Do I need to reopen my bankruptcy if i have to file a 522(f)

The short answer is Yes. If you did your own BK, you were probably unaware of the survival of judgment liens against your residential property. I...

How long after paying a lawyer for a chapter 13 will it be approved in California?

Your case should be filed when the attorney has lined up all the BK ducks. A 13 case has lots of moving parts and getting the best possible Plan...

In the Central District can a motion to reopen a case, after discharge and closure, be filed in order to file a reaffirmation

Will the lender return the car to you if you pay up the back payments and repo fees? If so, will they insist on a reaff?

I know you cannot file another chapter 7 for 8 years. Is it 8 years from the date you filed or the date it was finalized?

The 8 years is measured between the 2 filing dates. You need to take 2 financial counseling sessions, 1 before you file and 1 after you file. ...

Discharge of Debtor After Completion of Chapter 13 plan

You have been granted a discharge upon successful completion of your payment plan.

I want to file a chapter 7 bankrutpcy and want to keep making payments on my car without reaffirming it.

You will face an uphill battle and how much depends on who is the lender, whether or not you are current on payments and have a clean payment...

Why I need to disclose my prior bankruptcy case?

In my opinion, from the facts provided, it is unnecessary for the corporation to file BK. I would withdraw the BK on the corporation and if not...

I filed chap. 7 pro se. failed to list bank accounts. filing amended schedules b & c . my mom's bank acct. was froze

You need to file and serve Amended Schedule B and Statement of Financial Affairs. Get a notarized declaration from your mom stating that the money...

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Are retainer fees for photography sessions nonrefundable if no photos were ever taken?

Small claims is your best bet at this point. Most judges disfavor technical defenses which result in an injustice. Good luck.

What is the law of abandonment in california?

I believe atty Sarieh is correct. There must be a cessation of contact and support before his conduct rises to "abandonment".