Kern County Law Library encourages all patrons to consider a consultation with an attorney specializing in bankruptcy before making any decisions about their case.  You can visit kernbar.org and search their member directory for attorney listings.

I Am Considering Filing for Bankruptcy.
Where Do I Start?

Bankruptcy is a complicated topic, and petitioning for bankruptcy as a self-represented party can be a daunting task.  We repeat our recommendation that you begin with an attorney consultation for advice on the best path forward for you.

If you have been advised to petition for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy by an attorney and are ready to begin the process, or if you have researched independently and concluded that Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is a good fit for you, please read on.

Upsolve.org

Upsolve is a non-profit organization that offers a free tool to assist you in filing for bankruptcy, along with educational resources on debt relief.  

You can visit their web page by FOLLOWING THIS LINK (click link to access web page).

Have Questions?

Upsolve features educational and practical tools for those filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, and their staff field questions on the use of the site.  Kern County Law Library is providing this free tool as a courtesy, but all questions on site functionality/use of resources on Upsolve should be forwarded directly to Upsolve via their HELP CENTER (click link to access Upsolve Help Center).