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Introduction to Bankruptcy Topics

The Legal Information Institute of Cornell University provides introductions to numerous bankruptcy issues such as the bankruptcy prevention and the Consumer Protection Act, the different types of bankruptcy, and debtor/creditor information. The site also includes links to additional federal statutes and regulations. 

Michigan Resources

• Michigan Compiled Laws prepared by the Michigan Legislative Council (Chapter 54A Bankruptcy)
• Delinquent Tax Collection Guidelines prepared by the Michigan Department of Treasury;  includes instructions for submitting installment agreements for delinquent taxes

Federal Statutes

• Bankruptcy Code prepared by the Legal Information Institute of Cornell University
• Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure

Federal Courts

• The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts provides links to the bankruptcy courts in each of the 94 federal judicial districts
• United States Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Michigan provides links to general information, rules, forms, trustees, and debtor education resources
• United States Bankruptcy Court Western District of Michigan includes link to information for filing bankruptcy without an attorney—the Pro-Se Debtor Guide

Bankruptcy Guides and Resources

• American Bankruptcy Institute: Consumer Education Center provides an overview of bankruptcy and frequently asked questions.
• Findlaw for the Public: Bankruptcy & Debt.  Includes information on debt relief options, bankruptcy basics, forms, and resources.
• The Virtual Chase: Legal Research Guide.  Includes links to databases to research documents and bankruptcy filings by individuals and companies.  Also includes a links to public records and journals.

Debt Management Resources

• Facts for Consumers from the Federal Trade Commission
• Also from the FTC, a Consumer Alert about “debt relief” advertisements and bankruptcy

Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act

• Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act information (MFDRA)  Information on the MFDRA from the WhiteHouse web site.
• Bankruptcy Law Network - Information on MFDRA.  More information on the MFDRA from the Bankruptcy Law Network.

Finding an Attorney

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