Is there a difference between lawyers when filing chapter 13 and can I use it for my benefit in child support

As state previously, Chapter 13s are not something to do without a Bankruptcy attorney. Statistically, (at least in the Central District of...

Can the attorney ask me the Debitor about finances in th past?

If the "hearing" is a Chapter 7 Meeting of Creditors, the scope of a creditor's questions can only be about what is in your petition, specifically,...

Can I file a civil suit against my tenant since her bankruptcy case is dismissed ?

As stated previously, if you file the lawsuit or an eviction, the tenant will probably file another Bankruptcy. However, when a debtor files two...

Auto finance company went bankrupt.

Your Bankruptcy did not remove the lien on the car, but only discharged your liability for the debt. The lien will probably be sold to another...

What can I do?

It very common for debts to be sold and resold. However, this does not mean that the statue of limitations clock restarts each time the debt is...

When an ex wife is filing chapter 7 bankruptcy, and she still owes $10,000 in court ordered fees to you?

Under 11 U.S.C. Section 523(a)(5), domestic support obligations (spousal and child support) are nondischargeable in any Chapter of the Bankruptcy...

How much equity can I have in my home to file chapter 7 married spouse is permanently disabled I am working

In a Chapter 7, the less equity you have in your home, the better. However, it is risky business to file a 7 with real property, even when there...

You can certainly file, but whether you can confirm a plan or whether you should is a totally different story. Why do you want to file? Do you...

I have a slightly different answer than the others. There is a form in the petition packet called the statement of intention. The purpose of the...

How can I protect my income tax from bankruptcy

Assuming you filed an emergency petition, you need to file the rest of the forms within the 14 days or the Court will dismiss the case. Otherwise,...