Are You Thinking of Filing for Bankruptcy?
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The Bankruptcy Clinic provides free information to people who are thinking about filing for bankruptcy.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Bankruptcy Information for Consumers Detailed Information on Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
By: Oregon State Bar
Debts & Bankruptcy Information
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Information from the Oregon State Bar's Tel-Law Program on debts and bankruptcy topics including Debtors' Rights, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Equal Credit Opportunity, and Liens.
By: Oregon State Bar
Frequently Asked Questions About Bankruptcy
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Information about bankruptcy and about procedures used in Bankruptcy Court in Oregon.
By: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Oregon
Understanding Bankruptcy
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Basic information about bankruptcy.
By: Oregon State Bar
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When You are Considering Bankruptcy
An excerpt from the Unpaid Consumer Bills booklet.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Your Legal Rights During & After Bankruptcy
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Basic explanations about bankruptcy, including the option of excluding a debt from bankruptcy through "reaffirmation."
By: National Consumer Law Center
US Courts Bankruptcy Basics
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A new US Courts site with videos that provide individuals who may be considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different chapters under which a bankruptcy case may be filed and answer some of the most commonly asked questions about the bankruptcy process.
By: United States Courts
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Bankruptcy Court - Contact Information
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The Oregon Bankruptcy Court can send you a packet of information including advice on how to get forms, and instructions for filing. Get recorded information at: Portland: (503) 326-2231, ext. 0, Eugene: (541) 465-6448, ext. 0.
By: Federal Bankruptcy Court
Unpaid Consumer Bills A booklet that provides information about unpaid consumer bills in Oregon. Topics include: Collection Agencies, Repossessions, The Creditor Takes You to Court, Collection of Judgments, Garnishments, Considering Bankruptcy, and Filing a Challenge to Garnishment.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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