This is such a frustrating question for an attorney. I cannot tell you how many times I have seen forms (wills, powers of attorney, quit-claim...

Do I need to file for an estate?

I am sorry for your loss. Yes, you will need to have some form of probate to ensure that the title passes properly to another person(s). Contact...

Can I file for bankruptcy?

The characterization of the use of the credit with no intent to pay is a good definition of bad faith or fraud. 11 U.S.C. Section 523 has...

My bankruptcy has been dismissed and I can't get my attorney to return my calls. What is my next step?

The prior attorney is correct that a procedure is supposed to be in place to be sure such a problem does not happen. That being said, if the old...

Filing bankruptcy with or without my husband?

I agree that you should get a good, thorough consultation. Most of us offer a free initial consultation. That being said, unless the debts are in...

I have a $56k debt I cannot afford & is accruing at an astonishing 18% rate. For YEARS I've tried to negotiate a lower rate,

A situation like this is fact specific. You need a good consultation. That being said, you may be able to exempt the money in your checking...

Can the dept of treasury take my taxes for student loans even if im head of household in fl?

Mr. Roberts is correct. Further, the answer is yes, they can intercept your tax refund.

Can I use the Chapter 7 Florida Homestead Exemption on a house located in Kentucky?

You cannot use the Florida homestead exemption for real estate in another state. This is so basic a concept that I hope you were simply mistaken...

You should have an attorney in Florida review the will to be sure it is sufficient. There is no way an attorney, without reading the document, can...

Ihaveawill & toavoidprobate Ihavebeneficiaries & stocks withTOD, do my requests get honored & would I still have executors?

Friends and cocktail party advice is rarely good legal advice, unless your friend is an attorney practicing in wills and estates. If you had an...