Do I need an attorney on a debt collection matter involving a major medical claim and several vendors?

The only way a monthly payment will have the effect of stopping the collection actions of a creditor is if the monthly payments are being paid to...

If you are current on your lease and remain current under the terms of the lease filing a chapter 13 or chapter 7 will have no effect on your...

I have an old student loan that has grown beyond reasonable repayment due to penalties and interest. Can this be negotiated?

Not much of a chance to negotiate for a lower figure unless you can pay a lump sum payment of the negotiated amount. What you can do depends upon...

Chapter 7 bankruptcy when a US trustee ask for supporting document

You have not given enough information to know why the UST is asking for supporting documents. If your are asking us instead of your attorney, I...

SCN OR CPN ? Good, Bad?

Neither one will really help. When you apply for credit, the creditor will ask and require that you supply your SSN as part of the application. ...

I need a bankruptcy lawyer,in Michigan.

One of the primary rules of this forum is that lawyers cannot solicit business on this site. You need to take advantage of a free initial...

Buying a home in chapter 7 bankruptcy from a trustee. Compared to a traditional sale, to what should I pay particular attention?

The trustee has the power to sell the entire parcel, but he/she must file a motion to sell the property free and clear of liens. The motion to...

If I list the original creditor on my bankruptcy debts will it be discharged even if the debt has already been sold?

Yes, but it easier to clear you credit report if you list the original holder of the debt and any and all collection agencies or debt buyers that...

What do I need to file bankruptcy, I know the first thing is a lawyer, than what?

You can call around, but most lawyers will not quote fees on the phone because we have done that and once met with the client, we discovered that...

Divorced in May 2011. Ex put home in foreclosure. House sold no equity--he was supposed to pay 1/2 the debt not paying at all

If he has not filed bankruptcy, you can file an action in the same court that granted the divorce. In our state, you would file a motion to cite...