The other day, a judge in our jurisdiction said to a Chapter 13 debtor filing pro se that 99 percent of pro se petitions fail and that working with...

I had a chapter 7 discharged in 1998 , and then a chapter 13 in 2005 which was dismissed. Can I file another chapter 7 now?

If you filed and received a discharge in a prior chapter 7 case, you have to wait 8 years after the filing of the prior chapter 7 before you can...

Do i need a lawyer

If your entire mortgage debt was discharged in a Chapter 7 case, it would be highly unusual. My guess is that you received a discharge of all...

Is it possible to file chapter 7 from abroad?

Yes, you can file from abroad. However, the district in which you file will be determined by the following statute: "Except as provided in...

Credit during chapter 7 bankruptcy

Incurring debt during a chapter 7 bankruptcy is a tricky process. You should talk to your bankruptcy lawyer to make sure that you are following the...

I have friend that filed chapter 13 5 years ago due to him getting injured on the job he fell behind on his payments

This is difficult to answer without more information. However, your friend's attorney is correct that generally one has a right to file another...

I filed ch; 13 and intended to surrender the deed . According to the mortgage company they have no interest in taking posiition

When you say the lender has "no interest in taking position," what do you mean? Do you mean they have no interest in owning the property? If so,...

What are the changes in a Chapter 13 after a Loan Modification

It depends. You must discuss this with a qualified Chapter 13 bankruptcy attorney so all the important facts are included before a course of action...

Can I change my chapter 13 attorney?

You may wish to discuss your matter with representatives from your local bar association. They regularly deal with client complaints and may assist...

How long can or should a lawyer take in completing a chapter 7 bankruptcy ?

If you are unhappy with the level of service you are getting, you have the right to hire another lawyer. The most common ethical complaint in Ohio...