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Should You File for Bankruptcy or Divorce First?

If you are considering filing for both bankruptcy and divorce, it’s important to carefully consider the timing of these filings. As a general rule, bankruptcy will take precedence over a divorce. If you file for bankruptcy while going through a divorce, there’s a chance it could delay the distribution of your marital assets and debts… Read More »

Bankruptcy and Divorce: What to Know

Divorce can be an expensive process, adding to the stress you already face from its emotional impact. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy and for divorce, there are several things you should know: Don’t file for them both at the same time: It’s enough to have either a bankruptcy filing or a divorce to… Read More »

How Does Filing for Bankruptcy Affect Your Divorce?

Depending on your financial situation, it may seem like it is a sensible decision to file for bankruptcy at the same time as you file for divorce, especially if large debt was a major contributing factor to your divorce. However, these two legal processes can occasionally complicate each other when they occur at the same… Read More »