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Due to the overwhelming amount of bankruptcy questions to our firm, Atkins & Markoff would like to provide some basic information via our website. This does not constitute legal advice. Our firm does not currently handle bankruptcy issues and we cannot provide legal advice via phone calls at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience; however, we hope that the information contained in the website will answer the majority of your questions. In an effort to better serve you, you may email questions regarding bankruptcy to Mike Rose. Mr. Rose is not affiliated with Atkins & Markoff; however, he is available to answer your emails. Please email your bankruptcy related questions to Mr. Rose at: mrose@coxinet.net
Oklahoma Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Oklahoma Chapter 7 bankruptcy is about starting over
financially with a clean slate. In the last few years
bankruptcy itself has lost much of its social stigma
as finance and credit in the new millennium becomes more
complicated than in previous years. Bankruptcy, particularly
Oklahoma Chapter 7, has become a far more common option
of last resort for many individuals and businesses who
find themselves imprisoned by their debts and facing
repossession, foreclosure, and legal action. Filing for
Oklahoma Chapter 7 bankruptcy cancels out many of these
outstanding debts, and prevents any agency from taking
your house, car, or other possessions by placing them
in the hands of the court.
After the court takes control of your property and protects you from further action, your case is placed in the hands of a "bankruptcy trustee", who oversees the liquidation of certain assets in order to reimburse as many creditors of secured debt as possible. Once as many creditors are compensated as possible, the rest of your debt is canceled out, allowing you to start your life over again, without the looming burden of financial insecurity and insurmountable debt.
It’s important to note that the United States Congress has recently enacted extensive changes to bankruptcy laws which affect the ability of people to receive bankruptcy protection from the courts. The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 has formulated certain steps that must be followed before bankruptcy is allowed, which could affect thousands of people suffering from financial crisis.
Bankruptcy laws are intentionally confusing and complicated, for creditors want to squeeze every penny out of you. A sympathetic and experienced bankruptcy attorney will fight on your behalf to protect all of your assets within the power of the law. Don’t risk losing more in your bankruptcy battle by misunderstanding the law. Consult one of our lawyers, and start on the path towards financial freedom today!
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Oklahoma attorneys at Atkins & Markoff have unsurpassed knowledge, experience, and success in getting the victims of injury and loss in Oklahoma the compensation they deserve. If you thave a legal question or think you may have a case contact us today.
