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AIDS Law Manual: Creditors and Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
This manual is intended to be legal information, and should not be considered as legal advice. Individuals should consult with an attorney.
By: AIDS Legal Referral Panel
Approved Credit Counseling Agencies in California
(Separate Website)
By: United States Department of Justice -- U.S. Trustee Program
Banking Basics: You Can Bank On It
(Separate Website)
Bankruptcy Basics
(Separate Website)
Bankruptcy Basics is designed to provide
basic information on different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws. It also provides individuals who may be considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different chapters under which a bankruptcy case may be filed and to
answer some of the most commonly asked
questions about the bankruptcy process.
By: Administrative Offices of the United States Courts -- Bankruptcy Judges Division
Bankruptcy Forms Manual
(Separate Website)
Official bankruptcy forms and instructions
By: United States Bankruptcy Courts
Bankruptcy Frequently Asked Questions
(Separate Website)
Includes: Do I need an attorney to file bankruptcy? If I file for bankruptcy, will it stop an eviction? What are the consequences of filing for bankruptcy?
By: United States Bankruptcy Courts -- Northern District of California
Bankruptcy Pro Bono Project: A Free Public Service for People Who Have Already Filed Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
If you have filed for bankruptcy and you are not represented by an attorney, you may have legal questions regarding your bankruptcy case. Volunteer bankruptcy attorneys and law students offer free legal advice to low-income individuals throughout the Bay Area.
By: United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California
Bankruptcy Tax Guide
(Separate Website)
This publication covers the federal income tax aspects of bankruptcy filing.
By: United States Internal Revenue Service
Bankruptcy: Your Right to a Financial Fresh Start
(Separate Website)
This publication outlines new rules for filing personal bankruptcy that became effective in October 2005.
By: Consumer Action
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Korean / 한국어
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Spanish / Español
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Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy: Information About Credit Counseling and Debtor Education
(Separate Website)
By: Federal Trade Commission
Consumer Bankruptcy Counseling Information
(Separate Website)
Under federal law, you are required to obtain credit counseling from a qualified non-profit agency before filing for bankruptcy. This website will allow you to complete the counseling requirement online, and receive your certificate of completion at no charge.
By: Tides Center
Filing a Bankruptcy Case Without an Attorney (Pro Se Debtor) Information
(Separate Website)
The information contained in this page is not intended to advise you of your legal rights or responsibilities. It merely outlines certain requirements for filing documents with the court.
By: United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California
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Chinese / 中文
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Spanish / Español
Glossary of Legal Terms
(Separate Website)
A Glossary of terms from the California Courts Self-Help Center
By: Judicial Council of California
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Legal Document Assistants (LDAs)
(Separate Website)
A Legal Document Assistant is NOT a Lawyer. By law, they cannot give you legal advice or represent you in the courts in any matter. An LDA is a professional who is authorized to prepare legal documents for a client, but only at the direction of the client.
By: California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA)
Managing Debt, Facts for Consumers
(Separate Website)
Information about credit counseling, debt management plans, and debt consolidation.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Offices of U.S. Trustees
(Separate Website)
Trustees collect and disburse funds to creditors in bankruptcy cases.
By: United States Department of Justice -- U.S. Trustee Program
Overview of Bankruptcy Chapters
(Separate Website)
By: United States Department of Justice -- U.S. Trustee Program
Public Law Library of Alameda County
(Separate Website)
Open to the public, the county law library provides legal information material and resources held in its collection for your research.
By: Council of California County Law Librarians
Report Suspected Bankruptcy Fraud
(Separate Website)
To report suspected bankruptcy fraud, please prepare a written summary that contains the following information...
By: United States Department of Justice -- U.S. Trustee Program
Successful Saving and Investing
(Separate Website)
Build a nest egg and help it grow.
By: Consumer Action
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Spanish / Español
Take Charge California!
(Separate Website)
This website contains information about how to be a smart, safe, and protected consumer. Includes information on how to file complaints.
By: State of California Department of Consumer Affairs
The U.S. Trustee's Role In Consumer Bankruptcy Cases
(Separate Website)
This fact sheet describes the United States Trustee's primary responsibilities in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer bankruptcy cases.
By: United States Department of Justice -- U.S. Trustee Program
Using Credit Wisely After Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
Ten things to think about before getting a new credit card . . .
By: National Consumer Law Center
What Can A Lawyer Referral Service Do For Me?
(Separate Website)
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