Is there a deadline for filing for bankruptcy?

Yes, there is a deadline for filing for bankruptcy in Hawaii. Depending on the type of bankruptcy you file for, the deadline for filing can be different. For Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you must file by 4:00 p.m. Hawaiian Standard Time on the last day of the month before the one in which you wish to file. For example, if you want to file in August, the deadline is 4 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time on July 31st. If you are filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must file within 180 days of filing for a previous Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 bankruptcy. If you have never filed for bankruptcy before, the deadline is the same as for Chapter 7 bankruptcy – 4 p.m. Hawaiian Standard Time on the last day of the month before the one in which you wish to file. Finally, if you are filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, you must file within four months of the date the petition was filed. It is important to file for bankruptcy within the deadline set out by the law, or you may not be able to have your debts discharged. If you have any questions, it is best to contact an attorney to make sure you are following the right steps.

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