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Author:		Greg M.
Date:		July 29, 1999
Question:		Is there a statute of limitations on how long an undischarged bankrupt lasts. i.e. If a person declared bankruptcy 20 years ago but was never discharged, are they still liable. If so, what can they do to achieve a discharge?
From:		Shane Brenneis, Collins Barrow Limited
Date:		August 12, 1999
Answer:		If a person never obtained their discharge from bankruptcy then they are still in bankruptcy and their creditors could still legally pursue them. To obtain a discharge you need to either contact your original Trustee and see if they will reopen their file, contact a lawyer, or do it yourself. The process involves obtaining a court date and then notifying your creditors and the Trustee. The court will need up to date financial information in the form of an affidavit. Shane Brenneis phone: (403) 298-1575 sbrenneis@collinsbarrow.com