Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Washington

Filing Bankruptcy and an Eviction

Is it true that filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy will put a hold on an eviction? How long of a hold, and how long does it take to file bankruptcy? I'm to be in court on 02/01/06 for an eviction, and a friend advised me file bankruptcy.I also have other outstanding debts as well as this eviction. I have a 6 month old baby and I need to provide a home for us.


Asked on 1/31/06, 2:16 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Vasquez In Pacta, PLLC

Re: Filing Bankruptcy and an Eviction

Filing bankruptcy does put an eviction on hold, or any other legal action for that matter. However, under the current bankruptcy rules, you must first attend a credit counseling class prior to filing. Thus, I don't think that it is likely that you will be able to file prior to your eviction proceeding. If you would like to file for bankruptcy please contact me.

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Answered on 1/31/06, 3:03 pm


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