How can I eliminate unsecured priority debts?

There is no way to eliminate unsecured priority debts through a bankruptcy debt discharge. These are issues that are exempt from the process, meaning that the debtor will still have to pay them. It's not a good idea to file for bankruptcy for the sole purpose of trying to get rid of these types of debts. Child support, alimony, and certain taxes will still have to be paid no matter what.

Making it Easier to Pay Unsecured Priority Claims

Bankruptcy is an option when the debtor is barely staying ahead of their debts and paying on issues like taxes or child support. The unsecured debts such as credit cards will be eliminated, secured debts can be renegotiated, leaving the priority claims intact. Not having a large debt load on top of everything else will make it easier to pay the support or taxes and have money left over every month. There's also the additional benefit that some taxes can be erased in bankruptcy, leaving a smaller balance to pay off.

Get Legal Advice

This type of a situation is best served by having a conversation with a bankruptcy lawyer. Each situation is unique meaning that one answer does not fit all. Hiring a lawyer to file bankruptcy will avoid a lot of unpleasantness that may arise in the future for these issues.