Hi, I am retired, 70+, and have too much Credit card debt. Can I protect funds in my trust if I settle or file for bankruptcy?
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Answered on December 01, 2023
You should definitely consult with a very experienced bankruptcy lawyer in your state. The problem is that you transferred money into a trust very...
Can I add a car
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Answered on December 01, 2023
I also agree. If you incurred the debt AFTER you filed your bankruptcy, the debt can not be discharged. If you incurred the debt then filed the...
I filed Chapter 7 years ago and I will be winning a large settlement soon.... How will my bankruptcy affect my settlement?
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Answered on December 01, 2023
It is very important that you call your bankruptcy attorney. If you had any claim at the time you filed your bankruptcy you must report it to your...
Is there a timeline on me suing my bankruptcy attorney for mishandling my case?
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Answered on March 16, 2023
Generally speaking I never recommend that a client reaffirm any loan. You can keep the property by making the payments in a timely manner and...
Can my boyfriend keep his car if I am the primary owner and he is secondary?
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Answered on March 16, 2023
Usually, if you and your boyfriend are both on the title to the car then you are both owners of the vehicle and you are entitled to 50% of the...
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy retainer question?
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Answered on March 16, 2023
It looks like a very standard fee agreement and the hourly rate seems reasonable for ADDITIONAL work. Typically extra charges are due to a...
I have credit card debt that I can’t afford to pay, will I be able to file bankruptcy?
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Answered on February 16, 2023
If you only have one debt and it is less than $10,000.00 then you may want to speak to a bankruptcy attorney who also does debt settlement. Debt...
Roommate broke lease, and now refusing to pay anything. I plan to take her to court, but now she is threatening bankruptcy?
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Answered on February 16, 2023
Many people threaten to file bankruptcy and never do. If your former roommate does not have any other real debts then it would be unlikely that a...
Casino winnings after 341 meeting? chapter 7
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Answered on February 16, 2023
Your winnings should not be part of the bankruptcy estate and therefore you do not have to report it to the trustee. If you had won a lottery...
If a chapter 7 Trustee learns of debtor fraud after a discharge order, can Trustee get the discharge order set aside?
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Answered on December 14, 2022
I would immediately call the chapter 7 trustee and the United States Trustee's office and inform them. I would make sure you have some...