I recently had a default judgment for $XXK in Colorado and had some "advice" from counsel suggesting that I file for bankruptcy

It sounds like you are not confident in the "advice" you have recieved from your attorney. If that is the case, then you need to get a second...

Why would a collection agency sent back a payment sent to them in good faith? can they go after us checking acct on our ss?

While your social security is exempt from garnishment, you don't want to have the suprise of a garnishment that you then have to defend. That will...

What claim form do i need?

As the responses of my collegues point out, there is generally protection for domestic support obligations and they are generally not discharged in...

My wife is going to Pre Trial for Debt of credit card that falls under Statue of Limitaions.

Your question uses the term "Prosecutor". While the term is technically correct because the attorney appears to be prosecuting the case, I'm...

I paid over $600 to a creditor in Colorado. I borrowed a $9,000 student loan, deposited the check and paid back $6,000.

With this much at stake, why would you not seek counsel to help with this. The quesiton you asked may only be the tip of the iceberg. Do yourself...

Do I need to include 410K and life insurance policy amounts in a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

It is a serious mistake to file bankruptcy without competent counsel. Do yourself a favor and find a good lawyer to heip with this.

How do I remove myself as trustee while living in Asia?

A trustee can always resign, but you probably should discuss this with a lawyer.

I agree with my collegues that you are not required to give this information to a debt collector. However, I also agree that you are not likely to...

You didn't say where the business is located, either legally or practically. If the business in also located in Germany, you will probably need to...

Keeping a vechicle from a lease

Your question is a little confusing, but if your niece has fully performed the contract, the fact that a cosigner filed for bankruptcy has no...