Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Illinois

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can only one spouse of a married couple file chapter 7?


Asked on 12/06/08, 4:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lesley Hoenig Lesley A. Hoenig, Attorney at Law

Re: bankruptcy

Yes, if only one spouse is on the debts that are desired to be discharged, then only that spouse needs to file. However, the entire household's income is still looked at for means test purposes even if you don't file jointly with your spouse.

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Answered on 12/08/08, 10:32 am


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