Debt lawyer

If you have already been sued, it is a good idea to speak to an attorney who handles all three types of cases: debt negotiation, debt defense in...

Does returning a collection agency's phone call void a cease-and-desist letter I sent to them?

" After initially disputing the debt with the agency and requesting validation, I recently discovered that they had reported me anyways." When...

Are already withdrawn funds from retirement account dischargeable in Chapter 13 bankruptcy in California?

Are you asking if he can discharge the obligation to turn over 50% to former wife, OR if he can discharge obligation to "pay back" the amounts he...

Can an attorney continue garnishment for above and beyond judgment amount?

Was the post-judgment interest amount included in the "total amount due" on the WG-002 form (garnishment form)?

Do they have a judgment against you? If there's no judgment yet, have they sued you? They usually want the social security number to aid in their...

Is it legal for a car dealership to garnish a person after 10-11 years without any public notice?

Did the lender get a judgment against her? If so, was she actually served in the lawsuit? If there is a judgment but she was NOT served, you...

The debtor (now) wants to negotiate after I put the levy on his account. He wants me to remove the levy. But how do I collect?

If debtor truly needs the levied funds for necessities, he can demonstrate this to the court by filing a claim of exemption. As other attorneys...

Can I make a FOIA request to see if my judgment debtor filed taxes for past couple of years?

You are entitled to have an attorney represent you in the enforcement of a small claims judgment. California CCP 116.530(a)(4).

Is a debt settlement offer in an email, be an legal offer in writing?

This could be a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and / or Rosenthal Debt Collection Practices Act violation, depending on the exact email...

Hello An attorney obtained a judgment for a credit card debt. I negotiated with him and he sent me an offer through the email.

It sounds like you are considering re-opening the negotiation. If you are proposing new payment terms (a lump sum payment instead of 12 monthly...