Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Tennessee

filing for bankruptcy individually when married

can one file for bankruptcy individually when married, if the debts were incurred prior to marriage? If no, how would that affect the spouse?


Asked on 11/11/02, 11:32 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Nichols Law Office of Andrew B. Nichols

Re: filing for bankruptcy individually when married

Yes, you can definitely file separately in chapter 7 or chapter 13. In a chapter 7 case your spouse will not be effected. In a chapter 13 in some cases, your spouse's income may be viewed as extra income that you could potentially pay back to creditors. Please feel free to call me personally to discuss your sitaution in more detail. ph. (800) 303-0720

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Answered on 11/11/02, 11:36 am


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