Marshall Bankruptcy Attorney Carol Cross Stone helps Marshall residents and business owners file bankruptcy for relief from overwhelming debt. Cross Stone Law is located near Marshall in Longview. We also offer digital signings (click to sign) and virtual meetings for your convenience.
Filing bankruptcy in Marshall, Hallsville, Waskom & surrounding areas
Marshall Division – Eastern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court
If you live in Marshall, Waskom, Hallsville, or surrounding areas, bankruptcy is filed in the Marshall Division of the United States Bankruptcy Court of the Eastern District of Texas.
Where you live impacts your “means test” in bankruptcy. Specific local deductions are applied for the cost of housing in Harrison County. This may impact whether you qualify for chapter 7 bankruptcy. For Chapter 13, the local housing and utility deduction may impact the amount of your required plan payment.
Where is my bankruptcy hearing held?
In every type of bankruptcy, whether chapter 7 bankruptcy or chapter 13 bankruptcy, a 341 hearing (aka Meeting of Creditors) is held. The hearing is conducted by video using the Zoom platform. You may also come to our Longview office for the hearing. People automatically worry about any “hearing.” In a well-prepared bankruptcy, the hearing is typically short with no surprises. The US Trustee offers an educational video of a simulated 341 hearing in a Chapter 7. This hearing is also called a “Meeting of Creditors.” In 99% of the hearings, no creditors show up. All in person Court hearings for Marshall Division cases are held in Tyler, Texas at 110 North College Avenue.
Who is my Trustee?
The United States Trustee appoints a case Trustee in all Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. For Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases, the Chapter 13 Trustee is Lloyd Kraus.
Will my bankruptcy be public?
Bankruptcy records are filed in a public system called PACER. Anyone who has a PACER account can look at the public records. In addition, your bankruptcy will be reported to the credit reporting agencies.As of this writing, the Marshall News Messenger does not publish bankruptcy filings in the newspaper. Neither does the Longview Journal. Both newspapers may publish lawsuits filed and judgments entered.
Lawsuits filed in Harrison County may be viewed on line. Judgments may also be filed in the Harrison County land records.
Marshall Resources
Marshall is known for the iconic Wonderland of Lights and the beautiful, historic Harrison County Museum. Marshall is, of course, the county seat of Harrison County. Marshall is home to East Texas Baptist University, Panola College, Texas State Technical College and Wiley College.
Harrison County Appraisal District
Harrison County Judicial Records
Marshall Bankruptcy Attorney Carol Cross Stone offers a free consultation to individuals and small businesses considering bankruptcy. To learn more about your bankruptcy options in Marshall, Hallsville, Waskom and other locations in Harrison County, reach out to us today.