Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Attorneys in Salt Lake City, Provo & Ogden

When is the Bankruptcy Discharged?

Most of the time, our clients’ main concerns are when their bankruptcy case will be over and when their debts will be discharged. In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case in Utah, a discharge effectively releases a debtor from his or her obligations to specific creditors named in the case – and prohibits those creditors from any continued legal action or collection efforts against the debtor. Generally speaking, this discharge occurs approximately 60 to 90 days after the first 341 meeting (meeting of creditors).

A successful discharge is precisely what our Chapter 7 clients are looking for. When they initially contact our firm and discuss their situation with a Salt Lake City bankruptcy lawyer, they are often facing overwhelming debt and therefore extremely stressful financial situations. They may feel as though they have no way out and that there is nothing they can do to find relief. A discharge in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case provides just that – relief from overwhelming debt and a fresh financial start.

The only way for a discharge to be overturned following a Chapter 7 case is if the court revokes the discharge on the grounds of misrepresentation or fraud by the creditor (such as failing to include assets or overstating/understating assets, income, debts or liabilities.) This is one of the many reasons that it is crucial to work with a lawyer when filing for bankruptcy. A skilled bankruptcy lawyer will be able to help ensure that your petition is filed properly and that all appropriate information is included, accurately, so you can avoid any confusion, the denial of your petition or the revocation of your bankruptcy discharge.

Salt Lake City Bankruptcy Lawyers

The experienced and dedicated lawyers at the Stone Law Firm are standing by to discuss your Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. We are happy to answer your questions about discharges in Chapter 7 cases and what you can expect through the entire process. When you trust a Salt Lake City bankruptcy attorney at our firm with your case, you can feel confident that you are in good hands. We represent clients throughout Salt Lake City, Provo and Ogden, Utah and offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and your options.

Contact the Stone Law Firm today!