Student Loan Adv. Proceeding: What laws allow the student to collect attorneys fee, etc. from creditors? And seal case records?

Atty Berkus is correct, your atty fees are not recoverable. Look at it this way: 1. You are now somewhat of an "expert" in this field; 2. By...

Can I fill out proof of service of document?

All Proofs of Service should be signed by someone over age 18 who is not a "party" to the case.

In bankruptcy, for the means test and for form 6i, is early withdrawal from an IRA considered as income?

It is like withdrawing money from your savings account, not income, but the IRA account is an asset which you can fully exempt under most...

Discharged bk7 3/2010 reopened case 9/26/13 and approved by court. what do I do next. reopened due to a judgment 8/2012

File a motion to avoid judgment lien pursuant to 11 USC §522(f). You will need an appraisal of your property, copy of the recorded judgment,...

In California, when a husband and wife are legally separated, and the husband makes major credit card purchases

Usually, CC companies pursue the applicant. If they cannot legally collect from the husband due to his BK, they might look to the wife. If the...

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How long should wait after bk to lease a car

It's really up to the leasing company and their specific policies. Apply now and see what happens. Good luck.

California chapter 7 bankruptcy. Can the 704 automobile exemption be split among different vehicles? In other words, 2,1400 cars

Attorneys Chen and Whittaker are correct on the exemption flexibility.

What will happen to the mortgage loan I have with my mom in a Chapter 7 bk?

You don't want to reaffirm your mortgage, just keep making the payments. If, at some time in the future, you qualify for a refi, the lack of a...

Can I file for Bankruptcy if I hold joint title in an inherited property?

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Call your trustee's office to see what is their "grace period". Good luck and congratulations on getting your pro se Plan confirmed!