The whole process, once your case is filed, lasts 6 months; however, during that time you only do three things. One is to see me, one or two times; two, is to provide me some paperwork, such as pay stubs and tax returns; and three, is to attend the 3-minute meeting with the bankruptcy trustee.

A normal chapter 7 bankruptcy takes about 4 months until the discharge is received. At this point, most consider the bankruptcy final. See similar questions...

In most Chapter 7 cases, the bankruptcy is discharged within 3 or 4 months. There is usually one court appearance the party must attend and a trustee is appointed to handle the matter. Once the trustee has received all of the information necessary and the 341 hearing has been conducted, the discharge can be ordered by the Court. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. See similar questions...

For Chapter 7s, once the filing is made, an "automatic stay" prevents further collection activity against you, with a few exceptions, such as child support proceedings. You will have a creditors meeting the following month, and you will get your discharge within three months of the creditors meeting. For Chapter 13s you will also be required to make payments to the Chapter 13 trustee for a minimum of three years, maximum five years, and receive your discharge upon completion of your payments. See similar questions...

A bankruptcy will normally last until the third anniversary of the bankruptcy order. During this time you cannot hold public office or be a business director and you cannot apply for credit over £250 without notifying the lender of your bankruptcy. See similar questions...

In Chapter 7 cases, the period of time between when the case is filed to receipt of the discharge order is usually about ninety days. During that period, the debtor attends the first meeting of creditors and must complete the second class required prior to discharge which is called the Personal Financial Management Course or the Financial Education Course. This class usually takes an hour to an hour and a half. See similar questions...

The fact that an individual filed bankruptcy can remain on a credit report no longer than 10 years under provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. While the information presented above is accurate as of the date of publication, it should not be cited or relied upon as legal authority. It is highly recommended that legal advice be obtained from a bankruptcy attorney . See similar questions...

A Bankruptcy may remain on your credit report for 7-10 years after your bankruptcy case is discharged. However, you may be able to get credit during that time. For a free consultation, call 312-427-7400 today to speak with an experienced Chicago bankruptcy attorney at Leeders & Associates, Ltd. for a free consultation. See similar questions...