Filing Bankruptcy Online
Filing for bankruptcy online is not an actual deed that can be done. You can order bankruptcy forms online, use online software to help you fill out those forms or find a bankruptcy attorney to complete you petition and file it online - but if you prepare your forms by yourself you cannot submit them online.
You will have to submit a specific number of copies of your petition to the court and courts vary on how you must submit a creditor matrix.
Do It Yourself - You can choose to complete your bankruptcy petition yourself, you will need to research and find the information applicable to your state and to the local courthouse you are zoned for. In addition you will need to acquire a list of exemptions for your state to use in order to exempt your property from being sold in a chapter 7 bankruptcy.
If you complete the forms yourself you will have to also represent yourself at the 341 hearing. While you can represent yourself, you need to make sure you know the laws in order to protect your property.
Hire An Attorney - You can also hire a bankruptcy attorney, they will most likely look over your case, advise you on the chapter of bankruptcy that is right for you, after gathering your information they will fill out the bankruptcy petition and file it at the courthouse.
Your attorney will also accompany you to your 341 meeting. Hiring an attorney is the easiest option for saving you aggravation, it is often high on cost - paying an attorney is often hard for those that are considering filing bankruptcy.
