What documents will I need to file for bankruptcy?
The following documents are required in order to file Bankruptcy:
- 6 months of paystubs for you and your spouse, even if your spouse is not filing
- Last 4 years of federal and state tax returns (Note: For a Chapter 7, only the most recent year is required). If returns are not available, transcripts should be ordered from the IRS and State Comptroller
- Award letters for any Social Security, Pension, Retirement and Disability income. Prior year 1099s will not be accepted. Information on ordering a Social Security benefit award letter is available at Social Security Administration
- If you are self-employed, profit-and-loss statements covering the previous 3 months. Here's a sample profit-and-loss statement sample profit-and-loss statement
- Recent bank statement for all bank accounts
- Certificate of completion of a credit counseling course. This required, 1.5 hour online course is available at www.DebtorCC.org
- Completed questionnaire provided by attorney
- Driver's License and Social Security Card. Replacement Social Security cards can be requested at Social Security Administration