How do I notify my mortgage company (in order to stop my foreclosure) if I file chapter 7 myself?

Your mortgage company will receive their notice just like every other creditor. In your case, you should call the office performing the auction as...

A legal name change has nothing at all to do with your creditors. So long as you're filing for the change in good faith, you'll get one.

I need to gain custody of my daughter but need a realistic chance of winning before moving forward. Can you help give me my odds

You aren't going to win. Here's why. First, you mention that you were never married - aside from the support order, I'm guessing you've never...

Can a restraining order be approved for a mother/child in Minnesota when another state gave you rights to see your child? UCCJEA

You're confusing the RO and your Florida order. The RO certainly can limit your contact and parenting time all by itself, regardless of the FL...

How do I garnish someone's paycheck in Florida.

There is a lot more going on here than you state. First, how is it that your husband accessed YOUR bank account and authorized the payments to be...

Can I spend more than usual before bankruptcy?

Yes, it will. Unusual spending immediately prior to a bankruptcy will raise all kinds of red flags. The credit card companies won't agree to...

If forced to defend a fraudulent chapter 13 bankruptcy case filed by my ex-husband, am I entitled to recoup my legal fees?

I highly doubt it. First, you weren't "forced to defend" the bankruptcy filing. You chose to contest the petition, presumably because you didn't...

Can wages still be granished?

You're mistaken on a lot of facts here. First, the 1099c was issued because you DIDN'T pay the debt - they sent you a tax form to indicate that...

Legally, you're in the right. Why would someone give you a check and THEN claim you didn't earn the money? That's nonsense. Here's the rub,...

Can I be charged with a crime for not being able to repay a $400 payday loan in MN

No. This is pure B.S. You cannot be charged with a crime. The lender could ask the county to charge you, but they won't. This is nothing more...