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BANKRUPTCY

STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO MANUAL

An outline of the instructional videos is listed below. Click on any section to view a short instructional video. All documents described in the training videos can be found in the templates/pleadings section below.

Intro to Bankruptcy

Eligibility Requirements for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Is a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in the Best Interests of the Client

Fees

Bankruptcy Documents

Pre-Filing Credit Counseling Courses

Preparing the Petition

Preparing a Bankruptcy Petition in Best Case

Reviewing the Petition with Your Client

Filing the Petition

Meeting of the Creditors

Post-Filing Debtor Education

  • Intro to Debtor Education
  • E-Filing the Certificate

Closing Your Case

WRITTEN MANUALS

  • Bankruptcy Manual
  • Best Case Guide
  • Legal Server Guide

FORMS AND TEMPLATES

  • Application for Waiver of Filing Fee
  • Exemptions
  • Questionnaire
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