Would I qualify for Chapter 7, and what would I need to get started?

As stated by others, you need to discuss your situation personally with a BK lawyer. I can email you a financial questionnaire which will help sort...

Should I file bankruptcy?

The best advice I can give you is to take up the offer from local Bakersfield BK lawyers offering free consultations. Click the Avvo tab "Find a...

I recommend you get a lawyer to draft a letter to Chase when you send your first payment. The letter will recite the terms of the settlement you...

Can a partially paid promissory note be transferred to third party? The debtor is in bankruptcy.

The Note is a debt and as such should be listed in Schedule F (if is unsecured). You are a creditor of the bankrupt debtor. You are free to...

Can I file chapter 7 bankruptcy prior to 8 years period?

Your husband can file without any trouble, but you cannot be a joint debtor on his petition because you will have to disclose your prior BK in NV...

I had a BK in 2007. Can I file for BK in 2015?

Yes, provided at least 8 years have elapsed since the date of filing your petition in 2007. Otherwise, you have the option of filing a Chapter 13....

More information is needed to give you useful advice. Your question has several "moving parts". I advise you to find/consult with a debtor's...

I have a trailer that I dont want. If I file Chapter 13 bankruptcy can I give it back and not pay any money on it?

Unless you are ineligible to do so, maybe a Chapter 7 is better for you. But if you believe a Chapter 13 is necessary, please confirm that by...

Late on my mortgage after mortgage was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

In my experience over 38 years as an attorney, I can tell you that the banks generally do not want to foreclose. It is usually a last resort. ...

Is there a law binding way to arrange a payment contract to collect unpaid rent dues without going to court?

Yes. Have your debtor sign a promissory note and, if possible, a security agreement pledging something of value to secure the promise. The Note...