How to Find a Bankruptcy Lawyer Near Me
The process of filing for bankruptcy is long and complicated. Although it is possible to handle the case on your own, it may be less stressful to hire a bankruptcy attorney. Some important factors to keep in mind while searching an attorney are the attorney's experience, success rate and fees.
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Visit the website for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (see Resources). The NACBA provides an Attorney Finder tool that you can use to locate a bankruptcy lawyer in your community. Click the "By Proximity" tab, and enter your address into the blank field. Click on 5 miles to find an attorney in this proximity. Click on 10 miles, 20 miles or 50 miles if you are comfortable driving this distance. Click "Search" to see results.
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Check for a local bankruptcy attorney in your State's Bar Association. Most associations, such as the State Bar of California and the Oklahoma Bar Association, provide search tools on their websites that allow visitors to search for attorneys using various terms, such as location and specialty.
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Use a lawyer referral service certified by the State Bar. Service personnel can refer you to a bankruptcy lawyer in your area based on your specifications. The service may be provided free or for a low fee. The American Bar Association provides links to the lawyer referral service organizations in each state (see Resources).
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Browse through member listings in your local Better Business Bureau (see Resources). The BBB works to ensure ethical practices in local businesses. It offers accredited membership to businesses and service professionals, including local attorneys. You can use the member directory to search for a bankruptcy attorney in your area.
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Visit the website for your local Chamber of Commerce (see Resources). Check the member listings for a bankruptcy attorney in your area.
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Check the "Services" listings in the classifieds section of local papers. You may also wish to look for an attorney in the local yellow pages.
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Ask for a referral from your network. Family members, friends and co-workers may be able to refer you to a local bankruptcy lawyer who has provided satisfactory services.
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