What happens to a tax refund when you file Chapter 13?

As a general rule in most jurisdictions, ch 13 debtors, like you, are allowed to keep the first $2000.00 of income tax refunds. I recommend to my...

I have applied for change of status from visitor to Student visa , I saw the update as Name Updated , what that means

It frequently is folllowed by an approval of the pending petition or application, but you will just have to wait to see the eventual action taken.

I filed ch 13 for my wife whom i have full POA for. This was her first ch13 bk. We recd a notice to lift stay on our cars

Yes, see another bankruptcy lawyer as soon as you can. Your wife's case involves you in more ways than just the POA and the use of the vehicles....

I changed my name to new name in form N-400 now I change my mind can I keep my original name ?

Yes, just tell the officer the name you want when you are at the interrview. If you have not yet consulted with an immigration lawyer about your...

Who's responsibility is it to authorize release of the held funds during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

You are responsible for getting the information to the bank and requesting the release of the funds to you. Then the bank is responsible for...

How much will it cost me to object on proof of claim on Chapter 13? I was told it will cost me $2000 to object.

You may search for another lawyer to consult about your case here on AVVO or at the following link to NACBA: http://www.nacba.org/find-an-attorney/.

How long it takes to get my turn to get the green card? when i should i apply for green card?

Look at the Visa Bulletin for July 2016: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/law-and-policy/bulletin/2016/visa-bulletin-for-july-2016.html....

Call his lawyer and ask if the plan provides for your ex to pay the alimony directly. If the lawyer says it does, ask for a copy of the plan with...

I need help to renew my H1B visa. Are there any lawyers in and around new river valley area, VA to help me? Please let me know.

You can search for lawyers here on AVVO or at the following link to www.aila.org.

I need to buy a car, but will require a cosigner. My cosigner is in Ch 13 active BK. Can he cosign for a new loan?

No, he cannot incur credit, even as a co-signer, without getting the approval of the court, which will normally require the approval of the...