08/20/2026
At The Bankruptcy Firm, we know that divorce or separation doesn’t just change your relationship status, it can also change nearly every part of your financial life.
Two incomes become one, a single household becomes two, plus legal fees, moving costs, support obligations, and debts that were once managed together can all quickly become overwhelming—especially when credit cards, medical bills or past-due payments are also involved.
So if you’re struggling financially after a divorce or separation, know that bankruptcy may provide a path forward by eliminating certain debts, stopping collection efforts, or creating a more manageable repayment plan.
We know it won’t solve every financial issue—and obligations such as child support and alimony generally cannot be discharged—but it may help you regain control and begin rebuilding.
Because when you’re already starting a new chapter in your life. You shouldn’t have to carry every debt from the last one into it.