John Griffith
Graham County Attorney's Office
Safford, Arizona • Serving Graham County
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About John Griffith
John Griffith is a bankruptcy attorney at Graham County Attorney's Office based in Safford, Arizona. Bankruptcy practice in Arizona involves federal law (Title 11 of the U.S. Code) administered by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona, with state-law overlays including Arizona's homestead exemption under ARS § 33-1101 and the various property exemptions in ARS Title 33, Chapter 8. See contact details below.
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Education
- Law School: Arizona Summit Law School
Common questions about Bankruptcy in Arizona
Answered by Arizona Attorney Search Network
Will I lose my house if I file for bankruptcy in Arizona?
Probably not. Arizona's homestead exemption under ARS § 33-1101 protects up to $400,000 of equity in a primary residence (increased from $250,000 in 2022 by Proposition 209). If your equity is below the cap and you stay current on the mortgage, you generally keep the home in Chapter 7. Chapter 13 can also be used to cure mortgage arrears over the plan period.
How long does Chapter 7 bankruptcy take in Arizona?
A typical Chapter 7 case in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona resolves in 3-6 months from filing to discharge. The 341 meeting of creditors occurs about 30-45 days after filing; the discharge order issues approximately 60 days after the 341 meeting. Cases with asset-recovery, complications, or creditor objections take longer.
Will bankruptcy affect my credit forever?
No. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy generally appears on credit reports for 10 years from filing; Chapter 13 for 7 years from filing. However, the impact diminishes over time. Many filers begin rebuilding credit within 12-24 months through secured credit cards and on-time payment history. Credit scores often recover faster than the 7- or 10-year reporting period suggests.
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Graham County Attorney's Office
800 W MAIN ST
Safford, AZ 85546
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