It sounds like your attorney obtained a lien strip order on the 2nd mortgage. If you paid off your case and received a discharge, then the lien...

First of all, get 2-3 free consultations on bankruptcy from lawyers in your area. Once you know your options and have a game plan, the weight of...

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Normally, the assets of the deceased stand for her debts. Here, the assets were diverted from her estate by the deed. The deed is likely a...

In bankruptcy, the Trustee steps into your shoes and controls your assets. That means the Trustee in Ch. 7 will take your lawsuit proceeds to pay...

Nolo.com is a great website for bankruptcy information. My advice- get a lawyer who will work with you on fees. Most of of will do that in...

If you are considering Chapter 7 bankruptcy, I urge you to get 2-3 free consultations from bankruptcy lawyers in your area. You can lose your...

The best thing to do is get an approximate time table from your attorney. Also, have make sure your attorney has your current address in case a...

Your friend needs an experienced local lawyer. The best way to start is here on AVVO where he can us the "find a lawyer" tab. He should get 2-3...

Are you current on the cars and house? If not, Chapter 13 may be the way to go. What is the proposed Chapter 13 payment? Is it less than your...

They likely can do that. I would be shocked if they did not slip a clause into the agreement (that no one reads, including lawyers) allowing the...