An individual receives a discharge for most of his or her debts in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case. A creditor may no longer initiate or continue any legal or other action against the debtor to collect a discharged …

Contains a list of all required documents and deadlines to meet Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing requirements.

This Chapter 7 Petition Package includes the basic information and forms required for individuals to file a voluntary chapter 7 bankruptcy case in the Western District of Washington.

A Chapter 7 case begins with the filing of a petition. Generally, the petition must be filed with the bankruptcy court located in the federal district where the debtor lives.

Chapter 7 Filing Requirements All petitions and schedules must be accompanied by the filing fee, or individual debtors may file an application to pay the filing fee in installments ($100 first installment …

The filing of a bankruptcy case requires a voluntary petition, the filing of schedules listing the debtor’s property and debts, a statement of financial affairs, a statement of “current monthly income” by all …

Any person (including a corporation or partnership) may file a Chapter 7, with the exception of railroads, insurance companies, banks, savings and loan associations or similar institutions.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE A CHAPTER 7 CASE: The chapter of the Bankruptcy Code providing for liquidation because non-exempt assets are taken from the debtor and sold with the proceeds …

See Bankruptcy Forms for Individuals for information on completing certain forms. t and all schedules and statements as attachments. For assistance, see the Filing Guidance

Individual debtors in chapter 7 cases who meet certain financial requirements may apply for a waiver of the filing and certain other fees by filing Official Bankruptcy Form 103B “ Application to Have the …