Chapter 13 laws in Atlanta, or for that matter, in the entire state of Georgia, are very complicated. That is the reason it is often helpful to use the services of Atlanta bankruptcy lawyers. When you choose an attorney, make sure that he/she is duly licensed, has god reputation as per Better Business Bureau, and is highly experienced in handling chapter 13 cases with a good success record. As per the Atlanta laws, this type of bankruptcy allows the debtor to continue his/her business operation and to keep most of the assets and properties while following a re-structured repayment plan as ordered by court.