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Find Bankruptcy Lawyers Near You in Wilmington, DE
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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Wilmington, DE
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Showing 20 bankruptcy lawyers in Wilmington, DE
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The Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya
1202 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 271-7055 dplaw.com
Morris James LLP
3205 Ave N Blvd Suite 100, Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 888-6800 morrisjames.com
Tiffany Poole Esq
2710 Centerville Rd Ste 101, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 428-0100 pmcelaw.com
Delaware Bankruptcy Attorney
1213 N King St Suite 2, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 214-0777 delawarebankruptcyattorney.com
Poole, Mensinger, Cutrona & Ellsworth-Aults
2710 Centerville Rd Ste 101, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 428-0100 pmcelaw.com
Rahaim Saints & Walstrom, LLP
2055 Limestone Rd # 211, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 892-9200 rahaimandsaints.com
G S B B
1201 Orange St Suite 300, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 425-5800 gsbblaw.com
Vivian A. Houghton
1202 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 658-0518 dplaw.com
Wolfe & Associates
5197 W Woodmill Dr #26, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 644-1426 wolfe-associates.com
Law Office of Steven J. Stirparo
3622 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
(302) 479-9555 stirparolaw.com
Jennifer Mensinger, Esq
2710 Centerville Rd Ste 101, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 428-0100 pmcelaw.com
The Law Office of James Tobia LLC
1716 Wawaset St, Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 655-5303 tobialaw.com
Werb & Sullivan
1225 N King St Suite 600, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 652-1100 werbsullivan.com
Crabill Law, LLC
1521 Concord Pike #301, Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 476-2224 crabilllaw.com
Ceccotti & Masten
2055 Limestone Rd Suite 200-H, Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 358-2044 rmastenlaw.com
Delaware Bankruptcy Lawyer
1202 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 998-0100 delawarebankruptcylawyer.com
US Bankruptcy Court Clerk
824 N Market St # 500, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 252-2900 deb.uscourts.gov
Sullivan Hazeltine Allinson
919 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 428-8191 sha-llc.com
Hiller Law, LLC
300 Delaware Ave Suite 210, #227, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 442-7677 adamhillerlaw.com
Timothy J. Weiler Law
716 N Tatnall St, Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 658-6900 timweilerlaw.com
If you are facing overwhelming debt in Wilmington Delaware a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options. Delaware bankruptcy courts follow federal law but also apply Delaware specific exemptions such as the homestead exemption of up to 50000 in value. A local attorney can guide you through filing in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware located in Wilmington.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Wilmington Cost?
The cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer in Wilmington Delaware typically ranges from 1200 to 2500 for a Chapter 7 filing and from 2500 to 5000 for a Chapter 13 filing. Court filing fees are separate currently 338 for Chapter 7 and 313 for Chapter 13. Some lawyers offer payment plans but fees vary based on case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bankruptcy can I file in Wilmington Delaware?
In Delaware you can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy which discharges most unsecured debts or Chapter 13 bankruptcy which sets up a repayment plan over three to five years. Chapter 7 requires a means test based on Delaware median income. Chapter 13 is often used to save a home from foreclosure.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in Delaware?
A Chapter 7 case in Delaware typically takes about three to four months from filing to discharge. A Chapter 13 repayment plan lasts three to five years. The court in Wilmington processes cases efficiently but timelines depend on case complexity and creditor objections.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in Delaware?
Delaware allows you to use federal bankruptcy exemptions or state exemptions. Delaware state exemptions include up to 50000 in home equity 10000 in vehicle equity and 5000 in personal property. You must choose one set of exemptions you cannot mix federal and state rules.
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