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Our mother died and left no will. She left property to sibling and domestic partner but nothing in writing to adult children.

Earl's answer | Answered on October 09, 2013

This is what is sometimes described in the legal profession as a "bucket of worms." There is just no way to answer this on the limited information...

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Can I apply to go bankrupt during my divorce case? My attorney is paid in full but i do not have enough to continue forward.

Earl's answer | Answered on October 07, 2013

The answer to the question is that being involved in a dissolution of marriage action does not in and of itself prevent you from filing bankruptcy....

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3 of us in a car accident in florida 2 of us are the owners of the car but the driver wasnt,

Earl's answer | Answered on October 07, 2013

Seeing a local bankruptcy for a free consultation would give each of you important information for planning. If the only reason you might benefit...

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Must a family law case be at issue before trial?

Earl's answer | Answered on October 03, 2013

If you have an attorney on the case, take your legal advice from that attorney, but sounds as though you friend has given you valid references on...

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What happens if I have value an Investment boom during Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Earl's answer | Answered on September 25, 2013

Are you trying to go this on your own? Your situation is much too complicated for that. This transaction and other of your circumstances need to...

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When filing chapter 7, can the Florida Prepaid college fund be protected? or will I need to surrender the account ?

Earl's answer | Answered on September 17, 2013

It is protected. Go to our blog on website for important discount information.

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I have been asked to sign a administration petition. Will I be held responsible for my mothers debt?

Earl's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

If the home is in NY then it is likely the estate case is in NY and you should talk with a NY lawyer. In fact, we suspect from the way it sounds...

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Do I need to keep paying this lawyer?

Earl's answer | Answered on September 08, 2013

Likely your best bet is to file bankruptcy. This discharges unsecured debt so that you legally do not owe it. In our experience these prolonged...

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My father passed away and I'm his only biological child. He didn't have a will.

Earl's answer | Answered on September 04, 2013

You did not say if your father was survived by a spouse. Also, stating you are "his only biological child" sounds as though there might be adopted...

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I filed chapter 7 Bk in Florida during my foreclosure, after it was discharged they sold my loan to another am I still protected

Earl's answer | Answered on August 20, 2013

The lender creditor assigning the mortgage to another loan servicer is common. It does not affect your rights. It does not remove your legal...

Earl David Maxwell's Answers (226)

Our mother died and left no will. She left property to sibling and domestic partner but nothing in writing to adult children.

Can I apply to go bankrupt during my divorce case? My attorney is paid in full but i do not have enough to continue forward.

3 of us in a car accident in florida 2 of us are the owners of the car but the driver wasnt,

Must a family law case be at issue before trial?

What happens if I have value an Investment boom during Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

When filing chapter 7, can the Florida Prepaid college fund be protected? or will I need to surrender the account ?

I have been asked to sign a administration petition. Will I be held responsible for my mothers debt?

Do I need to keep paying this lawyer?

My father passed away and I'm his only biological child. He didn't have a will.

I filed chapter 7 Bk in Florida during my foreclosure, after it was discharged they sold my loan to another am I still protected