Finances a Mess?
Should I file for Bankruptcy in Massachusetts? What is Bankruptcy? Generally speaking, bankruptcy is a way to accomplish one of...
How Long Does Bankruptcy Take in Massachusetts? (2026 Guide)
Learn the step-by-step bankruptcy timeline in Massachusetts. Chapter 7 typically concludes in about 90 days. Chapter 13 takes 3 to 5 years depending on your income. Attorney Richard Gaudet explains what to expect at each stage.
Is Bankruptcy the Best Choice for a Massachusetts Resident?
If you live in Massachusetts, and you are considering filing for bankruptcy, the most difficult choice that you face is...
What Property is Exempt in a Massachusetts Bankruptcy?
Exempt property is property which is not part of the bankruptcy estate. In other words, once you have filed for...
How Does Bankruptcy Affect Foreclosure in Massachusetts?
Prior to Bankruptcy Through the use of the acceleration clause located in your mortgage agreement a bank or lender may...
When Debt Becomes Overwhelming…Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
What is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Chapter 13 is a type of bankruptcy that allows an individual to enter into a...
Can Bankruptcy Stop Foreclosure in Massachusetts?
The automatic stay, an effective ban on a lender’s ability to proceed with foreclosure on a home, is started the...
Tailspin? Debt Anxiety? Massachusetts Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Solutions
Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Massachusetts is a complex endeavor, requiring the skills of a competent attorney…
Your Responsibilities When Filing for Bankruptcy in Massachusetts
When filing for bankruptcy in Chapter 7, 11 or 13 in Massachusetts, there a number of responsibilities that the petitioner...
Massachusetts Chapter 7 Means Test in Bankruptcy
Think of the bankruptcy means test as the filter through which all petitioners in bankruptcy in Massachusetts who seek to...