As a creditor what can I expect at a chapter 13 hearing. Thank you in advance

My best advice is to keep your expectations low. The 341 hearing are very brief generally and do not get into detail about individual debts unless...

How much should a chapter 13 cost starting from the high end to the low end in Illinois & how much is too much for the fee?

Chapter 13 attorneys fees vary by district. There is a standard "no look" fee in most cases. This means that if the lawyer charges a this amount it...

Is it ever possible to file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and own a home?

The answer to the question posted is yes, it is possible. Whether or not you should is another matter altogether. That depends upon the totality...

When there are two children does each parent get to claim one child on the taxes?

The internal revenue code provides that the residential parent is the one who has the right to claim the children. This is the default position in...

He shouldn't be doing that kinda thing because its just rude, but legally it depends upon whether the property was marital or nonmarital. If he...

How do I know if my father is liable for a credit card established in 1972?

I have a few points of advice. First, you did good to request the contract and evidence showing that he is personally liable, but i imagine at...

Townhome Co op bylaws causing eviction after 22 years of residence

Well i have one thought and the facts do not answer a necessary question, but you might have a defense against any action for eviction for this...

Collecting on a wage garnishment

So long as the bankruptcy was closed, and indeed there was no discharge there is nothing stopping you from restarting collection activity including...

A minor can certainly enter into a contract , but in Illinois that contract is deem to be voidable. This is an important distinction from VOID. A...

Will the bankruptcy court look at the amount of child support?

The bankruptcy court is a federal court. Child support calculations are a state issue. Generally the feds stay out of the business of changing...