Can a person file for bankruptcy while going though a divorce?

As mentioned by the colleagues here, bankruptcy and divorce often go hand in hand. However you may want to consider the timing of the bankruptcy...

What is time to recover credit score after chapter 7

There are lots of little and big things you can do to repair you credit. Some, the other attorneys have suggested. However a few more I can...

Regarding chapter 7. Do I need to file 13 yr old taxes when I haven't been required to file for the last 12 years?

Since it is a Chapter 7 you do have to provide tax returns to the Trustee prior to your hearing, however if you have a legitimate reason for not...

Rec'd chapter 7 discharge last year. Now considering filing chapter 13 b/c of problems w/ mortgage, etc. How does prior 7 affect

Yes, you can still file a 13 despite the proximity of filing of the 7. The only way your 13 will be affected by the 7 is in that you will no...

My husband and I are filing for bankruptcy. Our only income is from SS. Our only asset is a 2007 Hyundai with 5,300 miles.

While you likely have more assets, they are probably of insignificant value. I do mention this because if you are doing this bankruptcy on your...

Does a chapter 7 trustee value property at the time of petition, or current market value?

As the other attorneys have pointed out, your schedules are required to reflect the value of the property as of the date of filing. However, if...

My brother got sue in Civil Court for not able to pay the credit card (he lost job past 4 years). Can we settle out of Court?

Yes, you can contact the law firm and offer to settle the debt. It is impossible to say how much they would be willing to accept - you asked if...

Here in central district, the most you can be charged by a document preparer (and yes, this includes paralegals no matter some of them think they...

In California, what document is considered a closing order in a BK

The discharge should have been sufficient, however typically after they issue you a formal discharge letter, this does not mean that your case is...

How many bank levy's can I do ? I have a judgement for a decent amount.

You can continue levying accounts belonging to the judgment debtor until your judgment is satisfied in full.