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My question is, when did the judgment become official to begin the tolling of time for renewel or expiration.

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

It appears the judgment was entered at or near the date of the hearing/minute order 16 Nov 2005. A judgment is enforceable for 10 years from the...

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Married looking to file chapter 7 individually. Wife has assets in her name. Would putting into irrevocable trust protect?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

Short answer: "No". All assets of the non-filing spouse must be disclosed. The trustee will evaluate all the assets in determining whether or...

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Can I file for chapter 7 BK even if I just leased a new Honda last month?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 08, 2016

There is no impediment to your filing BK 7 simply because of the recent leased car deal. BK is not a DIY project. Some Avvo lawyers offer a free...

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I work at a family owned business. Would putting a freeze on my credit reports thwart any efforts to "snoop around"

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 08, 2016

I concur with my colleagues. BK is not a "private" matter. Anyone can get access to your file if they want to.

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Can you pick and choose what exemptions to use between one of the California systems and the non-bankruptcy federal exemptions?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 08, 2016

You cannot pick and choose between the two systems. Pick 703 or 704. BK is not a DIY project. Find/consult and hire a BK lawyer by clicking the...

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What recourse do I have against someone pursuing pre-petition debt?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 05, 2016

Your recourse is to keep up the pressure on your lawyer who you paid to represent you in a matter about which you have little or no expertise. ...

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What is the answer to the above question

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

I concur with the response by atty Rausa which is "spot on". In addition, there has be a recent surge in bogus calls allegedly coming from the IRS...

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Can I start a nonprofit to take donations to pay my own student loans?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

I agree with atty Gist and add: Instead of getting things complex with creating a non-profit corporation which may not truly be "non-profit" have...

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Can I accept a settlement if my chapter 13 plan is complete, but not discharged?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

Since the 2013 worker's comp injury claim occurred after you filed your 13 in 2011, it did not exist pre-petition. However, your Chapter 13...

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Do I need to hire and attorney? What should my next steps be?

Stuart's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

I agree with my colleagues and add: This is not a DIY project. You do need a lawyer to protect your rights, including asserting all your...

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My question is, when did the judgment become official to begin the tolling of time for renewel or expiration.

Married looking to file chapter 7 individually. Wife has assets in her name. Would putting into irrevocable trust protect?

Can I file for chapter 7 BK even if I just leased a new Honda last month?

I work at a family owned business. Would putting a freeze on my credit reports thwart any efforts to "snoop around"

Can you pick and choose what exemptions to use between one of the California systems and the non-bankruptcy federal exemptions?

What recourse do I have against someone pursuing pre-petition debt?

What is the answer to the above question

Can I start a nonprofit to take donations to pay my own student loans?

Can I accept a settlement if my chapter 13 plan is complete, but not discharged?

Do I need to hire and attorney? What should my next steps be?