In the middle of divorce, considering bankruptcy

I agree you should set up a consultation with a local bankruptcy attorney. Most will offer a free initial consultation. Even though you...

Is this trust interest protected from BK?

Creditors would not be able to force you to move. Creditors also would not be able to force a sale of the property due to your debts since you are...

We are paying off 2 joint credit cards(closed accounts). Will the court accept this if it is state it our marital settlement?

If your question is can you pay off the credit card without the Bankruptcy Trustee viewing it as a preferential payment, the answer is "probably",...

How does my Ch. 7 BK (in California - Pro Per) affect the co-plaintiffs in my personal injury case?

Your bankruptcy should have no effect at all on your husband and children's claims, or your own claim. The automatic stay that arises the moment...

Property discharged in Bankruptcy, mortgage co. has not foreclosed. What's my obligation?

I agree with the prior responses but would just like to add a couple more points - First, the real estate market has been climbing the past couple...

Debt collection agency took my refund!

I agree with Atty. Cohen - you should focus on trying to resolve your federal student loan debt. One resource that may give you some useful...

Voluntary dismissal of Chapter 7 conversion.

Based on the additional facts you touched on in your comments with Ms. Bunce, I think you would be able to re-convert back to a Chapter 13. You...

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Most auto lenders would rather have your monthly payment, with interest, than the car. If you are able to bring the loan current, and then...

I have a house with equity in it. I want to file Ch13. Will I be forced to pay a judgment lien off?

I agree with attorney Elie. You may not need a Chapter 13 at all. If you are going to do a Chapter 13, do yourself a big favor and hire a local...

How do I find, or convince, an attorney to help/represent me pro bono with filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in San Francisco?

I agree with the other responses. Not only would it be a bad idea to waste a Chapter 7 filing (which you can only do every 8 years) on a debt this...