The primary location of the Colorado bankruptcy court is in Denver. The address is 721 19th Street, Denver Colorado 80202. The bankruptcy court is open 8 am – 5 pm mountain standard time. The general phone number is 720-904-7300.
The website for the Colorado bankruptcy court highly advises you to seek legal counsel when filing bankruptcy. The Colorado bankruptcy laws and court rules can be very technical and often require an attorney or lawyer with experience. Failure to retain the services of a Colorado bankruptcy attorney and lawyer can affect the success of your bankruptcy petition.
One of the first rules of filing a Colorado bankruptcy is to know and understand that deadlines are extremely important and your failure to observe these dates can greatly affect your bankruptcy filing. When you have a court date or request to submit information, please do so by the date specified. Failure to comply with deadlines can result in termination or delay of your bankruptcy petition.
How to successfully file a Colorado Bankruptcy
First, find a Colorado bankruptcy attorney or lawyer on this website and call or email their office. Set an appointment. And remember to mention this website because they will provide your initial consultation for free as a result.
After your appointment is set, the attorney or his/her assistant will email or mail you a "pre-appointment" form that will list the things you need to compile for them prior to your appointment to bring with you. This list will include a complete detail of your debts, among other information.
Also prior to your appointment, read the various articles found herein to familiarize yourself with chapter 7 bankruptcy and chapter 13 bankruptcy. Write a list of questions for the attorney. Your initial consultation is free but it only lasts approximately one hour.
If you follow these suggestions your bankruptcy appointment and case will move along more smoothly.