BANKRUPTCY COUNSELING & EDUCATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!
CCCS of the Mid-Ohio Valley has been approved to provide counseling certificates in compliance with the Bankruptcy Code to service West Virginia and Southern Ohio residents. Call CCCS today to set up your appointment. 304.485.3141 or 866.481.4752. We currently offer these services at our office in Parkersburg. We will be offering the Debtor Education Course online in the near future. Check back soon for more information!
The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 took effect October 17, 2005. As required by law, consumers filing for bankruptcy must now participate in pre-filing counseling before they file for bankruptcy. Once they have filed and the bankruptcy is in the process of being completed, they are required to complete a financial education course.
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Pre-Filing Counseling
This counseling session is required by law and must be completed before filing for bankruptcy. A counselor will meet with you in a confidential setting and help you examine your financial situation. We will review your financial situation, discuss alternatives to bankruptcy, and help you create a budget. You will receive a certificate upon completion to be submitted when filing for bankruptcy. This service is currently offered individually. There is a fee for this service, but it can be waived in hardship circumstances.
Debtor Education Course
This education course is required by law and must be completed after filing for bankruptcy. This course is designed to help your understand your financial needs and avoid future problems. It will include creating a budget, managing finances, and using credit wisely. A certificate will be issued once the course is completed. This certificate must be submitted after you have filed, but before your debts have been discharged. This service is offered individually or in group settings. There is a fee for this service, but it can be waived in hardship circumstances.
ALL SESSIONS REQUIRE AN APPOINTMENT OR PRIOR REGISTRATION
To make an appointment or register, call 304.485.3141 or 866.481.4752.
More information coming soon!