What Should You Do If You Forget To List Property You Own In Your Bankruptcy Papers? First, it’s important to give your attorney a complete and accurate list of all property you own. Don’t leave anything out for any reason. Don’t assume you can leave out any property because, for example, you think it’s not really yours since your spouse bought it in her name only, or it really belongs to your grandpa, or you’re thinking of giving it to your child. When in doubt, talk to your attorney and ask if you need to list it in the bankruptcy...