Filing Ch 7 in MD my home is worth 276K I owe 370Kcan I file and keep my house and only pay fair market value.

Unfortunately, no. in a chapter 7, or any other chapter of bankruptcy, you cannot discharge the unsecured portion of the real property. If you...

What is the first step in filing for a divorce?

I recommend you speak with an attorney. An attorney can assist and try to get use and possession of the family home, which will require him to...

Maybe. It depends on the police officer / deputy sheriff. It also depends on whether they believe you are evading service. If he left you a...

Paternity test-how do you get a test done on a father who refuses to take test?

I agree with my colleagues. You can file a Complaint for Child Support with the Circuit Court. He can then request a paternity test in his...

Where do I include my HOA debt in my chapt. 7, forms? what schedule so I can be discharged from owing them? Do I list them on my

The monthly payment will be on Schedule J - monthly expenses. Any past due amount should be on the unsecured non-priority creditors, Schedule F. ...

How long does it take a lein holder to take possestion of vehicle when it's surrendered in bankrupcy?

As other attorneys have said, it varies from case to case. It depends on how bad the lender wants the car back. After the bankruptcy is closed,...

I'm divorcing for the 2nd time. I remarried & I changed my name to my 2nd hubby's name. Can I use my 1st & 2nd hubby's names?

Most Judges and/or Masters ask if the name you are seeking to be restored to is a former name. They do not get a copy of social security...

Doesn't Nobleman and Dewsnup state no bifurcation of jr lien on pers. residence? If so, entire lien still in tact in new Ch. 13.

You need to speak with an attorney for this answer. Generally speaking, you are describing what is referred to as a Chapter 20. A Debtor files a...

How do I obtain a state issued photo id without a birth certificate, I have an expired driver's permit

First, you are going to need your birth certificate from time to time, so I recommend getting one reissued. Second, the only forms accepted on...

Can a father relinquishing his parental rights give orders of who gets child?

I would recommend the kinship caretaker meet with an attorney to discuss. He/she can Petition the Court to adopt. There are factors for the Court...