The chapter 7 trustee does not have the power to issue a discharge order. The only person that can do that is the bankruptcy judge assigned to...

Should I pay off my dept to the government for jail time served before my hearing?

If the $20,000.00 obligation consists of criminal fines and/or criminal restitution, the debt is not dischargeable in a bankruptcy.

You not only can include the $500.00 debt as a debt and provide notice to the entity that received the check that bounced, but you are required to...

You not only can include the $500.00 debt as a debt and provide notice to the entity that received the check that bounced, but you are required to...

Can I file for bankruptcy while living in American Samoa?

If you are a US citizen that happens to be living in American Somoa, you can file for relief under the bankruptcy code in the state in which you...

Can I still try to contact my lender to see if I can get loan modification or any program to help me keep my house before it get

Sure you can. However, one major factor in being able to obtain a loan modification is the ability to repay the loan if a modification is granted....

Appeal the dismissal of Bankruptcy 13 case?

Appeal of a dismissal even if you were within the 14 days of the dismissal would not result in the reinstatement of the automatic stay. Thus,...

I need to know how to close a civil case?

I don't know if you chose the practice area, which is Chapter 13 or if Avvo did that for you. However, if the defendant is in a chapter 13, she...

I filed bankruptcy and it was discharged. My husband had a loan that was in default now the finance company lawyer?

If the loan was incurred prior to the date you filed your bankruptcy petition, then your obligation was discharged. You should follow Mr. Bayer's...

How much do I have to owe to file bankruptcy? Does it cost to file bankruptcy and how much?

If you have a repossession on your credit report and you are behind on your other payments, your credit score is already in the tank. Thus, you...