Yes. Your attorney serves at your request and his services may be terminated by you at any point. If you signed a retainer agreement, be sure to...

Briefly, what is the purpose of the IRS Local Standards in bankruptcy proceedings? If your disposable income is just a little

BK is not a DIY project. The Means Test is used to see whether or not you "qualify" for a Chapter 7 case. If you have an attorney assist you, you...

Can a discharged debtor (chapter 7 BK) continue to report a balance owing after the debt is officially discharged?

You are correct. A creditor whose debt has been discharged in BK is required to show a zero balance with the notation: "discharged in BK" or some...

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Hi, What to do if a California C-Corp owes taxes but it's close to bankruptcy? Will govt also chase shareholder?

I concur with my colleagues. Set up an appt with a BK lawyer. Click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer". Some offer a free consultation by phone or in...

Filed ch. 7 BK in July and included my home. bank has filed a motion for the stay to be lifted. How long can I live in the house

You have about 4 mos starting the day the lender records a Notice of Default.

I have a 341 hearing scheduled at 8 AM, in Los Angeles. What time, approximately, can I expect my case to be called?

I agree with atty Fenn and add that your attorney can request priority if your place is near or at the end of the docket. It is up to the...

Does a chapter 7 discharge apply to property after the discharge?

More information is needed to give you useful advice. As mentioned by others, post-BK debt is not covered by an earlier BK.

Can a bankruptcy court take your equity in your life insurance? and how much?

Sorry to hear of your dilemma, but this is not your only problem. Apparently you are doing the BK yourself. Big mistake. One that may cost you...

Is it possible to subpoena the conservator as conservator of 2 persons who is also the debtor in the same bankruptcy proceeding

I concur with my colleagues and add: Click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer" Some offer a free consultation in person or on the phone. The back and...

Is there an order from the court to attach to the subpoena to appear/testify in a court hearing (For B255)?

Atty Gambrell sums up very well the purpose of Avvo forum. BK is not a DIY project. Click the Avvo tab, "Find a Lawyer" in your area. Some offer...