I filed chapter 7, and I was given a court date, does this automatically mean I have an objection to my case?

If it is the 341 Meeting of Creditors notice, you are required to attend that hearing. Everyone who files bankruptcy in the US is required to...

Moving with a 12 week old

Contact an experienced family law attorney. There may be protections and precautions you can take.

It is possible that a lawsuit may be filed against you. To get a judgment, the creditor is required to prevail in a lawsuit. There is a statute of...

I plan to do a Ch 7, let the bank foreclose the home (mtg- there are 2) I simply can't afford to keep it.

In most cases, not necessarily. There may be other factors at play in your case that require this additional step. Typically, however, if you...

Wild Card Exemption

You will definitely want to cite to Florida Statute 222.25. There are no automatic exemptions.

I received a summons for a suit filed against me after I filed chapter 7 bankruptcy. Is any action needed?

You will need to ensure that this creditor was actually listed in the bankruptcy. If it was not, the courts will permit you to add a creditor. It...

I am planning on filing chapter 7 and have just received class action funds the the Florida Treasury. Can i spend it?

I don't know all of the facts of your bankruptcy case, but I would definitely reconsider repaying your sister. Your bankruptcy trustee will...

If mortgage payments are stopped prior to the actual filing for Ch7 bankruptcy, will it put the foreclosure on hold?

Most likely yes. In every bankruptcy that's filed in the United States, an injunction, called an automatic stay, goes into effect as soon as the...

Is there any way I can get the Bank to complete the forclosure process (end my misery) on my Condo that started 2 1/2 years ago

Most people in your case have three options. You can wait it out and continue to live nearly rent-free (aside from the condo fees). You can...

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What is the time limit for lender to respond to a defendants Motion to dismiss ? Mortgage foreclosure.

The most important thing to determine is whether you answered the summons within the time limit. In Florida, once you are served with any lawsuit,...