Can I legally force a sale on the house?

If he was awarded the house in your divorce proceedings, you would have to file a Motion to modify the judgment, and then possibly a Partition...

Can I hire an attorney to complete QDRO paperwork and deduct the fees from the portion of my 401K my ex-husband will receive?

You cannot hire an attorney for your husband and then stick your husband with the bill. It is up to him to hire his own attorney. If he has not...

We live in IL. My wife bought a house with her brother before we were married. What happens if they default on their mortgage?

Do either of you live in the house? If so, it would fall under the Family Expense Act and if they default the mortgage holder could pursue you for...

Do i qualify for disability and do i need a lawyer

A lot depends on how it affects your ability to function, such as your ability to grip, move, etc. Pain could also be a factor. PTSD and anxiety...

I filed bankruptcy in 2011, would my NON federal aid be included if I added it to my bankruptcy questionaire?

Debts owed directly to colleges/universities are considered student loans and are not automatically discharged. The college has a right to block...

Chapter 7-Can someone list as liability someone elses mortgage, if his name is not on it or on the title?

A Trustee is appointed to review case documents and question Debtors under oath. It is up to him/her to determine if there is fraud upon the...

My Ex refused to pay his share of the child's medical co-pays and correcponding legal fees as required, then filed for Chapter7

Child support and most taxes are not dischargeable in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. They are also "Priority Debts", meaning that they will be paid ahead...

Usually, yes. The party seeking dismissal would be dropped from the case and the case would proceed with only the remaining party. Upon...

The general rule is that husbands and wives are equally responsible for each others bills no matter who's name they are in. For example, Illinois...

In this district (Northern District of Illinois) you can file a Chapter 13 after receiving a Chapter 7 discharge. The Chapter 13 must be filed in...