Bankruptcy?

I agree with Ms. Bunce and believe you should speak to an atty about which direction to go and give him more info : . Go to AVVO.com, find a...

My mother bought my son a cell phone on contract before she passed away. My brother is sole heir to her estate, can he claim it

Your brother is all wet but if your son cannot pay the cell phone contract he will need to turn it in.

I filed bankruptcy, they are now going after my ex wife for the debt. Am I legally responsible since it was split 50/50?

You can't file bkcy on part. You filed and now she is liable. Unfortunately it would have been good for you to file togehter.

After helping a friend for 8 months, can I keep items given that were supposed to be sold and profit split?

Wow, so sorry about this. You can try to keep the items and perhaps he will not fight you since he has done wrong by you

Settlement or Bankruptcy?

I agree with the other attorneys and have experienced times when the person files bankruptcy and other times when the creditors are not looking.

Deed to home in my and my father's name. Loan/mortgage is in father's name. Will i be able to keep my home

He can do a deed to the grandchildren with you having a life estate

In Illinois can an attorney void a guardianship that was created through a testamentary trust?

Ms Santaella's link is helpful and yes a guardianship can be voided if there is proof of mistreatment

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Advice for one who owes taxes on home, has a terminal illness, would like to remain in home until death, before home is taken?

More than likely it will take 3-5 months prior to bringing judgement and then another couple of months for foreclosure. Not sure of your situation...

I'm paying back a student loan. I can't afford the full monthly amount and have been sending $50 a month.

As long as you are making a payment it is unlikely they will sue, get a judgement and then proceed to garnishment..

Should i file for bankruptcy now? Home was not sold in auction. bank took it. Lawsuit against me for cc debt.

It sounds like you may need a Chapter 7, but you need to speak with a local, experienced attorney to be sure. Here is a link that might be able...