In Miami-Dade, the United States Southern District of Florida bankruptcy courts appoint a United States Bankruptcy Court Trustee to every Bankruptcy case filing. They are heavily familiar with the bankruptcy Court laws. Their role as Bankruptcy Trustee is to oversee your bankruptcy case and report to the assigned bankruptcy Judge during your bankruptcy proceedings. Bankruptcy Judge’s heavily rely on the role of the bankruptcy trustee, which is why receiving your Bankruptcy discharge can mainly rest in the hands of the Trustee. Since Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are two different types of bankruptcy relief, the role of a Trustee is not the same for each proceeding.
A Chapter 7 Trustee must confirm your eligibility to seek Chapter 7 Bankruptcy relief and to verify the accuracy of all documents you produce to the court. More importantly, they must thoroughly examine your financial affairs to assure that none of your assets can be used to repay your creditors. Typically, you will only be permitted to keep assets which are exempt per Chapter 7 Bankruptcy statute. People who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Miami typically seek a financial fresh start by eliminating debt such as credit card debt or medical bills. In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceeding people have more to lose is these proceedings as a result of the trustee’s role in Chapter 7 cases. That’s why it is so crucial to have an experienced Bankruptcy Lawyer at your side to help you protect your interest. Being unfamiliar with the consequences of failing to secure proper legal representation in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy case to be properly protected by an experienced bankruptcy Lawyer or failing to properly follow the process, can lead you to suffer greater loss or face consequences that’s will waste your already limited resources. Some of the biggest losses when not properly protected in these proceedings are: real estate property, motor vehicles, savings, and other personal belongings of value.
Whether you have been affected by reduced income, no income at all, or unexpected expenses such as medical debt, these common life events can easily cause financial hardship. At Serrano, Farah Law, LP our Bankruptcy Lawyers in Miami work hard to provide our clients with the legal representation they need to protect their interests. We take the time to discuss your legal options and help you carefully make an informed decision that’s right for your specific situation. Our goal is to help you overcome this difficult and stressful time, by efficiently helping you gain financial stability once again.