When a person or business is completely overwhelmed by financial obligation and can no longer meet them - often by no fault of their own - the law provides that they can find a way out through bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy is governed by federal law. Bankruptcy matters are heard in a federal court. Different types of bankruptcy include Chapter 13 debt repayment plans, Chapter 7 debt discharge plans, or Chapter 11 reorganization plans.
A Lafayette Parish, Louisiana bankruptcy lawyer can help his or her client navigate this difficult legal proceeding.
NACBA serves the needs of consumer bankruptcy attorneys and works to protect the rights of consumer debtors.
Lawyer Referral Service in Lafeyetta Parish, LA - The Lafeyetta Parish Bar Association (LPBA) sponsors a Lawyer Referral and Information Service (LRIS) in Lafayette, LA. The purpose of the LPBA LRIS is to administer a coordinated system to help individuals and businesses find a local attorney with experience in the needed practice area. In exchange for a $25 initial consultation fee, you can schedule a 30 minute office consultation to meet with the attorney to discuss the case and the attorney fees needed for additional services beyond the consultation. The $25 consultation fee is waived personal injury, workers' compensation, or social security cases.