Bankruptcy in New York
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The bankruptcy system is governed by federal law. However, where you live does play a role in some aspects of bankruptcy. Here you'll find information important to filing for bankruptcy in New York, including:
- New York Bankruptcy Exemptions. Exemptions play a big role in bankruptcy -- they determine what property you keep in Chapter 7 bankruptcy and influence how much your monthly payment will be in Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
- New York Filing Information. If you file in New York, it helps to have links to your local bankruptcy courts and know which credit counseling agencies are approved by the bankruptcy trustee. In addition, you'll need to know the state median income to complete the means test (which determines eligibility for Chapter 7 bankruptcy).
Click on the article links below to find New York-specific information related to bankruptcy.
New York Bankruptcy Information
Bankruptcy is governed by Federal laws, so most of the process is the same in every state. However, the exemption amounts and other important considerations do vary by state. Here you can find the most important state based information for bankruptcy in New York.
Filing Bankruptcy in New York
Get a quick view of the most important local resources and laws in a Bankruptcy case.
Get a quick view of the most important local resources and laws in a Bankruptcy case.
New York Bankruptcy Exemptions
What property might be at risk in chapter 7 bankruptcy? You'll need to understand the exemptions available if you're considering bankruptcy in New York.
What property might be at risk in chapter 7 bankruptcy? You'll need to understand the exemptions available if you're considering bankruptcy in New York.
Nolo Bankruptcy Books
The New Bankruptcy: Will It Work for You?
Is bankruptcy the right solution for your overwhelming debts? Pick the best strategies for your situation with the information and practical suggestions in this book by best-selling author Stephen Elias.
Is bankruptcy the right solution for your overwhelming debts? Pick the best strategies for your situation with the information and practical suggestions in this book by best-selling author Stephen Elias.
How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The reliable, up-to-date information in this best-selling book will help you successfully complete your bankruptcy claim without breaking the bank.
The reliable, up-to-date information in this best-selling book will help you successfully complete your bankruptcy claim without breaking the bank.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts Over Time
This comprehensive guide explains the Chapter 13 process, from start to finish.
This comprehensive guide explains the Chapter 13 process, from start to finish.
Getting Legal Advice
If you are not ready to handle a bankruptcy case on your own, or if you need advice about filing (or not filing), you'll need to talk to an attorney.
Talk to a New York Bankruptcy Lawyer
Use this to quickly connect with several bankruptcy attorneys serving your area and find out important information about cases in your area.
Use this to quickly connect with several bankruptcy attorneys serving your area and find out important information about cases in your area.
New York Bankruptcy Lawyers
Here you can view a short list of attorneys practicing bankruptcy law in New York.
Here you can view a short list of attorneys practicing bankruptcy law in New York.
New York Bankruptcy Lawyer Directory
Browse through Nolo's New York Bankruptcy Lawyer directory and view profiles complete with fees, philosophy, locations and more.
Browse through Nolo's New York Bankruptcy Lawyer directory and view profiles complete with fees, philosophy, locations and more.
New York State Court Websites
Local bankruptcy court websites may have important local information such as rules, forms and 341 hearing schedules.
Courts in Brooklyn and Central Islip.
Courts in Buffalo and Rochester.
Courts in New York, Poughkeepsie, and White Plains.
Courts in Albany, Utica, and Syracuse.