Bankruptcy Attorney
Financial hardship can happen to anyone.
Medical bills, job loss, divorce, or unexpected life events can quickly create debt that feels impossible to manage. If you are struggling to keep up with payments, bankruptcy may provide a legal path toward relief and a fresh start.
At Gershfeld Law Group, we help individuals and families understand their options under federal bankruptcy law and move forward with confidence.
Bankruptcy is a legal process that allows individuals or businesses to eliminate or restructure debt under federal law.
It is governed by the United States Bankruptcy Code, which provides structured protections for debtors while ensuring fair treatment of creditors.
Bankruptcy is not about failure. It is about using the law to regain financial stability.
Most individuals file under one of two chapters:
Often called “liquidation bankruptcy,” Chapter 7 may allow you to:
Many people are able to keep essential property through available exemptions.
Chapter 13 allows you to:
This option may be appropriate if you have steady income and want to protect valuable assets.
Once a bankruptcy case is filed, an “automatic stay” goes into effect.
This legal protection generally stops:
The automatic stay provides immediate breathing room while your case moves forward.
Bankruptcy may eliminate:
Some debts, such as certain taxes, student loans, and child support, may not be dischargeable.
Each situation requires careful evaluation.
Bankruptcy does impact credit, but so does unpaid debt, collections, and judgments. For many clients, bankruptcy is the first step toward rebuilding credit rather than continuing a downward spiral.
With responsible financial habits, credit recovery often begins sooner than people expect.
Bankruptcy is not the right solution for everyone.
We help you evaluate:
Our role is to provide clear, honest advice so you can make an informed decision.
We guide you through the process step by step:
No judgment. No pressure. Just practical legal guidance.
If debt feels overwhelming and collection pressure is constant, you deserve to understand your options.
Contact Gershfeld Law Group to schedule a confidential consultation and explore whether bankruptcy can provide the fresh start you need.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. In some cases, State laws may provide additional protections.
In most personal bankruptcy cases, clients keep essential property through legal exemptions.
Chapter 7 cases often resolve within several months. Chapter 13 cases involve multi-year repayment plans.
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