The inheritance is part of the bankruptcy estate under 11 USC 1306. So trying to put it into a trust might be seen as an attempt to "hide" the...

You might have some difficulty in finding someone to do pro bono work on a case that has already been filed, as this kind of situation often...

I agree with Attorney Bunce on this one. You should discuss the matter with your attorney if you have one. If you don't have one, you should seek...

I agree with my colleagues. The best way to improve your financial state at this point is likely to file for bankruptcy protection. Speak to an...

The requirements for bankruptcy depend on the type of case you are filing. To file a chapter 7, you have to qualify under the means test. ...

A lot of factors go into determining the length of your plan, including your income level. Your monthly income may put you above the median income...

Yes, you can open a savings account. Generally, you must get court approval to incur new debt, like if you want to buy a car, etc. You also have...

I'm a bit skeptical of the claim that the attorney promised a discharge of the student loans, since, as my colleagues have pointed out, discharging...

There are different worksheets or forms on which your income must be considered when completing your bankruptcy petition. Your income is used...

It is hard to say without more information about why the attorney delayed the filing. If it is just a matter of the attorney delaying action for...