Bankruptcy attorneys will collect all money due to them prior to them filing the bankruptcy case in court because uncollected fees will be discharged. If you're talking about unpaid attorney's fees for other legal matters, they will be discharged, unless the attorney has had you sign a lien on real estate or other collateral which has been perfected as required by state law.
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Court Fees: $299 Pre Filing Education: $65 Attorneys or Bankruptcy Petition Preparers: anywhere from $100-3000
AnswerAttorneys fees do not receive any special treatment and are dischargeable in bankruptcy. They may receive special treatment where they were awarded as part of a divorce or separation agreement. If the attorneys fees are found to be in the nature of a support obligation then they will not be discharged as part of the bankruptcy.
The cost of filing for bankruptcy varies significantly depending on the type of bankruptcy and the complexity of the case. For Chapter 7 bankruptcy, court filing fees are typically around $335, while Chapter 13 fees are about $310. Additionally, legal fees can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the attorney's rates and the case's complexity. It's important to consider both court fees and potential legal fees when budgeting for bankruptcy.
Most attorneys will not charge you for preliminary questions associated with a possible bankruptcy. During this initial phone call, a good attorney will be able to identify whether you qualify for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy, and many offer a free in-office consultation before proceeding with any fees.
Administration costs, which generally include the legal fees of those involved are of the highest payment priority. Being "administratively" bankrupt is one way to assure the case is resolved real quick!
According to the allegations underlying the class action complaint, plaintiffs have home loans that are held or serviced by Wells Fargo Bank, and they allege that the Bank charged, or charged and collected, unreasonable and unapproved post-petition professional fees and costs during the pendency of their bankruptcies. A Id., at 2. The fees and costs challenged by the class action " which include such things as bankruptcy attorneys fees, recording fees, notification fees, title search fees, document fees, and property inspection fees
Can be renegociated after the case is over.
They might, but it would do them no good as long as your bankruptcy goes through to discharge. If they were listed as a creditor on your bankruptcy, the automatic stay prevents them from pursuing you for the debt, or late fees and monthly fees related to the debt. However, if your case is dismissed for some reason before a discharge is granted (because, for example, you fail to show up at the meeting of creditors), none of your creditors will go away, and all late fees and monthly fees will continue to accrue.
Motions to reopen bankruptcy cases shall be accompanied with the payment of any prescribed filing fees. Payment of the filing fee to reopen a bankruptcy case filed by the trustee due to the discovery of additional assets in the estate shall be payable at the time the motion to reopen is filed.