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Browse bankruptcy lawyers serving Hackettstown, New Jersey. Contact information and addresses listed below.
2 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hackettstown, NJ
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Showing 2 bankruptcy lawyers in Hackettstown, NJ
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Lavery & Sirkis
699 Washington St Suite 103, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
(908) 850-6161 joanlaverylaw.com
Jonathan Stone ESQ CPA MST LLC
490 Schooleys Mountain Rd Building 3A, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
(908) 979-9919 jonstonelaw.com
If you are facing overwhelming debt in Hackettstown New Jersey a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options under federal law. New Jersey residents may file in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey which has a division in Newark. A local attorney can guide you through the means test and exemptions available under New Jersey state law.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Hackettstown Cost?
The cost of hiring a bankruptcy lawyer in New Jersey varies by case complexity and location. For a simple Chapter 7 filing attorney fees typically range from 1200 to 2500 plus the court filing fee of 338. Chapter 13 cases often cost 3000 to 5000 with a court fee of 313. These amounts do not include credit counseling or debtor education course fees. This is general information and 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 Hackettstown New Jersey?
Individuals in Hackettstown typically file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 involves liquidating non-exempt assets to pay creditors while Chapter 13 allows you to reorganize debt into a 3 to 5 year repayment plan. New Jersey law determines which property you can keep under state exemptions.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in New Jersey?
A Chapter 7 case in New Jersey usually takes 3 to 6 months from filing to discharge. Chapter 13 cases last the length of the repayment plan typically 3 to 5 years. The court requires credit counseling before filing and a debtor education course after filing.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in New Jersey?
New Jersey allows you to use state exemptions to protect certain property such as your home up to a specific equity limit and a vehicle up to a certain value. You can also keep household goods and retirement accounts. A lawyer can help you apply these exemptions to your specific situation.
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