Vancouver Bankruptcy Attorneys

File for Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy litigation can be a stressful and complicated process involving many different state and federal laws and regulations. If you intend to file for Chapter 13, Chapter 11, or Chapter 7 bankruptcy, call the Vancouver bankruptcy attorneys at Beaty Hatch PC. Our experienced team of debt relief attorneys can help you choose the right option for your individual circumstances, and we will apply our decades of experience to your case to help you pursue the best and least costly outcome.

Being in a situation where you have debt that you cannot feasibly pay back within a reasonable amount of time can ruin your credit rating and have a severe impact on your life. Your home, car, or business may be at stake, and in this situation, bankruptcy may be your best option.

Bankruptcy for Business Owners

Hiring an attorney for bankruptcy proceedings is an important first step toward reducing your business' debts. At Beaty Hatch, we can help you choose the best option for your circumstances, taking into account the property and business involved, amounts of secured and unsecured debt, and Washington and federal laws.

Bankruptcy for Consumers

As a consumer in Washington and the Vancouver area, you normally will either file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. The first option involves liquidation of your assets; the second requires making monthly payments toward your creditors. Chapter 13 is commonly utilized by debtors with mortgages on property who have student loans or who owe taxes. Our attorneys also provide loan modification assistance to people in these circumstances. We will review your financial history and debts and help you determine the best course of action to move forward with negotiations.

Contested Bankruptcy

In most cases, the bankruptcy process enables consumers to achieve significant debt relief without going through litigation. This is as it should be, given the protections afforded to consumers and businesses under federal bankruptcy law.

Sometimes, however, disputes arise involving the trustee appointed by the bankruptcy court to oversee the bankruptcy process. Creditors can raise disputed issues as well. If that happens, litigation may be necessary to resolve the contested issues.

Our law firm can guide you in taking care of these contested issues. To discuss your consumer or business debt situation and determine if bankruptcy is the best option for your individual case, call a lawyer at Beaty Hatch for a consultation at (360) 566-6966 or fill out our web form for bankruptcy help.