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My lawyer took my retainer fee and has not returned my calls ...basically quit my case can i report him

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 20, 2014

The "nuclear option" is to file a complaint with the TN State Bar Assoc., but maybe you should file a Small Claims case for a refund. Depending...

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Can I have my chapter 7 trustee investigated for mismanagement of my case. I have been in Chapter 7 for 4 years.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 17, 2014

More information is needed to give you useful advice. Why is a Chapter 7 trustee taking money from you? Do you mean you filed a Chapter 13?

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Can a chapter 13 bankruptcy prevent an eviction after the hearing? Or, can I file a motion to try & overturn a stip judgement?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 15, 2014

If you signed a stipulation for judgment, that gives the landlord the ability to get a quick relief of stay if you do a bankruptcy. However, if...

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I am from california, I filed bankruptcy in Oct 2013, I included my mortgage with a reaffimation, they will not accept paym't.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 14, 2014

More information is needed to give you any useful information. If you don't pay your mortgage you can lose your house.

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My bankruptcy is approaching 10 years. How long does it take for a discharge, and how soon can I refinance ?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 11, 2014

You can apply for a refi at any time. Depending on the lender, policies vary as to the impact of a 10 yr old BK. Shop around til you get what...

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Family and I have an unlawfull derainer ( STATE COURT) suite pending. Also a chapter 7 B/K petition pending.( FEDERAL COURT)

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 11, 2014

This appears to be a repeat post. Previous counsel have explained what is needed, but I'll go over it again. The UD filed against you by the LL...

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I have one last debt from my S corporation. Do I file personal or Business Bankruptcy? Do not know if personal guarantee.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 11, 2014

Attys Berkus and Driskill have given you excellent advice. Businesses do not get a discharge of its debts so it is usually a waste of time/money...

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What happens when a suit has been decided, despite the court having received "notice" of one party's Chap. 7 filing?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 10, 2014

Based on the facts you've provided, it appears that the small claims lawsuit should have been stayed, provided the accident did not occur AFTER the...

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When I receive form edc 5-200 does that mean my chapter 13 payments ends.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 10, 2014

This question should be answered by your own BK lawyer. If you don't have one, congratulations on navigating a very tricky path to this point. ...

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In California, Is a separated spouse considered an insider or relative for bankruptcy purposes?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 09, 2014

Yes, she is probably an "insider" for BK purposes, but all that means is the payment must be disclosed on your SOFA and, depending on the amount,...

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My lawyer took my retainer fee and has not returned my calls ...basically quit my case can i report him

Can I have my chapter 7 trustee investigated for mismanagement of my case. I have been in Chapter 7 for 4 years.

Can a chapter 13 bankruptcy prevent an eviction after the hearing? Or, can I file a motion to try & overturn a stip judgement?

I am from california, I filed bankruptcy in Oct 2013, I included my mortgage with a reaffimation, they will not accept paym't.

My bankruptcy is approaching 10 years. How long does it take for a discharge, and how soon can I refinance ?

Family and I have an unlawfull derainer ( STATE COURT) suite pending. Also a chapter 7 B/K petition pending.( FEDERAL COURT)

I have one last debt from my S corporation. Do I file personal or Business Bankruptcy? Do not know if personal guarantee.

What happens when a suit has been decided, despite the court having received "notice" of one party's Chap. 7 filing?

When I receive form edc 5-200 does that mean my chapter 13 payments ends.

In California, Is a separated spouse considered an insider or relative for bankruptcy purposes?