What type of lawyer do we need and in which state?

Due to the fact that you have lived in Delaware for the past 3+ years, you would be well suited to speak to a debt relief attorney there.

If if you are in a lawsuit and the other part wins but you have no assets, no income, what happens?

As my colleagues have said, a judgment can last quite a long time. In Massachusetts for example, once you obtain an execution on the judgment you...

Bankruptcy Court

Do you have specific questions about Creditor rights and what you need to do in order to recieve anything out of the bankruptcy estate?

AZ -on fixed income, house paid, too much on credit card debt. File bankruptcy or do reverse mortgage? Can creditor put lien?

As my two colleagues have already stated, a good attorney needs more information to properly provide the required analysis of your mother's...

If I received a sum-100, do I have to respond to avoid garnishment of my wages?

Since there is presumably a judgement against you, even if you file bankruptcy, the court still needs to be made aware of the fact that your case...

Will I have to pay the full 26k or will I be able to settle for less? And where can I find a lawyer to help?

Often times, you will be able to settle your claim, if the Plaintiff believes it is in their interest and they are not likely to get much from you,...

Typically, at the Meeting of Creditors, the Trustee will only allow the hearing to go so far, as time is an issue. The Creditor has the right...

You raise a very interesting question. Student loan debt is considered non dischargeable unsecured debt. However, if the debt you owe is not for...

Am I allowed to get a secured credit card two years after a chapter 13 BK?

Yes, as any debt incured would be pre-paid. However, the Trustee may have an issue only if there is a question as to where the additional...

Filed chapter 13 then converted to chapter 7 as advised by our lawyer but it was dismissed due to income.

As long as your case was not dismissed due to failure to comply with a court order you can file anytime. If it was dismissed with prejudice, you...