At Saedi Law Group, we understand that bankruptcy can be a confusing and stressful process. It’s natural to have questions and concerns as your case moves through the court system. However, it’s critically important that you follow proper communication procedures—especially when it comes to how and with whom you communicate about your case.

You may never email, call, or otherwise contact the judge or trustee assigned to your case. This is not just a suggestion—it’s a rule of professional conduct and a requirement of the federal bankruptcy court system.

Judges and trustees are prohibited from engaging in private or “ex parte” communications with parties in a case. This means they cannot receive direct communication from you outside of the formal court process. Doing so undermines the integrity of the legal system and can cause significant complications for your case.

Contacting a judge or trustee directly is considered rude, unprofessional, and improper. It demonstrates a lack of understanding of court procedures and may harm how your case is viewed.

All Communication Must Go Through Your Attorney

When you retain our firm to represent you in a bankruptcy case, we become your exclusive point of contact for anything involving the court, the trustee, creditors, and all filings. As your legal counsel, we are responsible for handling all correspondence and advocating for your rights.

If you bypass us and begin submitting filings on your own, contacting the trustee, or emailing the judge:

• You may jeopardize the success of your case.
• You may confuse the court and trigger delays or errors.
• You will be breaching the attorney-client protocol—something we take very seriously.

We Reserve the Right to Withdraw

If you begin acting on your own behalf while still represented by our office—such as filing documents yourself or contacting the court directly—we reserve the right to immediately withdraw from your case.

Bankruptcy representation is a professional relationship built on trust, communication, and clear boundaries. Acting outside of this framework violates the ethical standards we are bound to follow and creates a conflict that we cannot continue to manage on your behalf.

What to Do If You Have Questions

If you’re ever unsure about something in your case or don’t understand a request from the court or trustee, COMPLETE THE FORM FOR CLIENT ASSISTANCE (ABOVE) AND WE CAN REVIEW. We are here to help. That is our role and responsibility.

Final Thoughts

We understand you want to protect yourself and your assets, and that’s exactly why you hired us. Let us do our job. By trusting your legal team and respecting court protocol, you help ensure your case moves forward smoothly and professionally.

If you are in an active Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, you are required to provide our office with a copy of your filed tax return every year. This is not optional—it is a legal requirement under the Bankruptcy Code.

The Chapter 13 trustee must review your tax returns annually to determine whether your income has significantly changed and to ensure you are still complying with the terms of your repayment plan.

In some cases, changes in income may result in a required adjustment to your plan payments. Failing to submit your tax return can lead to delays, motions to dismiss your case, or other negative consequences. To keep your case in good standing and avoid unnecessary complications, please make sure to send us a full copy of your filed tax return as soon as it is available each year.

To ensure that every client receives the attention they deserve, all calls with attorneys or staff at Saedi Law Group must be scheduled in advance through our online booking system. Use the CLIENT ASSISTANCE FORM located above to make any request.   Please do not send emails simply stating “call me.”

Our team may be assisting other clients, in court, or working on time-sensitive matters, and we cannot accommodate unscheduled calls. By using our online form we can review your matter and ensure the correct person is assigned to assist you. This policy allows us to serve all our clients more efficiently and respectfully.

If you and your spouse decide to divorce while in an active joint bankruptcy case, you must notify our office immediately. Divorce has significant legal and financial implications that can directly affect your bankruptcy plan. If your divorce is not uncontested, meaning there are disagreements over assets, debts, or other issues, our firm can no longer ethically represent either of you.

In that situation, both spouses will need to obtain separate bankruptcy counsel to continue with the case. This is required under legal ethics rules, as we cannot advocate for one spouse against the other in a potential conflict. Promptly informing us of a divorce allows us to take the proper steps to protect your interests and guide you through next actions without putting your case at risk.

If the divorce is uncontested then we will still need each party to sign a divorce waiver in regards to continuing to represent each party in the bankruptcy case.

If your income changes significantly during your bankruptcy case—whether due to a raise, new job, loss of income, or if you get married and now have an additional source of household income—you are legally required to notify our office immediately.

The Bankruptcy Code requires you to keep the court informed of any material changes to your financial situation. These changes may impact your repayment plan and your eligibility for continued protection under the bankruptcy laws.

Failing to disclose this information can result in serious consequences, including the potential dismissal of your case for non-compliance. Keeping us informed allows us to update the court properly, adjust your plan if necessary, and protect the integrity of your case.