10 QUESTIONS TO ASK WHILE HIRING BANKRUPTCY PARALEGAL SERVICES

To file for Bankruptcy, finding the right bankruptcy paralegal services is always confusing and difficult. But we at GSB LPO Services have the solution to this problem as we offer free consultation to make sure that our clients gains trust and see our paralegals as the good fit for their needs.

Our Bankruptcy paralegals prepare legal documents and conduct research related to bankruptcy cases to assist lawyers. They interview clients, review bankruptcy claims and draft the documents accordingly related to bankruptcy. When such process is completed the legal documents is to be filed at the bankruptcy court.

Here are few questions that a client may ask the potential Bankruptcy paralegals  to get the most out of the consultation and decide whether or not the paralegals aid their needs:

  1. WHETHER FILING FOR BANKRUPTCY IS A GOOD IDEA?
  • A skilled paralegal will be able to recommend one or more specific courses of action to the client based on the situation and make sure that the bankruptcy procedures are clearly explained to the client. Area of focus must be Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. The paralegals should be able to differentiate and help in understanding their differences; they should provide a convincing, understandable rationale for any recommendations offered by them.
  1. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF FILING A BANKRUPTCY?
  • A skilled paralegal will provide a realistic picture of the advantages and disadvantages if the clients files for bankruptcy. They should be able to identify any debts that are pending and focus on the implications of filing the case under section 7 versus chapter 13 either for short- term or long term.
  1. HOW EXPERIENCED IS THE BANKRUPTCY PARALEGAL?
  • A skilled paralegal must have experience of not less than three years of practice and expertise in bankruptcy laws. As, bankruptcy laws are complex and constantly changing, paralegals must stay updated and must have great knowledge in state and federal bankruptcy laws.
  1. WHAT INFORMATION SHOULD BE ASKED BY THE PARALEGALS TO GET STARTED ON THE CLIENT’S CASE?
  • A skilled paralegal will ask for specific information and documents before starting the bankruptcy process and will provide a detailed list of things required to file for bankruptcy in writing to keep a check that everything is available at the time of the case proceeding so that there is no dismissal at the bankruptcy court.
  1. HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE BANKRUPTCY PARALEGALS?
  • A skilled paralegal will ensure to reduce the stress of filing bankruptcy, by communicating via email, phone, meet in person etc. the idea of communication should be brought in advance to avoid any miscommunication.
  1. WHO WILL ATTEND THE COURT WITH THE CLIENT?
  • A skilled paralegal work is to prepare the documents at its best for the client’s bankruptcy case. As to the matter of appearing in court, it is stressful aspect in terms of bankruptcy therefore; in this situation an attorney specialized in bankruptcy is a perfect idea. As having an attorney will be more helpful for your case opposed to paralegal or associates.
  1. WHETHER A WRITTEN FEE STATEMENT WILL BE ISSUED?
  • A skilled attorney must say yes to this question as never rely on oral agreements while hiring a bankruptcy paralegal as the aftermath may be severe. Therefore, to protect both the client and the paralegal, a formal agreement must be prepared mentioning the amount that is to be paid by the client, what services will be provide to the client all this must be in written foam and signed by the client and the attorney and a copy must be given to the client.
  1. WHETHER THE PARALEGAL CAN BE TRUSTED WITH THE CLIENTS INFORMATION?
  • A skilled paralegal will make thier client comfortable by providing a carefree environment to bring out the clients problem, the paralegal will empathize with the client’s needs in the bankruptcy case and will complete the documentation before the deadline.
  1. HOW IS GSB LPO SERVICES DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PARALEGAL SERVICE PROVIDER?
  • This is a deal breaker question, we at GSB LPO SERVICES aims to provide the best service to our clients. An average paralegal does not look for opportunities whereas our paralegal digs out opportunities for our clients as they have knowledge and services to capitalize on critical situations. At GSB LPO Services, we provide free consultation after which our paralegals prepare, and review the documents that is to be filed at the bankruptcy court under the 341 meeting of creditors and handle post- petition court proceedings and documents which will be carried out by the bankruptcy firm. But we at GSB LPO SERVICES provide such services to be able to incorporate in any of the following cases:
  1. Tax analysis and assets protection.
  2. Credit repair and planning education.
  3. Auto and home evaluations.
  4. Short sale and loan modification.
  5. HOW MUCH WILL A BANKRUPTCY PARALEGAL SERVICE COST?
  • A skilled paralegal fee varies depending on the case and how experienced the paralegal is, the paralegal fees must include the time taken to prepare the document and preparing such document chronologically as it will be filed at the bankruptcy court. Note that to save some money and hiring an inexperienced paralegal will bring risk to the case resulting in the delay or rejection of the case making the client end up in owing more to the creditors. The client must be kept aware of the paralegal fees, additional costs, any unforeseen expenses etc.

We hope we were helpful with the following tips and have provided assistance to help you find a good bankruptcy paralegal. We hope that the above-mentioned brief introduction about our firm has gained your eye, should you have any questions our offices are always open for you. Please feel free to contact us.

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