Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Texas

chapter 7

On July 10, 1997 I had to file for Chapter 7. I may be in the unfortunate position that I may have to file for an other Chapter 7.

Can an other Chapter 7 be filed by me or an attorney on my behalf, or has not enough time gone by???

I had submited this question in the past, but the response was erased by mistake.

Thank You


Asked on 12/11/03, 8:10 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Elizabeth Schaefer SCHAEFER LAW FIRM

Re: chapter 7

You may seek relief under Chapter 7 if the previous discharge was granted under a filing commenced six years ago or longer. Please let me know if you'd like me to help.

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Answered on 12/15/03, 12:18 pm
Cheryl Rivera Smith The Smith Law Firm

Re: chapter 7

The key date is the date of the discharge. 6 years needs to have passed. Keep in mind the Bankruptcy Trustee frowns on repeat applications and you will need a good reason why you should be granted relief again.

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Answered on 12/12/03, 7:37 am
Andrew Nichols Law Office of Andrew B. Nichols

Re: chapter 7

I have a strategy that we use in situations like this. If you have only filed for bankruptcy once before than you could file another case by filing chapter 7 or (if there is an emergency) by filing chapter 13. However, you can only file a chapter 7 case 6 years after the first case was discharged. Please feel free to call me to discuss your situation in more detail. Sometimes things happen beyond your control and you are forced to seek a new start. ph. (972) 231-5500 or (800) 303-0720

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Answered on 12/12/03, 9:58 am


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