Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Georgia

Can bankruptcy be done across state lines?

I have to file for bankruptcy. I will not be living in Georgia when I do this. Can the proceedings be done either online or (in this case) from Tennessee? If so, is there a way for me to file for divorce at the same time? At least with the same attorney?


Asked on 7/16/04, 4:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Can bankruptcy be done across state lines?

Bankruptcies are usually filed in the state and district where you have lived for the past 180 days, or a majority of those. So if you're here now, you could file now and move after. You would need to come back for a court hearing.

Divorce is again determined by residency. If you're still a Georgia resident you could file here. Some counties do that with no court appearance.

To find out more on either, call me at 404-768-3509. If you're in metro Atlanta we can probably assist you. My website www.glenashman.com has more information.

Glen Ashman

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Answered on 7/16/04, 4:24 pm


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