Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know (Quick Prep)

Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is the next best thing to a one-on-one conference with your attorney. Written by a nationally-known and respected consumer bankruptcy attorney, this essential reference speaks to you directly about all aspects of Chapter 13 cases, just as though you were a client meeting with your lawyer. This easy-to-read guide explains to you everything you need to know about Chapter 13 debt adjustment, including questions you may never have thought to ask. Are you eligible for Chapter 13? Is there another form of bankruptcy that is right for you? Can you save your home and your car? Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy can help you answer these questions, as well as direct you in gathering and organizing documents, developing your Chapter 13 plan, and protecting your assets. You'll be an informed and educated client after reading this guide, prepared to tackle your Chapter 13 case with confidence. You'll be prepared to work collaboratively with a lawyer to assist you in the preparation of your Chapter 13 case and confirmation of your Chapter 13 plan.

About the Author

David Leibowitz founded Lakelaw in 1999 after more than 25 years of distinguished practice in Chicago. He is active in all practice areas of the firm. His core competence is in bankruptcy law and he is proficient in most aspects of financial law. Mr. Leibowitz has handled virtually all aspects of bankruptcy work from complex Chapter 11 cases representing debtors, creditors committees, and secured creditors to consumer bankruptcy cases in Chapter 7 and 13. He is a managing member of Lakelaw's Illinois offices and a partner in Lakelaw's Wisconsin offices.