Are lawyers who practice in many areas of law not specialists? Therefore, why would you want their representation?

Generally, law, like medicine, has specialist (although in Illinois, where I practice, lawyers cannot claim to be "specialist") and general...

Can life go on? Discharge without Closed?

There are assets being administered in this case, that is why it is not closed. Administration of assets does not interfere with your discharge. ...

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Do I have to file bankruptcy after foreclosing on my house?

First, generally, retirement accounts are protected. Second, a chapter 7 discharge would protect you from any deficiency. Your future financial...

Do I have to claim my husband on my taxes if he did't work this year or can I only claim myself and my children?

Attorney Larson's through analysis is excellent. I agree completely. I hope this helps. Respectfully, Steven A. Leahy www.chicagotaxteam.com

I filed chapter 13 and I am in a payment plan, I need to withdraw money from my 401k to by a car, cuz the car I have I can't gas

What kind of motion are you contemplating - will the 401K money pay for the car in full, or just a portion with the balance in the form of a loan? ...

How will 1 person filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy impact the co-owner of a house?

Unless the Chapter 7 Debtor signs a reaffirmation agreement, the debt will be discharged as to the Debtor. So, the co-owner will then be solely...

What the repercutions of walking away from your mortgage and returning the home to the bank????

Generally, mortgages in California are non-recourse loans, meaning the bank cannot come after you for any deficiency resulting from the sale of the...

Am i allowed to claim my kid even thou my kid dont live with me? I support her by sending money

The answer is no. The custodial parent is entitled the tax benefits of the child. Generally, only the parent who has physical custody of a child...

I was wondering if I will have notice on having to vatcate the house because it was either sold at forclosure or just forclosed!

I have seen this question. The mortgage company generally has the right to secure the property if abandoned. This property is not abandoned - That...

I agree with Attorney Larson. The election of business entity type may be a critical decision with long lasting consequences. So, seek an...