Bankruptcy Forms

Completion of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Forms

Forms for Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

To file for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, a petition, “means test,” and a number of other forms (called “schedules”) need to be completed. The petition, “means test,” and schedules are filed electronically with the bankruptcy court as part of the bankruptcy process. The forms are required and will detail many aspects of your finances. Some of the information the forms ask you to describe include:

  • Your debts
  • Your assets
  • Your current income and sources of income
  • Your current monthly living expenses
  • Property you are protecting from being sold by the bankruptcy court
  • Property you sold or gave away during the previous 4 years
  • Your income from the previous 2 years

To Help You Prepare for Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, You Should Start Gathering the Following Documents:

  • At Least Six Months of Paycheck Stubs From Your Employer (if available)
  • Your Most Recent Federal and State Tax Returns
  • Copies of Your Most Recent Bills or Collection Letters

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Forms for Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

To file for a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, a petition, “means test,” and a number of other forms (called “schedules”) need to be completed. The petition, “means test,” and schedules are filed electronically with the bankruptcy court as part of the bankruptcy process. The forms are required and will detail many aspects of your finances. Some of the information the forms ask you to describe include:

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  • Your debts
  • Your assets
  • Your current income and sources of income
  • Your current monthly living expenses
  • Property you sold or gave away during the previous 4 years
  • Your income from the previous 2 years

To Help You Prepare for Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, You Should Start Gathering the Following Documents:

  • At Least Six Months of Paycheck Stubs From Your Employer (if available)
  • Your Most Recent Federal and State Tax Returns
  • Copies of Your Most Recent Bills or Collection Letters

Get in Touch To Learn More

The information provided by these forms will help determine if you are eligible to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy and provide a detailed accounting of your financial life. Bankruptcy lawyer, Marie Allen, JD, LLM, MBA, will determine how the law applies to your specific situation. To schedule a free consultation, please contact us today.