Attending Court will be the final step of the bankruptcy process. Before calling the Court and arranging a time and date to apply for a Bankruptcy Order you first need to weigh up the options.

Professional guidance is vital whenever your debts have grown to be so unmanageable that serious action is required. In some cases the situation isn't as bad as you believe, and an informal arrangement, such as a Debt Management Plan, may be more practical.

If personal bankruptcy is the answer you're looking for, then the appropriate documentation will eventually be filed at your local County Court.

For those living within Durham we have included the court details below. You only need to contact the court if you already have everything prepared, including your Statement of Affairs and Debtor's Petition, and you are ready to finalise the Bankruptcy Order.

To arrange a consultation you can complete this online form, and an experienced Advisor will be in touch to assess your situation and advise you accordingly.