Online Bankruptcy Information
By Priya Jestin
First things first — you cannot actually file a bankruptcy online. It would be really nice if you could complete such a painful task in the privacy of your home. But there are several services that you can avail of online. Quite a few sites offer services that simplify the process of filing bankruptcy without an attorney. These sites allow you to prepare all the forms online and then print them out to file with the bankruptcy court. You can even download the forms or hire a paralegal to help fill out your petition online. Some of these sites include: <.p>
Whichever method you choose, once you are ready; you’ll have to file the actual petition with your local federal bankruptcy clerk. A word of advice: you cannot get any legal advice from these Online and paralegal bankruptcy petition preparers — they are barred by law from providing such advice.