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Resources & the Do’s and Don’ts of Bankruptcy

Before we can file your case, you will need to turn in several documents that are both required and will help us prepare your schedules. We have listed them below along with the resources you need to help us prepare your case.

Do provide

Required documents

Gather these five things first. When you are ready, bring them to the office or ask us about uploading them securely.

  1. 01

    Copy of Tax Returns

    Provide the most recent two years. If you don’t have a copy, you can order a Tax Return Transcript from the Internal Revenue Service.

    Order a transcript from the IRS

  2. 02

    All income in the last 6 months

    Includes all paystubs, self-employment income, IRA distributions, child support, alimony, gifts of money, pension, unemployment, and rental income.

  3. 03

    Valid photo ID

    A state-issued driver’s licence or ID, passport, legal resident or alien card.

  4. 04

    Proof of Social Security Number

    Social security card, W2, or a document containing a pre-printed social security number.

    Request a new Social Security card

  5. 05

    Pre-filing Credit Counseling Certificate

    Have the certificate sent directly to our office with office code Knash1. The certificate is good for 6 months.

    Start the credit counseling class

Resources & worksheets

Download and fill these in

Several of these are fillable PDFs — you can complete them on screen, save, and send them back. Others are reference sheets worth reading before your consultation.

Important

Not all debts are dischargeable

You should know that even if you file a bankruptcy and receive a discharge, some debts are not dischargeable and you will still be responsible to pay:

  • Certain taxes
  • Most student loans
  • Domestic support obligations and property settlement obligations
  • Most fines, penalties, forfeitures and criminal restitution obligations
  • Debts arising from fraud or theft
  • Fraud or defalcation while acting in a fiduciary capacity
  • Intentional injuries
  • Death or injury caused by operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated

Consult with our office to determine if your debt falls into one of these exceptions.

Bankruptcy don’ts

Things not to do before you file

There are bankruptcy don’ts you should be aware of before filing. For instance, it’s not a good idea to bank where you owe a debt. You should close that account before you file.

Review the full list and contact our office. We will explain your options.

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Not sure which documents apply to your situation? Call and we will walk you through exactly what to gather before your first appointment.

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