Legal Definitions - bankruptcy petition preparer

A bankruptcy petition preparer is a person who helps individuals file their bankruptcy documents for a fee. They are not lawyers and cannot provide legal advice or represent debtors in court. Their job is to only type paperwork and charge a reasonable fee.

For example, if someone is struggling with debt and wants to file for bankruptcy, they may hire a bankruptcy petition preparer to help them fill out the necessary forms and documents. The preparer will charge a fee for their services, but they cannot give legal advice or represent the debtor in court.

It is important to note that bankruptcy petition preparers cannot advertise their services in a way that implies they offer legal services. If they do, they may be subject tolegal action.

If a bankruptcy petition preparer causes harm to a debtor due to negligence, intentional disregard of laws, fraud, or deceptive or unfair acts, the debtor has the right to seek compensation. This may include actual damages, service fees, and attorney's fees.