What is a Pro Se Debtor?
If you are representing yourself without the benefit of an attorney, you are known as a pro se litigant. “Pro Se” is a Latin term meaning “for yourself.” As a pro se litigant, you enjoy every right entitled to you under the law. Pro se litigants are expected to follow and abide by the rules that govern the practice of law in the Federal Courts. Pro se litigants should be familiar with the United States Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Local Rules of the Western District of Missouri.
A Pro Se debtor is a person who files bankruptcy without an attorney. A Pro Se debtor is responsible for all proceedings of his/her case. Failure to comply with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules or with court orders may result in the dismissal of the debtor’s case. It is recommended that all debtors seek legal advice before filing bankruptcy. Please view the Pro Se section on this web site. Click here.
A Pro Se debtor is a person who files bankruptcy without an attorney. A Pro Se debtor is responsible for all proceedings of his/her case. Failure to comply with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules or with court orders may result in the dismissal of the debtor’s case. It is recommended that all debtors seek legal advice before filing bankruptcy.
A Pro Se Debtor is one who files bankruptcy without an attorney. A Pro Se Debtor is responsible for all proceedings of his/her case. Failure to comply with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules or with court orders may cause dismissal of the Debtor’s case. It is recommended that all Debtors seek legal advice before filing bankruptcy.
