There is a so-called "no -look" fee maximum in Central District for a Chapter 7 case of $5000 if the debtor is self employed, otherwise $4000. ...

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In a Chapt 13 is there a rule that limits how far back they can go in time with their requests for me to produce documents?

I recall several prior questions pertaining to the Rule 2004 process. It sounds like you're trying to avoid using an experienced BK atty and...

Chapter 7 bankruptcy has been approved and have the discharge of debtor . There was a $4500 judgement in small claim court

I suspect the small claims court judgment and ensuing bench warrant will be discharged in your BK provided you listed the debt in your schedules. ...

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West Asset Management is now collecting my student loan debt, can they enforce my employer to withhold money for repayment

I agree with atty Berkus. There are certain procedural steps preceding a wage garnishment which give you an opportunity to be heard. In CA 100%...

Bankruptcy questions

Your remedy is under the student loan "hardship" procedure under the so-called "Brunner Test". In order to discharge them in bankruptcy you...

I concur with the responses given by my colleagues. Closing a case is different from entry of discharge, but the difference is of little...

Need help in determining debts discharged in a bankruptcy proceeding.

My colleagues are correct. All the mortgage debt is discharged. The mortgage lien survives and any subsequent foreclosure has no bearing on you. ...

BK AUDIT

I concur with my colleagues. If you believe the auditor's requests are unreasonable, discuss them with your lawyer and he/she will determine the...

Mobile Home Exemption in chp7 bankrupty

Probably, but you must select the same category of exemptions (§703 or §704) for your case. You cannot mix and match between the two. Remember,...