Q: I have HIV and severe PTSD with phsycotic tendencies. I need a pro bono bankruptcy attorney.
I have been sick for over two years now and am unable to work. Am applying for disability. I have issues on my credit. I have just filed my 2013-2017 taxes after contacting the IRS and recovering the information needed. Was told to file all 1040ez. Have done as was told. They sent letters concerning 2 of them. Need a Pro Bono Attorney as I have NO income. Please in the name of God help me. Will be praying to hear from you soon. Sincerely
A: Legal aid will help you draft your bankruptcy petition, but will not actually represent you. This is not the kind of legal work that attorneys will do pro bono. If you have no income or assets then you're essentially judgment proof anyway, so bankruptcy is not urgent and you can wait until you have the money to pay for an attorney. You might be ok filing on your own if you have no assets to protect, but mistakes can complicate things for you.
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