The right lawyer can ease your fears and anxiety you may be feeling about bankruptcy and ensure that you get the outcome and fresh start you deserve. Choosing the right bankruptcy lawyer is a must if you want to protect your financial future; a lawyer who is inept or not knowledgeable about bankruptcy could actually harm your case and your financial future.
3 Things look for in a Bankruptcy Lawyer
Bankruptcy Experience
The right attorney for your bankruptcy not only needs to have years of experience with the law, he needs to be familiar with the bankruptcy law in your state. A generalist who dabbles bankruptcy the on the side or handles cases occasionally will not know enough to effectively help you. Ask for references; other people the attorney has helped in the past should be able to give you a good idea of about their experience and what to expect.
Excellent Communication Skills
Your bankruptcy attorney needs to not only be able to communicate clearly with you, but with your creditors as well. Bankruptcy will have far-reaching implications on your financial life, so it's important you understand the entire process and what's happening. The right bankruptcy lawyer for you will fully outline the process, explaining it so you can understand it and make sure you always know what's going on. Bankruptcy is stressful; if you don't have a clear idea of what's happening or you have to chase your lawyer for details, it will be the worse.
Empathy for your Situation
Bankruptcy is the most difficult thing you can go through in your financial life. Your bankruptcy attorney needs to understand what you’re going through and have compassion for your plight. Working with a compassionate attorney takes much of the stress and hassle out of the process and ensures that you always feel comfortable with what’s going on with your finances. Too many people put off bankruptcy out of fear or nervousness; your lawyer should make you feel comfortable with the process.
We hope you don’t need our services, but if you’ve decided the time is right for bankruptcy then we are here to help you. Contact us to learn how to get started and to get a fresh start for your financial future; we are here to help.
