How do locate an attorney to help me file bankruptcy?
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There are many ways of selecting an attorney to assist in the debtor's bankruptcy proceeding. Perhaps the most familiar way is through word of mouth. In essence, what this means is personally asking friends or relatives who have hired attorneys in the past whether they would recommend that attorney.
Another method of locating a reputable bankruptcy attorney is to contact the local bar association. Often these bar associations have referral services that can help locate an attorney. These services generally require that the attorney specialize in bankruptcy and maintain malpractice insurance.
Also, organizations like the American Bankruptcy Institute and the Commercial Law League of America operate certification programs and can refer the debtor to a certified attorney in the debtor's area.
