California Bankruptcy Attorney Fees

Legal fees for filing bankruptcy can vary from law firm to law firm, and bankruptcy attorney fees typically should represent the complexity of the bankruptcy petition and the the type of bankruptcy filing. While a Chapter 13 bankruptcy can run as much as $4,500 in Orange County, Ca., filing Chapter 7 can be as little as $750 for a simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Depending on the area you live in and what the going rate for bankruptcy filings is will also be a factor in what a California bankruptcy attorney charges.

For example: A bankruptcy attorney in California that files bankruptcy in Riverside County may only charge $1500.00 for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, while a bankruptcy attorney in Orange County will charge $2000.00 for the same type of bankruptcy filing. Bankruptcy attorneys in California that prepare they're own bankruptcy petition will also charge more for filing bankruptcy than a bankruptcy attorney that has a paralegal file a bankruptcy petition.

Advertising and Solicitation

Recently there has been a surge of bankruptcy filings in California, and bankruptcy attorneys are marketing heavily on the Internet, radio and Television. If you are behind on your mortgage payments and in foreclosure you might even be solicited by a bankruptcy attorney by mail. As a consumer it's important to understand what to look for when hiring a California bankruptcy attorney, and how to find a good one at a fair price.

For Example: As California bankruptcy attorneys we understand that consumers wanting to file bankruptcy are struggling financially and need our help with debt relief. We always are willing to adjust our fees for filing bankruptcy based on the clients income level and the complexity of the bankruptcy petition. While many of our clients come to us needing to file Chapter 13 to save their home from foreclosure, others are unemployed, facing a summons and just need to file a simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy. At Zhou & Chini our fees for filing bankruptcy may also be adjusted for single mothers, military personal, public servants, disabled, elderly and unemployed consumers.

Getting Competent Representation

We understand that filing bankruptcy is a hard choice for many and always offer a free initial consultation to make certain that filing bankruptcy will offer the solution our client is seeking. While we may discount our bankruptcy fees will never discount our service to our clients. Sub-standard service is a constant complaint we here from clients after bad experiences with other bankruptcy attorneys offering low rates. Consumers need to understand there's a lot of hand holding through the bankruptcy filing process, and we have a staff of legal assistants to offer them support when completing their bankruptcy questionnaire and reviewing their bankruptcy petition prior to filing. Additionally, some of these bankruptcy attorneys in California don't even show up at the 341 creditors meeting, leaving their client stranded only to get their bankruptcy dismissed by the Trustee.

Consequences of a Mishandled Bankruptcy Case

If your case is dismissed it may be 6 months until you can file bankruptcy again. If this were to happen to someone facing a foreclosure, a wage garnishment or bank levy it could cost you dearly! Just know this when hiring a bankruptcy attorney, talk directly to the attorney and make certain you're comfortable with them. Ask them questions about when they are available to you and who at the firm will be filing the bankruptcy petition. Also, make sure the fees for filing bankruptcy are all inclusive, and include their appearance at your 341 creditors meeting and cour filing fees.

If you need to file bankruptcy and are interviewing California bankruptcy attorneys then we hope you consider the attorneys at Zhou & Chini. Mr. James D. Zhou has been a California bankruptcy attorney for over 11 years and files bankruptcy in all districts. From a simple Chapter 7 filing to the most complex Chapter 11 business bankruptcy we have the experience necessary to see your bankruptcy is filed properly so you achieve the best results. With over 10 offices located throughout California the bankruptcy attorneys at the Law Offices of Zhou & Chini offer FREE consultations to all our clients. Call us at (800) 972-9600 or get more information at CaliforniaBankruptcyInformation.com.