Are Chapter 13 341 Meetings Still Virtual in Cook County Illinois?
Virtual 341 Meetings Continue in Illinois Bankruptcy Courts If you’re preparing for your Chapter 13 bankruptcy meeting of creditors, you’ll be relieved to know that many Illinois bankruptcy courts, including those serving Cook County residents, continue to offer virtual 341 meetings as of April 2025. This shift, which began during the pandemic in March 2020, […]
Are Chicago Chapter 7 Creditors’ Meetings Held Virtually in 2026?
Your Chapter 7 Meeting of Creditors: What to Expect in Today’s Digital Age Yes, Chapter 7 creditors’ meetings in Chicago are predominantly conducted virtually via Zoom in 2026. If you’re preparing for bankruptcy and wondering whether you’ll need to travel to a courthouse or federal building for your 341 meeting, you can breathe a sigh […]
Cook County Chapter 7 Filing Costs $335: Can You Pay in Installments?
Financial Relief Within Reach: Understanding Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filing Fees The $338 Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing fee might feel like another mountain to climb when you’re already struggling financially. If you’re drowning in debt and considering bankruptcy in Illinois, you’re not alone – and you have more options than you might think. Many people don’t […]
Is $5,500 the Max Fee for Chapter 13 Lawyers in Chicago?
Yes, $5,500 Is the New Maximum "No-Look" Fee for Chapter 13 Cases in Chicago Starting June 1, 2025, the Northern District of Illinois officially set $5,500 as the maximum flat fee for Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases filed in Chicago and the surrounding areas. This represents a significant increase from previous years, reflecting both inflation and […]
How Chicago’s $15,000 Homestead Exemption Protects Chapter 13 Filers
Your Home May Be Safer Than You Think in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy If you’re facing overwhelming debt while trying to protect your Chicago home, you’re not alone. The Illinois homestead exemption provides crucial protection for Chapter 13 filers, allowing you to keep up to $15,000 in home equity safe from creditors. This protection becomes even […]