Do I Need an Attorney?

While it is possible to file a bankruptcy without the advice of an attorney, it may be difficult to do so successfully.  It is recommended that a person considering bankruptcy consult with a competent attorney prior to filing a case.

If you are representing yourself without the benefit of an attorney, you are known as a self-represented ("pro se") filer.  As a self-represented filer, you enjoy every right entitled to you under the law. Self-represented filers are expected to follow and abide by the rules that govern the practice of law in the United States Federal Courts. Self-represented filers should be familiar with the United States Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Local Rules of this court.  See also the United States Court's  "Filing without an Attorney" web page.