For the state of new york to have jurisdiction in a divorce, how long must the party(s) have resided in the state?

There are several ways to satisfy the residency requirement so yes it is possible. Check out the link below which lists the ways in which a...

You have a 180 day period from the date of discharge to report any assets required to the trustee.

Can I still request a mortgage payoff letter from my lender if my home is under foreclosure

Yes, but if you are in foreclosure the note has likely been accelerated and the payoff will be the entire amount of the loan. Sometimes you can...

Where can I find help in Chesapeake VA to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy if I can't pay the upfront fees?

Not many attorneys are going to be willing to take the case with nothing upfront. My suggestion is to use this site to do a search for an attorney...

On my insolvency worksheet are joint debts and liabilities listed as the entire amount? I had a mortgage with a business partr

This appears to be a tax question better suited for an accountant. However, my colleague is correct, there is no reason not to list the entire...

Can I still attend a court hearing as a creditor even if I forgot to submit an objection to confirmation?

It depends on the court and judge as to whether or not they will allow you to orally contest confirmation. You are permitted to attend, you may...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

I agree with post of my colleague. The action would need to be brought as an adversary proceeding and decided under state property laws. It is...

Is my ex who was an additional card holder, not a co-signer, on my credit cards , responsible to pay any debt he now refuses?

He is not legally obligated to the bank but if the debt was incurred for marital purposes and the divorce is uncontested you and your husband are...

How do I know if Bankruptcy is the only answer? Do Bankruptcy lawyers ever advise you NOT to claim bankruptcy?

Honest lawyers will advise you that bankruptcy is not the answer if it is not. One recommendation I can make is to do a financial counseling...

Should I file chap7 or try a payment plan. I know its case dependent but please give your best qualified recommendation.

You should file bankruptcy now. First, if you get a job making one hundred thousand a year you likely will not pass the means test to qualify for...