Q: How can a senior citizen, in San Jose, CA....get free bankruptcy counsceiing?
A: If you don't receive any better options, then you could try contacting a local attorney member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, using the find attorney feature at NACBA.org, and ask whether or not that attorney provides pro bono services directly or through association with a local legal services organization.
A: You may want to check at your local bankruptcy court, at the clerk's office. They may have information that will assist you in finding a resource. Also, check to see if there is a "Public Law Center" in your area which usually provides no cost legal assistance. You could also call a few bankruptcy attorneys in your area to see if they offer no cost initial consultation. Do not rely on a paralegal service - they cannot give you legal advice; they are only supposed to prepare the documents from information you have given them but you aren't getting legal advice. Good luck.
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