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Credit Counseling

Michigan Attorneys Employing the New Bankruptcy Laws

October 2005 brought reforms to the federal bankruptcy code through the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA). Though some legal firms find it difficult to adjust, the Michigan law offices of William C. Babut, P.C. believes these changes to be user-friendly. Personal bankruptcy, especially Chapter 7, is alive and well. Contact us for a free consultation.

Approved Credit Counseling is Required for Bankruptcy

The new bankruptcy laws include two major components: required means testing and required credit counseling. The means test is administered by a qualified bankruptcy attorney and determines whether families are eligible to file for Chapter 7 or for Chapter 13.The required credit counseling goes beyond the run-of-the-mill agencies that prolong the inevitable through debt consolidation or lowered interest rates.

Under the new laws, people considering bankruptcy must meet with an approved national credit counseling agency prior to filing. When the bankruptcy law firm has received a copy of the certificate of completion for the counseling, then the attorney may proceed with filing. Post filing, debtors must complete an additional counseling requirement covering topics such as responsible borrowing, budgeting and improving credit reports.

Streamlining the Credit Counseling Process

At the law offices of William C. Babut, P.C., we are associated with a professional and reputable national credit counseling agency. We will provide you with our billing code. The counseling agency will then send your certificates of completion directly to us to expedite your filing process.

Since 1991, our attorneys have helped more than 25,000 families find debt relief through personal bankruptcy. With over 50 years of combined experience and an annual regimen of continuing education, our lawyers stay current with the bankruptcy code requirements.

Contact Us for a Complimentary Consultation

If you are experiencing financial hardship and need the legal advice and representation of an experienced bankruptcy lawyer, please contact the law offices of William C. Babut, P.C. to arrange for a free initial consultation. With four locations in southeast Michigan, we provide quality legal services at affordable price. Contact us by calling 1-800-209-1717 or (734) 485-7000 or by sending an e-mail message.

Questions? Call today! 1-800-209-1717 or (734) 485-7000

With offices in Ypsilanti, Taylor, Jackson and Adrian, Michigan, the Law Offices of William C. Babut, P.C., represent clients in Southeast Michigan including Detroit, Ann Arbor, Allen Park, Albion, Lincoln Park, Brighton, Howell, Saline, Monroe, Blissfield, Romulus, Southgate, Wyandotte, Livonia, Dearborn, Westland, Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Warren, Sterling Heights, Roseville, Eastpointe, Battle Creek, Oak Park, Hillsdale, Inkster, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Whitmore Lake, Plymouth, Farmington, Trenton, Flat Rock, Tecumseh, Clinton, Chelsea, Novi, Garden City, Westland, Northville, South Lyon, Milan, Brooklyn, Melvyndale, Ecorse, Belleville, Canton, Wayne County, Ingham County, Washtenaw County, Jackson County, Lenawee County, Monroe County, Macomb County, Livingston County, Shiawassee County, Clinton County, Eaton County, Calhoun County, Branch County, Hillsdale County.