If the value of the home exeeds the limit of exemption by my state (CT), can the state still seize the property?

You really need to talk to your girlfriend's mother's lawyer. You can ask the question ten different ways, but no one can give you definitive...

Can you transfer a deed after claiming chapter 7.

There are a lot of ifs in your question. Yes, it is possible that the value in the house can be exempted and kept by her mother. Most Chapter 7...

Collection on my divorce judgement in divorce decree and ex filed a chapter 13

Attorney Gambrell has done a very good job of summarizing the law. You really need to see an attorney who knows the local law and procedures. It...

Divorced in May 2011. Ex put home in foreclosure. House sold no equity--he was supposed to pay 1/2 the debt not paying at all

Attorney Gambrell has given the summary answer. Hope it helps. You don't give details about his current status and whether he might have the...

I would like to file for bankruptcy do I need a lawyer to do this for me and do I have to go to court?

sometimes it looks like filing for bankruptcy is just a matter of filing out some forms. Actually it is more complicated. Someone who understands...

Can a chapter 7 be converted to a chapter 13 if the debtor is discharged (excluding the estate) but case is not closed yet?

The two Roberts are correct. More importantly the value of your settlement and, to some extent how it is characterized, can make a difference in...

James and Robert have covered the technical issue very well. I often tell my clients that bankruptcy is a journey, not a destination. You need to...

My car was repossed about 8 years ago and I filed bankruptcy and it was discharged. I movedto Ct. From NY. I was sued.

Generally, if a creditor tries to collect on a discharged debt the first thing would be to call them with the case number and date of discharge. ...

Could our Chapter 13 case be dismissed over this?

Attorney Caldwell covered the basics. The rule that everyone should know, understand and follow is "Disclose, disclose, disclose!" Hopefully you...

Is there any way to remove my name from a co-signed student loan? Do I have any options to avoid my credit from being ruined?

I don't mean to beat on you, but one of the definitions of a cos8gnor is: " A fool with a pen." Once you signed, you became fully liable. Two...