and bill collector has to stop contacting you by law. The wage garnishment ends. The bank account freeze gets lifted.

Your home gets protected through Chapter 13 reorganization or Chapter 7 exemptions. You keep your car, your retirement accounts, and the essentials you need to rebuild. The crushing weight of credit card debt, medical bills, and personal loans disappears completely.

Most people see their credit score start improving within 12-18 months after filing. You can qualify for a mortgage again in 2-4 years. The financial nightmare ends, and you get to start over with a clean slate.

East Northport Bankruptcy Attorney

We Know Long Island Bankruptcy Law

We’ve been helping Long Island families get out of debt for over a decade. We’ve filed hundreds of bankruptcy cases in the Eastern District of New York bankruptcy court.

We understand the unique financial pressures facing East Northport residents. High property taxes, expensive utilities, and the cost of living on Long Island can push even responsible people into financial crisis. Medical emergencies, job loss, or small business failure can happen to anyone.

You’ll work directly with an experienced bankruptcy attorney, not a paralegal or assistant. We handle every aspect of your case personally and keep you informed throughout the entire process.

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How to File Bankruptcy

The Process is Simpler Than You Think

First, we meet for a free consultation to review your debts, income, and assets. We’ll determine whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy makes more sense for your situation. Most people qualify for Chapter 7, which eliminates unsecured debt in about 4 months.

Next, we prepare and file your bankruptcy petition with the court. The automatic stay goes into effect immediately, stopping all collection activity. We handle all the paperwork, schedules, and legal requirements so you don’t have to worry about making mistakes.

You’ll attend one brief meeting with the bankruptcy trustee about 30 days after filing. We’ll be there with you to answer any questions. For Chapter 7 cases, you typically receive your discharge order within 60-90 days after this meeting.

The entire process takes 3-4 months for Chapter 7 or 3-5 years for Chapter 13 payment plans. Either way, you get immediate relief from creditors and a clear path to financial freedom.

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Complete Bankruptcy and Debt Relief Services

We handle all types of bankruptcy cases including Chapter 7 liquidation and Chapter 13 reorganization. Our debt relief services also include foreclosure defense to help you keep your home and negotiate loan modifications with mortgage companies.

Many East Northport clients come to us facing multiple financial problems at once. You might have credit card debt, medical bills, a pending foreclosure, and wage garnishment all happening simultaneously. We address every aspect of your debt crisis in one comprehensive legal strategy.

We also help small business owners with both personal and business bankruptcy filings. If your business is failing and you’ve personally guaranteed business debts, we can protect your personal assets while handling the business closure properly.

We offer flat-fee pricing for most bankruptcy cases and flexible payment plans so you can afford quality legal representation even when money is tight. Your case gets handled by an experienced bankruptcy attorney from start to finish.

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Attorney fees for Chapter 7 bankruptcy typically range from $1,500-$2,500 plus a $338 court filing fee. Chapter 13 cases cost $3,000-$4,000 plus a $313 filing fee. We offer payment plans and accept the filing fee in installments through the court’s fee waiver program if you qualify. The total cost is usually much less than what you owe in credit card debt, and you can often use money you would have spent on minimum payments to pay for your bankruptcy case instead.
Most people keep their homes in bankruptcy. New York has generous homestead exemptions that protect up to $170,825 in home equity. If you’re behind on mortgage payments, Chapter 13 lets you catch up over 3-5 years while keeping your home. Chapter 7 works if you’re current on payments and don’t have excessive equity. We analyze your specific situation during the free consultation to determine the best way to protect your home.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy takes about 4 months from filing to discharge. You get immediate relief from creditors when we file, and the automatic stay stops all collection activity right away. Chapter 13 takes 3-5 years to complete the payment plan, but you’re protected from creditors the entire time. Most people feel significant relief within the first 30 days after filing because the phone calls and letters stop immediately.
Yes, having a job doesn’t disqualify you from bankruptcy. We use the means test to determine if your income is below the median for New York. If you earn too much for Chapter 7, Chapter 13 might be a better option. Chapter 13 actually requires regular income to fund your payment plan. Many working families file bankruptcy because their income isn’t enough to cover basic living expenses plus overwhelming debt payments.
Most unsecured debts get completely eliminated including credit cards, medical bills, personal loans, and old utility bills. Secured debts like mortgages and car loans can be kept if you continue payments or eliminated if you surrender the property. Some debts like recent taxes, student loans, and domestic support obligations typically cannot be discharged. We review your specific debts during consultation to explain exactly what can be eliminated in your case.
Bankruptcy will lower your credit score initially, but most people see improvement within 12-18 months. If you’re already behind on payments, your score is likely already damaged. Bankruptcy stops the damage from getting worse and gives you a fresh start. Many clients qualify for secured credit cards immediately after discharge and can get car loans within 1-2 years. You can typically qualify for a mortgage 2-4 years after bankruptcy, especially if you rebuild credit responsibly.

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