The thought of filing for bankruptcy can be frightening to many people. The stress of limited finances and creditor harassment can cause some to make poor choices, but these choices may only worsen an already serious situation. A good way to avoid making further mistakes is to contact a bankruptcy law attorney.
At the law offices of Genova & Malin, Attorneys at Law, we help people in financial distress by exploring the possibility of filing a bankruptcy petition under either Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13 of the federal Bankruptcy Code. Our New York bankruptcy attorneys are very experienced in helping clients weigh the pros and cons of filing a bankruptcy petition and examining alternatives to bankruptcy before making a decision. Our clients are fully advised about what to expect if they should choose to file for bankruptcy. Struggling consumers and small-business owners can use a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing to liquidate debt. Chapter 13 provides a way for debtors, with significant assets to preserve, to pay debts in a manageable way under a court-approved repayment plan. Chapter 11 is generally for businesses seeking to reorganize their debt and get breathing space from creditors to allow the business to get healthy. Please read more about bankruptcy law below. Call us at 845-236-5282 to schedule a consultation.
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There were nearly 1.7 million bankruptcies filed in 2003, up 7.4% from the 1,547,669 filings in 2002. In fact, bankruptcy filings have increased nearly 100% since 1994. To help sort your way through the complicated maze of overcrowded bankruptcy courts, you need the assistance of knowledgeable legal advocates, with years of experience and demonstrated trustworthiness.
If you are experiencing financial distress — with creditors hounding you and overwhelming debts that won't go away — it may be time to consider filing for bankruptcy, or at least taking steps to head off filing for bankruptcy. Contact us now so that a Poughkeepsie bankruptcy lawyer may evaluate your financial situation. We offer a free initial consultation.
Surviving the Emotional Effects of Bankruptcy
No matter what circumstances ultimately led to filing bankruptcy, both the practical and the emotional impact on the debtor will be enormous. Confronting the emotional and psychological issues surrounding bankruptcy and reaching an understanding and acceptance of the situation are essential to rebuilding and maintaining a successful financial life. An experienced bankruptcy attorney at Genova & Malin, Attorneys at Law in Wappingers Falls, NY, can guide a debtor through the complicated legal, financial and emotional maze of bankruptcy and steer him or her in the right direction for the future.
Filing bankruptcy can, without a doubt, stir up many negative emotions. The debtor's sense of self-worth is often closely tied to his or her financial circumstances. Loss of money can be experienced as a loss of identity, self-esteem and confidence. We live in a society in which image is seemingly bought through possessions. Money can be viewed as a powerful currency not only in a purely economic sense, but also in relationships and thus a real or perceived loss of interpersonal power can ensue when bankruptcy is filed.
Understanding these emotions can help disentangle the practical realities of money from the possibly destructive or limiting emotional response to bankruptcy.
At times of significant loss, people tend to feel that their entire foundation has been shaken and that their most fundamental sense of security has been disrupted. They question their trust in themselves, in others and in the world at large. Although it may be natural for many to bury these frightening emotions, bringing core insecurities to a conscious level can actually reduce fear and the feeling of being out-of-control, which enables individuals to start tackling their situations constructively. In addition, the counsel of a seasoned bankruptcy attorney at Genova & Malin, Attorneys at Law in Wappingers Falls, NY, can see a debtor through the tough times and guide him or her to a brighter financial future.
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