by Vampyre Bat on September 23rd, 2007
First, it is their business and they should be paid for their skill. But, it is ILLEGAL for a lawyer to do a free bankruptcy. The lawyer MUST prove to the court, in fact provide proof of payment for services to the court before the case can go forward. Failure to do so will void the filing and subject the lawyer to penalties.
Even if a lawyer wanted to do a free bankruptcy he can't unless he is doing his own. In that case the legal fees are free but he must pay the filing fee. So, they don't just expect to be paid but their hands are tied also, they must be paid. This rule is in place to provide controls on the number of bankruptcy cases each year to prevent overload of the court, and make it harder to file. Funny how you can actually be too broke to file!
by Anonymous on September 15th, 2008
Well, according to my point of view they offer their services and they have gained knowledge and proficiency in becoming a bankruptcy lawyer that is why they expect that they should be paid but on the other hand there is one more thing that is morality and the decision should be given to right persons. Any how to find an experienced bankruptcy lawyer, the best way is to find any <a href=http://www.lawyersindemand.com/>bankruptcy law firm</a> in USA
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by Chosun One on March 31st, 2007
Because they are lawyers. They will charge you just to recommend what brand of toilet paper you should buy in the grocery store.
by steelhamster@aol.com on March 31st, 2007
I suppose if they didn't they may face bankruptcy...
by SABOTEUR on September 23rd, 2007
They know the TRUTH.
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