What can a bankruptcy lawyer help with? 4 Answers as of August 27, 2010

All bankruptcy attorneys are federally designated debt relief agencies helping people file bankruptcy through the US Bankruptcy Code. Depending on what Chapter you are planning on filing under the success rate of the bankruptcy filing differs. Only about 1 percent of people who file bankruptcy under Chapter 13 on their own end up with a confirmed plan. Bankruptcy can be complex and it takes a trained attorney who keeps up on all changes in the law and court procedures to obtain a successful result. CPA and other financial experts may not be aware of recent changes in the law or have the ability to file the paperwork correctly with the courts.

A Bankruptcy is a lawsuit in a Federal Court. Therefore, you would benefit more from legal advice from a Bankruptcy Attorney rather than accounting advice.

Filing for bankruptcy is a legal issue. CPAs really do not provide this service since they would be practicing law without a license. You need someone who understand the legal issues not only the numbers. If you want a free telephone consultation, please feel free to call me.