Can You File for Bankruptcy More Than Once?
Bankruptcy can help individuals and businesses get back on the right track. However, sometimes they can find themselves in financial trouble again down the road. If you are in this situation, it may help to know that you may be able to file for bankruptcy again even if you filed within the past eight years.
At Simon & Resnik, LLP, we can evaluate your financial situation and advise whether you are eligible to file bankruptcy under any chapter of the Bankruptcy Code. From our offices in Los Angeles and Sherman Oaks, our attorneys have helped thousands of clients throughout Southern California overcome financial hurdles. We are happy to meet with you in a free consultation and answer all your questions about repeat bankruptcy filings.
How Often Can Someone File for Bankruptcy?
The law allows you to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy once every eight years, up to a total of three times in your life. There is no limit to how many times you can file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Even if you are currently ineligible to file Chapter 7, you may be able to find relief through Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
For example, you could file Chapter 7 bankruptcy to eliminate most of your unsecured debt. At some point down the road, you could file Chapter 13 bankruptcy, which would allow you to reduce certain payments, eliminate a second mortgage, removal all junior liens and pay off specific debts more quickly than without filing.
Experienced California Bankruptcy Lawyers
Have you previously filed for bankruptcy relief and are now wondering if you are eligible to file again? The attorneys at Simon & Resnik can help. Call 310-598-7365 or 888-368-4099, or contact our firm online to arrange a free consultation.
Our bankruptcy professionals meet with clients from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend appointments are also available.
