Just a quick question for educational purposes. The question is can one's dad be his trustee in bankruptcy?

Actually, the Court does not appoint the Panel Trustee. The United States Trustee under the Department of Justice does that. If dad were...

If you have filed for Bankruptcy, but have not had a creditors meeting, can you withdraw or cancel your filing? For Chapter 7.

Ms. Larkin is correct. I think the question from my perspective is why do you want your case dismissed?

Can my lawyer charge an extra fee for something that he failed to do

You are blaming your attorney for your failure to list all if your creditors? A bankruptcy is supposed to give you a fresh start and a new way to...

Can I see (for certain) what debts can be discharged before declaring bankruptcy?

There are no guarantees that any of your debts will be discharged. For example, if debts were incurred based on fraud, those would not be...

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Supposedly down as authorized user on cable bill that ex husband did not pay. I am being told I am responsible for debt.

New Jersey does have the Doctrine of Necessities. But not for cable bills. It is for medical, housing, and food.

I am seeking to have my Parent Plus loan forgiven by way of Total Permanent Disability discharge. Is it possible for me?

Let's hope that all goes well with the great advise provided above. If you obtain unfavorable results, all is not lost. If you get sued in Superior...

Hi, I'm filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy tomorrow. May receive deposited birthday money in a few days?

Pursuant to section 541 of the bankruptcy code, this money belongs to you. This money is safe and the trustee cannot demand turnover of it for your...

Denied employment because of bad credit,bankruptcy or foreclosure

In the third circuit, in which New Jersey is a part, discrimination is perfectly legal by a private employer. Try looking for government work.

How to do a BK ch 7 cheap??????

Following up on another attorney's response, I never jump into a case when filed by a pro se. I insist having that case die on the vine so I have...

Can a college student declare personal bankruptcy?

I agree with Ms. Larkin.