Should I amend my schedules to include this as a contingent liability? What if I plan to counter-sue?

A great set of responses from my colleagues. Did not see a reference to a counter-claim, though, so let point out that the proceeds of any...

She is doing a Refinance on the house on her own and i am being told i have to also sign the new mortgage papers. Why.

As the spouse, you have an interest in the property, even though you are not on the deed--you are entitled to what is called "life estate"...

Loan from friend usury law

All the "official" signings, notary publics, witnesses does not change the fact that the maximum permitted by law is 18% annually, which on $5k is...

What debt does bankruptcy cover?

As Mr. Markus indicated, the debts that you describe are dischargeable by way of a bankruptcy.

Can i file personal bankruptcy per se too stop foreclosure when i have been given a court date of May 5,2016 by the lender

A bankruptcy filing will stop all court proceedings--the filing creates what is called a "stay", which is an injunction against any one taking any...

Are there notice requirements for landlord to keep last month's rent when tenants break lease?

Unless there was a written lease and it required such a notice, then there is no obligation on your part to provide notice to the former tenants. ...

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Is a 1.540 motion hearing to vacate a foreclosure considered a TRIAL court hearing or just a hearing ?

The trial court is the court that takes evidence. An appellate court considers appeals from the trial court, and it does not take evidence, as it...

When can I file motion for default?

Please remember that the 20 days is to serve the response, meaning mailing it, not to file it. So, the earliest you can file the Motion would be...

How long do I need to live in Arizona before I can file for bankruptcy 7?

You can file for bankruptcy immediately, but if you are in California now the case would be filed there. If you are already in AZ but have not...

Is there something I could file that would correct the name of the Garnishee company in the filings?

This may be a MAJOR issue. A garnishment is like a separate law suit within the initial law suit. If you have not directed the Writ to the proper...