What does this mean and what is my next step? Do I need to hire a lawyer?

It is difficult to answer your question without looking at the document. It could be a motion to dismiss a state court proceeding against you...

Rights as a creditor in a Bankruptcy case

You want to attend the 341 meeting and find out if the case is an asset case. If it's an asset case, you may be able to recover some of the money...

Can I file for bankruptcy if I own a home which is pay in full. but due to a divorce , owe credit card and another home

No one can tell you for sure unless you go see a bankruptcy attorney. Only after reviewing the entire situation can an attorney advise you...

Is there a time limit on how long after a 341 meeting for chapter 7 bankruptcy that the trustee can keep the case open?

You should call the bankruptcy court and ask for the case administrator who is handling your case. Ask him/her why you have not received a...

If I filed a joint Chapter 13 and gave the non-exempt land to the trustee how would my monthly payments then be calculated?

More likely than not, the Trustee will not be interested in selling the property in a 13. You would likely have to list and sell the property...

Hi I am married and my husband wants to declare bankruptcy but just for him.

If your husband files it shouldn't have anything to do with you other than a few small things: (1) if you have joint debt with your husband the...

I have been summons to court for unpaid credit card.I own nothing, am unemployed what can I expect in court?

You should go over this with a bankruptcy/insolvency attorney in your area. If you have other debts, or if this particular debt is quite large, it...

Will I be contacted to reaffirm my car lease?

I'd love to try to answer your question. However, since you have an attorney I think it's best that you speak to him/her about this issue. I'm...

What kind of lawyer can answer questions about short sales, PMI insurance, and tax liabilities vs. foreclosure/bankruptcy?

A good bankruptcy attorney should be able to discuss most of the pros and cons with you. Often times, bankruptcy attorneys are not tax attorneys. ...

If your reaffirmed the car loan the last thing you want to do is give the car back. What will happen is they will sell the car for next to nothing...