Chapter 13 filings what does it mean when my leased / rent to own property such as TV and sofa are rejected, not surrendered?

It would be up to the company to decide if it is worth it to come pick the things up.

How can I start bankruptcy.

The Court's website has all the forms you'll need.

Can his chapter 7 bankruptcy affect me?

The bigger question is how the divorce decree reads. Did you agree to pay any of the debts through the Decree?

Does bankruptcy cover me?

reopen to add them. It will be a ton safer for you in the long run.

A lien has been placed against me. How can I have this lien removed?

It depends to some degree on what the restitution was for but you'll need to see a BK attorney as all of the others have said.

you need to file a claim in the case.

The big question is whether or not there is anything that the trustee can sell or get funds from to pay ya'll.

How can I file for bankruptcy without paying for it?

The are programs like community law or bay area legal services. Check into those to see if you qualify.

If I am filing bankruptcy does my partner have to be involved financially?

What will matter is if you are technically married. If you are then he/she will need to be counted on the means test. If not, you can kind of do...

What kinds of debts can be settled?

If you have a lot of debts from different creditors. I'd look into bankruptcy and get some free consultations.