Common Bankruptcy Questions
A decision to file for bankruptcy should be made only after determining that bankruptcy is the best way to deal with your financial problems. The law often changes, and each case is different. If you still have questions after reading the information presented here, you should talk to an attorney who is familiar with bankruptcy.
By: Alaska Legal Services Corporation
Information from the United States Bankruptcy Court (District of Alaska)
(Separate Website)
This is the web site for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Alaska. Here you can find information about the court hours, forms, rules, opinions, and how to e-file your claim.
By: United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Alaska
Your Legal Rights During and After Bankruptcy: Making the Most of Your Bankruptcy Discharge
If you choose bankruptcy, you should take advantage of the fresh start it offers and then make careful decisions about future borrowing and credit. This pamphlet answers common questions and provides helpful tips.
By: Alaska Legal Services Corporation
Using Credit Wisely After Bankruptcy
Beware of credit offers aimed at recent bankruptcy filers. Here is a set of helpful tips and suggestions.
By: Alaska Legal Services Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
At this site, you can find information about bankruptcy in general, how to file documents with the court, and how to obtain information from the court.
By: U.S Bankruptcy Court, District of Alaska
Consumer Credit Counseling of Alaska
(Separate Website)
Consumer Credit Counseling of Alaska provides consumers with education in regards to credit counseling; debt management repayment plans; money management education; home ownership counseling /education and predatory lending. They are an approved HUD Housing Counseling Agency. Offices located in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Call 1-800-478-6501 to schedule an appointment today or submit info online at www.cccsofak.com
By: Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Alaska
A consumer's Guide to Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
LUDR reaches out to those individuals who are in the unfortunate position of being overburdened by debt ... regardless of how or why he or she got there. Whether ill in the hospital, loss of job, or simply had eyes bigger than the pocket book.
LUDR develops the best possible plan, custom tailored, with the client's particular income, expenses, and total debt situation in mind.
By: Lawyers United for Debt Relief
Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (2004)
(Separate Website)
This links to legal information regarding the rules that govern bankruptcy proceedings in Federal courts.
By: Cornell Law School, Legal Information Institute
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