Q: If I am being sued by a credit card company can I still file for bankruptcy?
I have a lot of credit card debt and I’m only able to make the minimum payment. So I signed up for debt relief and it was still too expensive so I canceled it. Now I’m being sued by one of my credit card companies because I owe them money. I wanted to know if I was still able to file bankruptcy.
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Yes you can still file if your being sued! It will stop the lawsuit.
Karra L. Kingston Esq.
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A: That would be all the more reason to file for Bankruptcy protection. Trying to represent yourself in Bankruptcy is unwise to put it nicely. There are both Federal and Local Rules of Bankruptcy that must be complied with. It is not merely filling out forms. To properly answer your questions and address your concerns, the best way to handle this is with an in person consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney. THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE! YOU NEED TO SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY WHO IS LICENSED IN YOUR STATE FOR LEGAL ADVICE. This is merely suggestions for you to think about in discussing your situation with the local attorney.
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A: Yes you would be able to file for bankruptcy even if you did not successfully complete the debt consolidation
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Absolutely. If you cannot afford to pay your debts, the commencement of a lawsuit may be the perfect time to file for Bankruptcy.
With this being said, you'll definitely want to consult with a knowledgeable attorney before you commit to any specific game plan.
Good luck!
A: Absolutely. And probably the sooner you file, the better for you.
A: Yes. You can file at any time.
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