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I have talked with 3 Bankruptcy attorneys. None are clear when I can file

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 21, 2014

There is only 1 "time-related" requirement to file Chapter 7 and that is that you have not previously filed within the past 8 years. The advice...

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California Corporation small business that is broke how do I file bankruptcy on the judgment is it possible?

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 21, 2014

Corporations can file for BK but corporate debts are not discharged. If you personally guaranteed corporate debts, you will have to pay them. If...

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What is a fair percentage to offer as a bid on bankruptcy assets?

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 20, 2014

The bid is based on the value of the assets being sold. Its like an auction. If no one else bids or the reserve is not met, the highest bidder is...

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I'm winding down my corporation

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 20, 2014

More information is needed to give you useful advice. Unless the corporation has pledged its assets as collateral for its debts, most likely the...

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I want to break my lease with 15 months left. if i do can i file bankruptcy. Can I move and protect myself with bankruptcy?

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 19, 2014

I concur with the response from atty Elie. It looks like you are a good prospect for a Chapter 7. The remaining balance of your lease appears to...

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Should I wait until after Chapter 7 bankruptcy to start collecting my pension?

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 19, 2014

More info is needed to give you useful advice. How much will you be receiving per month? Your lump sum retirement is 100% exempt (unless it is...

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My home was in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in February of 2012 when the state of California dissolved the Redevelopment Agencies;

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 18, 2014

I concur with atty Spainhower and Waddell. Check the court docket to see if the mortgage creditor filed a proof of claim. If so, the claim will...

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I filed Ch. 7 bankruptcy and one of the creditors objected (my ex father-in-law). I filed a response and now have an attorney.

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 18, 2014

More information is needed to give you useful advice. It sounds like you owe money to your ex-father in law and he is a creditor. A creditor who...

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On the 1st page of the Master Mailing List for a Chapter 7 BK, it shows on the example form a place to insert the debtor, co

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

Attys Bunce and McNutt have given you correct advice. Follow it.

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Going back to court for "opposing to motion for relief from automatic stay"

Stuart's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

In order to give you useful advice, more facts are needed. What is your defense to the motion for relief of stay?

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I have talked with 3 Bankruptcy attorneys. None are clear when I can file

California Corporation small business that is broke how do I file bankruptcy on the judgment is it possible?

What is a fair percentage to offer as a bid on bankruptcy assets?

I'm winding down my corporation

I want to break my lease with 15 months left. if i do can i file bankruptcy. Can I move and protect myself with bankruptcy?

Should I wait until after Chapter 7 bankruptcy to start collecting my pension?

My home was in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in February of 2012 when the state of California dissolved the Redevelopment Agencies;

I filed Ch. 7 bankruptcy and one of the creditors objected (my ex father-in-law). I filed a response and now have an attorney.

On the 1st page of the Master Mailing List for a Chapter 7 BK, it shows on the example form a place to insert the debtor, co

Going back to court for "opposing to motion for relief from automatic stay"