Chapter 7
Chapter 7 provides for "liquidation" - the sale of a debtor's nonexempt property and the distribution of the proceeds to creditors. The goal is to leave your debts behind at the end of this process.
Federal & State Tax Defense
We can help you decide if bankruptcy is right for your situation.
If you're facing an audit or owe the IRS taxes, you'll want Utah's tax law experts on your side. Michelle Turpin PC has been helping taxpayers throughout the nation for more than 30 years. With offices serving the Greater Salt Lake City, Utah area one of her tax attorneys can meet with you to discuss your tax situation and help you find the tax assistance you need. We pride ourselves on offering personalized service and experienced representation to ensure your rights and assets are protected when dealing with the IRS. Reach out today to schedule a consultation.
Chapter 7 provides for "liquidation" - the sale of a debtor's nonexempt property and the distribution of the proceeds to creditors. The goal is to leave your debts behind at the end of this process.
A chapter 13 bankruptcy is called a wage earner's plan. It enables individuals with regular income to develop a plan to repay all or part of their debts. Under this chapter, debtors propose a repayment plan to make installments to creditors over three to five years.
Chapter 11 generally provides for a business reorganization. A chapter 11 debtor proposes a plan of reorganization to keep its business alive and pay creditors over time.
Unfortunately, none of these options are as simple as they sound. Bankruptcy law is complicated. The choice to file bankruptcy, the choice of which type of bankruptcy you can and should file, the choice of how to proceed once you file, all require a deep understanding of the law. With decades of experience, we can help you make the right choices.
Did you know that some taxes can be discharged in bankruptcy? Many people, including attorneys mistakenly think that bankruptcy does not apply to taxes. While our bankruptcy practice is not exclusive to taxes, as a tax and bankruptcy law firm we have special expertise to apply in bankruptcy cases, in which taxes are an issue. There are several types of bankruptcy. If bankruptcy is the right choice for you, it is important to have competent advice to help select the type of bankruptcy most helpful to you and your unique circumstances.
Our attorneys are highly experienced and knowledgeable of all areas of tax law. They have dealt with nearly every kind of tax situation imaginable, and they will be able to help you navigate the complex world of tax law as you try to deal with the IRS and other agencies.

Michelle helped me with a tax problem that seemed overwhelming and difficult, and I was very impressed with her professionalism, understanding, and ability to manage the IRS successfully on my behalf
Cheryl Kehl
Reach out today to schedule a consultation. Our attorneys serve Salt Lake City and all of Utah.
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4764 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
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162 N. 400 E St., Suite a-204
St. George, UT 84770
Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 Small Business Bankruptcy representation for Salt Lake City and all of Utah.