$1,500 Attorney Fee for Simple Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Cases in Washington, D.C.

Chapter 7 bankruptcy attorney fees starting at $1,500 for eligible simple cases. Court filing fees, credit counseling fees, credit report fees, and other third-party costs are separate. Final pricing depends on case complexity.

Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy can feel stressful, but getting clear legal help should not be confusing. For many simple Chapter 7 cases in Washington, D.C., Royes Law LLC offers a base attorney fee of $1,500.

This page explains what that fee includes, who may qualify, what may cost more, and how to schedule a consultation.

What Is Included in the $1,500 Attorney Fee?

The $1,500 attorney fee is for a simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy case where the issues are straightforward and no major complications are expected.

The base fee generally includes:

• Initial case review and bankruptcy eligibility screening
• Review of your income, household size, debts, and assets
• Basic Chapter 7 means test analysis
• Preparation of your bankruptcy petition, schedules, and required court forms
• Review of required bankruptcy documents
• Filing guidance and case preparation
• Representation through the standard Chapter 7 process
• Preparation for the meeting of creditors
• Attendance at the required 341 meeting of creditors
• Basic communication about your case from filing through discharge

The goal is to help you understand the process, file correctly, and move toward a fresh financial start with clear guidance.

What Is Not Included?

The $1,500 attorney fee does not include costs paid to third parties or expenses outside the normal simple Chapter 7 process.

Not included:

• Bankruptcy court filing fee
• Required credit counseling course
• Required debtor education course
• Credit reports or document retrieval fees, if needed
• Motions, adversary proceedings, objections, or contested hearings
• Chapter 13 representation
• Emergency filings requiring expedited work
• Complex asset, business, tax, or litigation issues
• Reopening a closed bankruptcy case
• Appeals or post-discharge litigation

Before any fee agreement is signed, Royes Law LLC will explain what is included and whether your case appears to qualify for the base fee.

Who May Qualify for the Base Fee?

You may qualify for the $1,500 attorney fee if your Chapter 7 case is relatively simple.

This may include people who:

• Live in Washington, D.C. or are eligible to file in D.C.
• Have mostly credit card debt, medical bills, personal loans, repossession balances, or similar unsecured debts
• Have income that appears to fit within Chapter 7 requirements
• Do not own complicated assets
• Do not own or recently transfer valuable property
• Are not involved in major lawsuits or fraud-related debt disputes
• Do not have a complicated business or self-employment situation
• Can provide requested documents in an organized and timely way

A simple case does not mean your situation is unimportant. It simply means the legal work appears to fit within a standard Chapter 7 filing.

What Makes a Case More Expensive?

Some Chapter 7 cases require more time, review, and legal analysis. If your case has complications, the attorney fee may be higher than $1,500.

Examples of issues that may increase the fee include:

• Higher income or possible means test concerns
• Recent job changes, bonuses, overtime, or inconsistent income
• Self-employment or business ownership
• Real estate ownership
• Multiple vehicles or valuable personal property
• Recent large purchases or cash advances
• Recent payments to family members or friends
• Recent transfers of property
• Tax debt
• Domestic support obligations
• Lawsuits, garnishments, or judgments
• Prior bankruptcy filings
• Potential creditor objections
• Emergency filing needs
• Married clients filing individually where the spouse’s income must still be reviewed

If your case may require a higher fee, that will be discussed before moving forward.

How the Consultation Works

The consultation is designed to determine whether Chapter 7 is a good fit and whether your case may qualify for the base fee.

During the consultation, Royes Law LLC will typically review:

• Your household size
• Your income
• Your major monthly expenses
• The types of debt you owe
• Whether you own a home, car, or other important property
• Whether you have been sued, garnished, or contacted by collectors
• Whether you have filed bankruptcy before
• Any urgent deadlines or creditor actions

After the consultation, you should have a clearer understanding of whether Chapter 7 may be available, what information is needed next, and what the attorney fee would be for your specific case.

Why a Low Fee Does Not Mean Rushed Service

The $1,500 base fee is designed for simple Chapter 7 cases where the legal work is more predictable. It does not mean the case is rushed or handled carelessly.

Royes Law LLC keeps the process focused by:

• Screening cases before filing
• Asking the right questions early
• Using organized intake forms and document checklists
• Explaining the process in plain language
• Preparing clients before the 341 meeting
• Keeping the case centered on the client’s actual goals

A lower base fee works best when the case is straightforward and the client provides accurate information and documents on time.

How to Contact Royes Law LLC Quickly

If you are considering Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Washington, D.C., you can contact Royes Law LLC to schedule a consultation and find out whether your case may qualify for the $1,500 base attorney fee.

Royes Law LLC
Washington, D.C. Bankruptcy Attorney
Phone: (202) 521-1132
Email: aroyes@royeslaw.com
Website: www.royeslaw.com

You can also use the contact form on the website and include a short message such as:

“I am interested in the $1,500 simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy consultation.”

That will help identify your inquiry quickly and allow the office to begin the screening process.

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