Filing for Bankruptcy
Filing Without 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 considering filing bankruptcy without an attorney, you will be known as a self-represented ("pro se") filer. As a self-represented filer, you are provided 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.
Before You File
Please read the information listed below before filing a petition.
- Before you begin, you will need the appropriate software to view and print certain documents and forms. To view and print PDF files, download Adobe Reader for free from Adobe's website.
- "FILING BANKRUPTCY IN NEW MEXICO" - (English version) (Spanish version)
- Bankruptcy Basics
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Eligibility to be a Debtor
- Note: Obtain Credit Counseling Services from an Approved Provider within 180 days before you file.
- Consider attending a Free Consumer Debt Workshop
After reading the information above, you should proceed to the How to File page.
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