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Browse bankruptcy lawyers serving Wilmington, North Carolina. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Wilmington, NC
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Showing 20 bankruptcy lawyers in Wilmington, NC
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Speaks Law Firm
902 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 807-8032 speakslaw.com
Christina Rivenbark & Associates
4009 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 251-8080 protectyourlegalrights.com
Burney & Jones
110 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-7771 dwiattorneywilmingtonnc.com
The Law Offices of Chris Vonderau, PLLC
4022 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 202-3110 chrislegal.com
Rice Law, PLLC
105 N 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-3854 ricefamilylaw.com
Gillespie & Murphy, P.A.
321 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 597-4419 lawyersforchrist.com
Mason, Mason, & Smith Attorneys at Law
514 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 444-3505 masonmasonlaw.com
Steven P Richards, Board Certified Bankruptcy Attorney
107 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 763-3832 ncbklaw.com
Gregory Kornegay, Attorney at Law
321 N Front St Suite 207, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 763-5757 myattorneygreg.com
Cape Fear Debt Relief - Attorney Richard P. Cook
7036 Wrightsville Ave #101, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 399-3458 capefeardebtrelief.com
James S. Price, Attorney at Law
5725 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 791-9422 jamespricebankruptcy.com
Block Crouch Keeter Behm & Sayed, LLP
310 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 763-2727 bcklawfirm.com
Law Office of Bradley Coxe
3907 Wrightsville Ave Suite 200, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 834-8400 wilmingtonlawyers.com
Hutchens Law Firm
1121 Military Cutoff Rd Suite P, Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 509-7480 hutchenslawfirm.com
Brock & Scott Law Office
5431 Oleander Dr #200, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 392-4988 brockandscott.com
Alley, Register & McEachern Attorneys At Law
701 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-0103 alleyregistermceachern.com
Felden & Felden PA
1213 Culbreth Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 777-5464 feldenandfelden.com
The Bankruptcy Center
4004 Oleander Dr #102, Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-6888 ncbankruptcycenter.com
Butler & Butler LLP
111 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1908 butlerbutler.com
Alley Grieg R
701 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-0103 alleyregistermceachern.com
Bankruptcy lawyers in Wilmington North Carolina help individuals and businesses navigate federal bankruptcy laws. North Carolina allows filers to use either state or federal exemptions when protecting assets. A local attorney can advise on the best option for your specific financial situation.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Wilmington Cost?
Typical costs for a bankruptcy lawyer in North Carolina range from $1,200 to $3,500 for a Chapter 7 case and $3,000 to $6,000 for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees are separate and currently $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. These fees are set by the federal courts. Many Wilmington lawyers offer payment plans. 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 are the income limits for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in North Carolina?
To qualify for Chapter 7 in North Carolina you must pass the means test which compares your income to the state median. For a single person the median income is around $55,000 as of 2024. A Wilmington lawyer can calculate if you qualify.
How long does a bankruptcy stay on my credit report in North Carolina?
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years from the filing date. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy stays for 7 years. These time limits are set by federal law and apply uniformly in North Carolina.
Can I keep my house if I file for bankruptcy in Wilmington?
North Carolina has a homestead exemption that protects up to $35,000 of equity in your home. For married couples filing jointly the exemption doubles to $70,000. If your equity is within these limits you can likely keep your home.
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