Can I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in NJ even if a creditor has filed a lawsuit against me?

Yes, provided you are otherwise eligible, the fact that a lawsuit was filed does not impair your ability to file a chapter 7.

Already filed Chapter 7 BK. Filing w/out a lawyer. Have 2 collection cases pending. Has car loan and opted to retain.

You might want to retain an attorney. Some car lenders will allow your retain and pay proposal, but the bankruptcy code does not recognize it, and...

I am thinking of filing chapter 7. I receive and annuity payment from my dad passing away. Would I lose that?

What you think is an annuity may not actually be the kind of annuity that is exempt, so it is especially important to have a bankruptcy attorney...

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DONT APPEAR IN COURT ON A CREDIT CARD DEBT OF 2,179.81 AT LEAST THAT IS WHAT I THINK IT FOR NOT SURE

If you do not appear, a default will be entered - in essence a decision that since you chose not to appear, the Plaintiff is correct in its...

Sounds like the tax refund diversion was a preference. You are not entitled to it unless you have properly listed and exempted it. Your attorney...

RE: Bankruptcy: On father's bank account,now taken off, where do I disclose this information in a Bankruptcy petition.

The Statement of Financial Affairs. Either it is a closed account or something held for another, or both. A statement similar to this should...

Could you please offer some insight on how to handle a pending chapter 7 filing and car lease buyout?

You are asking for advanced dance lessons when you have never danced in your life. Attorney assistance from someone in your District will more...

My husband, who deserted me in 2011 and still married, cosigned a school loan for my son. Is this considered marital debt?

Probably not. Discuss this with an attorney in VA.

I recently filed Chapter 7 and have a LOC loan on my parents house who have a life estate. The bank will not work with me.

Worst: Foreclosure, and you parents get booted out on the street. Best, the lender modifies your loan, but do not count on it. Lenders have to...

Is this legal service (judge said so). lawsuit against me. register mail to not my home signed by a minor.

If the judge said it was good service, then your option would be to appeal the judge's decision. You should have an attorney, as appeals require...