Does cancelling my credit cards and applying for new ones lower my credit score?

Yes. In general canceling hurts your credit. Better to keep them open and unused than close. Again, in general. It helps b/c it lowers your...

Child Support Modification

File a Request for Orders for Modification stating the reasons why. Serve her with demands for paystubs. Usually orders are retroactive to date...

I gave a loan to a person for his business. He later filed bankruptcy. Can I sue him for fraud?

You would need to file an adversary proceeding. See 11 USC 523 (exceptions to discharge) for what is not dischargeable in bankruptcy. If you...

What am I entitled to when I am 1 of 5 people listed on the deed for our home? I'm getting divorced.

This is a fact specific question requiring more facts for an intelligent answer. I suggest you seek a consultation with a family law attorney if...

Attorney's fees in divorce

Don't know what the Judge will do, but correct the mishap with the subpoena and get those bank records.

I filed Chapter 13 in 2008, I was discharged two weeks ago. My attorney was paid $8,000.00. Received a bill from him for $3000??

Ask him. Did he perform other services? Have you asked him. If so what was his answer. Review your client engagement agreement before calling him.

Can I get alimony if the marriage is less than 10 years?

You will not remain on his insurance. You may get spousal support for a short time, possibly half the marriage. Possibly more. Review Family...

Not sure what this means, A photocopy form with original signature are required for filing. (Will I never get this right)

New corrected copy. Can't be sure of anything w/out seeing papers. And if you can't afford an attorney use self help desk and find pro bono...

If you are paying on your car, that loan is the superior lien. So this is a previous landlord with a judgment 2 years old seeking to collect. ...

Clarification on how much longer it might take to getting the final judgement back (FL-180) in Divorce?

3 weeks to four months in my experience.