Riverside Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorneys
Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Sometimes, even the most thoughtful financial planning is no match for the unpredictability of life. When a disaster strikes, it can feel impossible to recover financially. Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows you to alleviate some of the pressure your debt is instilling by allowing you to produce a payment plan you can structure to suit your needs and protect your assets.
Call one of our attorneys for help protecting your property and restoring financial stability: (951) 784-1678.
What Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a filing plan for individuals to settle outstanding debt while protecting their assets. Through Chapter 13, debtors construct a three- to five-year repayment plan that they maintain through monthly payments to their bankruptcy trustee who then distributes the payments to the creditors. This effectively blocks contact between the debtor and the creditor, with the trustee being the acting liaison during the repayment period.
Chapter 13 is an option for those who are disqualified from Chapter 7 for having either too high of an income or enough money to pay for all basic expenses in addition to some debt. The key differentiators between Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 are the length of the repayment process, debts you can discharge, and the ability to preserve your assets.
Chapter 13 bankruptcy uniquely allows:
- For debt to be repaid in monthly installments over the course of three to five years
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To discharge debts incurred by:
- Divorce proceedings
- Property settlements
- Debts to pay non-dischargeable taxes
- Debts for malicious injury to property
Chapter 13 offers debt relief according to terms you author. You can alleviate your debt without sacrificing your assets or your agency.
Those struggling to repay debt should contact The Turoci Bankruptcy Firm for professional guidance.
Who Qualifies for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 13 upholds stricter guidelines than other bankruptcy filing options. To qualify, the debtor must:
- Have less than $394,725 in unsecured debt, including credit card payments and other bills
- Have less than $1,184,200 in secured debt, or debt that is backed by collateral
- Not have had a previous petition for bankruptcy dismissed within the past 180 days due to failure to appear in court or comply with orders
- Prove that they filed federal and state income taxes the four years preceding their petition
- Attend an approved credit counselling course before filing the bankruptcy petition and provide certificate of completion
Individuals who adhere to the guidelines above may be eligible. Businesses are not eligible to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
What Are the Benefits of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
A debtor’s benefits from Chapter 13 bankruptcy extend beyond resolving their financial hardships. After filing, the debtor is relieved of debt collection calls and can no longer be contacted by creditors regarding the debt being settled through their repayment plan. Additionally, a debtor benefits by maintaining ownership of their assets, unlike in a Chapter 7 filing where belongings are liquidated in order to repay debt. Debtors can gradually repay debt and return to a new normal.
Keep your property and your independence. Contact our Riverside Chapter 13 bankruptcy attorneys to help you revitalize your financial situation.
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Meet Our Legal Team
Here to Guide You Every Step of the Way-
Todd TurociFounding Attorney
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Dustin Nirschl
Attorney
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Meredith Jury
Retired Bankruptcy Judge
The Turoci Difference
Personal Guidance Through the Entire Process-
Certified Bankruptcy Specialists
Todd is one of the few Certified Bankruptcy Specialists in the Central District and the only one in the Inland Empire, as designated by the American Board of Certification.
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Free, No-Obligation Consultation
Our firm offers free, no-obligation consultations for those who chose to retain our services.
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Compassion
We can understand how challenging this process can be and will guide you through, every step of the way.
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Availability
We offer our clients after-hour, weekend and same day appointments to meet your busy schedule.
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Personalized Attention
When you hire us, you will have direct access to your attorney from start to finish.
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Bilingual
Our team is bilingual! We service our clients in English & Spanish.
