Hello. I grew up in Somers Point and maintain an office in Linwood. I think you are framing your question in the wrong way; it is not a question...

No offense to Mr. Cohen, but his answer is off the mark. Whether a child remains within the "sphere of influence" of a parent is a legal term of...

Bankruptcy and buying a car

First, I doubt your case was "dismissed." Instead, it was probably "closed without a discharge." You are correct that you will need to reopen the...

I agree 100% with my colleagues. They are merely trying to bully you into paying a discharged debt. Do not be fooled. I have no doubt the payday...

Trustee ordered to pay me $98,000 Surcharge found inappropriately paying $98000 to IRS , can I sue Trustee for damages?

For those lawyers who are a little confused by the question posed, the case is unreported, but can be found at 2010 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 128988. Other...

I have a final restraining order against my ex-boyfriend. Why would the court be trying to contact me?

I agree with my colleagues. The only way to know why the court was contacting you is to call the court back. I recommend you contact the court...

My partner and I are the only creditors in a Chptr 7 bankruptcy. We feel the trustee's trying to keep our money. What can we do?

It is imperative that you obtain legal counsel as soon as possible. You may need to file an adversary proceeding objecting to the debtor's...

I am struggling to keep up mortgage payments and I have lots of debt. Should I claim bankruptcy prior to asking for a refinance?

You have a lot going on and I would strongly suggest you consult with an attorney before committing yourself to any course of action. But, based...

My ex husband and I went through a bed and board divorce in end of 2010. He hasn't given me any property yet that court granted.

I concentrate in both family law and bankruptcy matters. Feel free to contact my office for a free initial consultation.

Hi. I reside in south jersey. I filed ch. 7 bankruptcy and was discharged in 2009. Unsure what to do to rid my credit of home?

The bankruptcy filing discharged your personal obligation to pay the mortgage but did not change ownership of the home. You will remain the legal...