What kind of attorney do I need and in what state should the attorney reside?

In my view, you no doubt need legal counsel. There are many issues that need to be addressed: For example (i) whether the document you signed is...

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In pa if i open a checking account with my husband, can a debt collector put a levy on it.

With a couple exceptions, so long as you and your spouse own the account jointly, a creditor cannot levy/garnish the account, unless you and your...

Can I request a copy of the recording taken during the meeting of creditors.

My experience has been that (i) you will need to contact the U.S. Trustee's office in order to obtain a copy of the recording; (ii) the recording...

Determining Expense Amounts of Schedule J

As an example of the expenses to be included, if you financed a car or obtained a cell phone plan within the month prior to the bankruptcy filing,...

A judgement was filed against me in PA. I never received any documentation of such. Is this legal?

First, I agree with attorney Tam's answer. In addition, I am unaware of any situation under which your creditor would have the ability to cause a...

Can I still obtain a Federal Stafford loan after filing chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Your ability to obtain additional student loans should not be affected by your bankruptcy. Section 525 of the Bankruptcy Code provides as follows:...

No, the creditor may not have your car towed. In order to recover anything on its claim, the judgment creditor would need to first obtain a writ...

I was just served with a writ of exacution on an unpaid CC. The unpaid amt is about 1100, can I just pay that amt .

If you are considering a bankruptcy filing to relieve yourself from the burden of your debts, you may wish to consider closing your exisiting ...

I have been giving 2 years to pay off my 130,000 restitution, and I make minimum wage, will I go to jail if I can't pay it off?

The other lawyers who have provided an answer may be absolutely correct with respect to the effect of the bankruptcy discharge on your restitution...

If you file a chapter 13 and later you are involved in an auto accident and received

I believe the Bankruptcy Code is clear that property received AFTER the bankruptcy filing (e.g., the compensation for pain and suffering in this...