How can I claim my spouses certificate of deposit who passed away 10 years ago?

Depending on the value, you may be able to obtain it through a simplified process though the probate court by their issuing letters without...

We do not have any non-exempt assets, what are our options rather than Bankruptcy?

It really depends on who is seeking the relief (ie. The IRS, Department of Education, or a general creditor). Assuming it is a general creditor,...

Can I declare bankruptcy

It certainly sounds like bankruptcy may be an option. Please call my office and I will be happy to speak with you so you can relax a little over...

In the state of Florida, in Chapter 7 bankruptcy, can my $1,000 car exemption be used for personal property other than a car?

No, it must be used for an automobile. However, assuming you do not have a homestead you may have up to $5,000 in personal property exemptions. ...

Attorney refused to file a response to auto lender's request for relief of stay. Why?

As part of your petition you filed a piece of paper titled Statement of Intentions. You probably stated that you intended to surrender the...

If bankruptcy was filed 1 day after a judicial sale to a 3rd party can the sale be reversed?

The bankruptcy cannot stop or reverse a sale after the auction. You may have rights under state law.

Does surviving spouse get the estate if deceased spouse has living children that are not the surviving spouses?

The first question is if there was a will. If so, the will if properly executed should control, subject to a spouses elective share (Right to...

The will can be valid. However, since it was not self-proved (a notarization of the testator and witnesses), it would require the affidavit of a...

Unless your mother's will provides for your sister-in-law, she has no interest in your mother's estate. Florida's statutes will not determine the...

Depending on the facts and jurisdiction, a Chapter 13 may be used to reduce an interest rate on a automobile, and pay 0% on most general unsecured...