Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyers
The first step to filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the Grand Canyon State is to research Arizona bankruptcy lawyers and retain one that's right for you. Whether you're looking for a Phoenix bankruptcy attorney or one outside of Phoenix, there are a number of good resources state wide.
Referral Sources for Arizona Bankruptcy Attorneys
To find a good personal bankruptcy attorney in Arizona, one of your best resources will be referrals from family, friends, or acquaintances. If that doesn't work out, you may want to contact your local county bar association or the lawyer referral service of the Arizona State Bar Association:
State Bar of Arizona
4201 N. 24th Street, Suite 200
Phoenix, Arizona 85016-6288
(602) 252-4804
(866) 482-9227 (Toll Free)
The lawyer referral service will be able to provide you with names and contact information for Arizona attorneys specializing in personal bankruptcy, but those who are also licensed members in good standing.
Free Bankruptcy Legal Advice in Arizona
Based on your income and/or other eligibility requirements, free and reduced cost bankruptcy advice and representation may also be obtained from various organizations throughout Arizona. Some of these resources include:
- Community Legal Services of Maricopa County
- Arizona Senior Citizens Law Project
- Southern Arizona Legal Aid
For more information about these and other organizations, see the State Bar of Arizona's provider directory.
Dealing with Inadequate Representation
Bankruptcy is a complex legal matter. Many people delay hiring an attorney, or even try to go through the process without one, for various reasons. However, fear of inadequate representation should not be one of those reasons.
All Arizona bankruptcy attorneys must follow the Rules of the Arizona Supreme Court, including the Rules of Professional Conduct contained in Rule 42. These ethical standards require that your attorney handle your case in a professional and competent manner.
In the unlikely event that you feel your case is not handled in an ethical manner, you do have rights. You should begin by first contacting the State Bar of Arizona (see contact information above). Specifically, you should review the State Bar's online resource pertaining to the attorney grievance procedure.
State Bar of Arizona
Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program
4201 N. 24th Street, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 340-7280
