Can I get my attorney to describe in general terms what he plans to do before sending him the retainer fee?

What is demanding about getting information about what you are paying for. Nothing wrong with that. Remember, the case belongs to you, you are...

Federal litigation can be tricky. You really need help on this. As my colleague points out, the bankruptcy court sponsors a help desk to help...

What do you do if you want to speak to your lawyer but your law firm prefers you going through the paralegals/legal assistants?

One thing to remember, this case is yours. You are paying the freight. So, take control as best you can. Insist on meeting, and then don't get off...

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I am am renting a home that is going into foreclosure and i want to buy a home is there a way out.3 months till auction date ..

A property going into foreclosure does not allow you to break a lease. Landlords often resolve the foreclosure and retain the property. This...

Is there an actual law preventing people from buying a home I short sale or in foreclosure and the leasing the Home back to the

The short answer (no pun intended) is No. If the mortgage company approves the short sale, and the transaction is closed - you will own the...

Change of circumstance

Sorry - This question is vague and appears to be posted in the wrong forum. Please clarify and I would be happy to try to help...

I received my Certyificate of final payment from My Chapter 13. The case was closed January 5,2012. When will it discharge?

Your question is not clear. Has your case been closed without a discharge? Or, are you just waiting to get your discharge after completion. If...

Chapter 13 - Second Mortgage Stripped, Now insurance damages claim, Second on check- they will not endorse, cannot remove them

I agree with Attorney Arany. It sounds like you have a Chapter 13 pending - you are making plan payments. The second mortgage will be stripped,...

Bankruptcy in 12/2009, Reaffirmation was not sent in by attorney. Can I just walk away from the house?

I agree with my colleagues. Debts that are not reaffirmed in a no-asset Chapter 7 are discharged. A discharge relieves the Debtor of the...

What is a QUIET TITLE?

A Quite Title action seeks to establish the legal owner of a piece of property. If there are inappropriate liens listed on title, there may be a...