What to expect from your first bankruptcy consultation with an attorney
Mar 03, 2014
Attorneys handle consultations differently. Below is how things are done at my office, and the offices of some of my colleagues. The free 30 minute telephone consultation I start every case...
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What Information Will I need to File Bankrutpcy?
Mar 03, 2014
A bankruptcy is made up of many different documents which include the Petition, Schedules, Statement of Financial Affairs, Statement of Intentions, and Means Test. To properly prepare a bankruptcy, t...
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Bankruptcy - What is the Chapter 7 Means Test?
Mar 03, 2014
This legal guide discusses the Chapter 7 Means test which became a requirement in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy cases in 2005. The Chapter 7 Means Test The "Means Test" is the result of what is commonly referr...
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Bankruptcy - Are you Exempt from the Chapter 7 Means Test?
Mar 03, 2014
The first question to ask before completing the Chapter 7 Means Test is whether the Debtor is exempt from completing the means test for any of the reasons discussed below The Debtor's debts are not pr...
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Sample Debt Dispute/Debt Validation Letter
Mar 03, 2014
If you receive a phone call or letter from a collector and you are not sure whether you really owe the debt or the amount they say you owe is correct, you have the right to send the collector a debt d...
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HOW TO PAY FOR BANKRUPTCY
Mar 03, 2014
Filing bankruptcy can be expensive, especially when you plan to hire an attorney. Here are some tips on how to come up with the fees necessary to get your bankruptcy case filed and begin your fresh s...
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HOA DUES AND BANKRUPTCY
Mar 03, 2014
Homeowners association dues frequently come hand in hand with condominium ownership, as well as other types of housing. Many homeowners elect not to keep their homes after bankruptcy. Bankruptcy can...
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Lies Collection Agencies Tell....
Mar 01, 2014
Collection agencies buy up debts for pennies on the dollar hoping to get some return on their investment. They typically engage in strongarm tactics to get their money, including calling repeatedly a...
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Bankruptcy Timing - When to file the Petition and Related Documents
Feb 17, 2014
Proper timing is often crucial in bankruptcy cases. This legal guide explores the important issue of when is the best time to file bankruptcy in various scenarios. Emergency Filings If there is a pe...
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BANKRUPTCY - WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR MEETING OF CREDITORS
Feb 17, 2014
This legal guide explains what happens at the Section 341 "Meeting of Creditors" - an important hearing that takes place in bankruptcy cases. The Meeting of Creditors - What is it? The Chapter 7 Meeti...
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