The average Chapter 13 case results in a fee of approximately $5,000. If you own your own business then the average Chapter 13 case results in a fee of $6,200, not including a Court Filing Fee of $313.00.
The majority of consumer bankruptcies are likely to be Chapter 13 filings.
Certain extraordinary proceedings not usually or consistently encountered in consumer cases may be required in your case. No additional fee will be charged unless and until the need for the fee arises, the need is discussed with the client and the client consents.
- Costs (services provided by third parties):
- Court Mandated Pre-filing Credit Counseling Fee = $20.00 (single or couple)
- Court Mandated Financial Management Course Fee = $20.00 (single or couple done on-line) or by phone $25.00
- Tax Transcripts = $19.00 individual
- BK – Packet Service = $5.50
- Credit Report = $45.00 (single) or $90.00 (joint)
The fee for an initial consultation for a Consumer Bankruptcy case is $200.00. Payment may be made in advance by Debit Card, ACH, Wire Transfer, or, at the time of the consultation, by check or cash.
For services performed on a fixed fee basis, which include Elder Law, Probate, Estate Planning, and Consumer Bankruptcy, the consultation fee will be credited against the fixed fee upon engagement.
All consultation fees are non-refundable.