When Someone Files Bankruptcy During a Divorce

Sometimes during a divorce or custody case, a party may file for divorce. When this happens it is always wise to get a bankruptcy attorney involved as bankruptcy is a specialized area of the law. More likely than not you will probably need the assistance of a bankruptcy attorney to help get the case resolved.

Generally, bankruptcy will delay a divorce case from being completed. However, in some instances, the case can continue provided one of the parties asks the bankruptcy court to lift the automatic stay that is put in place whenever bankruptcy is filed. Nevertheless, bankruptcy will not stop someone’s child support or alimony obligation. If you are involved in a divorce or custody case, and the other side files for bankruptcy, contact me as soon as possible, so I can advise you on the next steps to take in order to bring a resolution to your case.