Q: I loss my arm due to cancer. I'm on disability in which I make $750.00 a month. I have received a summons to go to court
I owe several credit cards. I need too file bankruptcy. But as you can see I do not have any money left over a month to hire an attorney. I'm afraid to go to court without an attorney. Is there any way someone there can help me with a bankruptcy. I'm 64 years old. If they take my money I will become homeless. Please help me.
A: Do not despair. You should contact a local bankruptcy attorney and schedule a consultation. You may be able to have a consultation over the phone. If you are judgment proof there may be no need to file. If after a review of your situation it is recommended you file bankruptcy, contact your local legal aid. Consumer bankruptcy attorneys help people with limited income all the time and can many times show the client how they can afford to pay for representation. You can search for an attorney using the Justia "Find a Lawyer" link at the top of this page.
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