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Can we file for Chap. 13 Bankruptcy if our only income is Soc. Security, & Retirement. We have about $200 disposable income.

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Something else to consider: you may be judgement-proof. While you say you have about $200 in disposible income, that may not be actually the...

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I want to walk away from my second mortgage . I cannot find who owns it . So I cant rife . What could happen ?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

I agree with Mr. Gramham. My two cents is this: I have known some homeowners whose home is extremely "underwater" do nothing--includle not pay the...

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What is a restraining order (domestic violence) based on specifically and what is the time frame of the incident to occur

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Having attended a few RO hearings in S.F., I can tell you, from personal experience, that the SF courts will focus in on three issues: 1) facts; 2)...

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How do we select schools in the event the custodial parent will live closer towards my residence?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

It is not uncommon in the situation when a person is self-represented, for the attorney for the other side to try and bully the self-represented...

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What should i do next?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

It also sounds likey you might need further information on how to complete your divorce--especially if your wife decides to not file a Response...

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In CA , is there a form I use to amend a petition for legal separation and requests for custody , supports and attorney's fees?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

The Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has a box that says "Amended". So, you would use the same form to "amend" your Petition for...

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During divorce can husband get half of everything in my name?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

The California law is as follows: with few exceptions, everything and anything acquired DURING the marital period is presumed to be community...

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Is a federal student loan taken out during marriage considered a joint debt that is part of community property/debts in divorce?

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

Something to also consider is a right of the community estate to seek reimbursements for student loan payments made during the marital...

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Family law

Linda's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

In reviewing your "comment" I noticed you were referring to an appeal. Keep in mind that the family laws have recently changed regarding child...

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Ex husband purchased hour prior to use getting married. After we filed for divorce house went into foreclosure.

Linda's answer | Answered on February 28, 2013

I agree with my colleague that you don't seem to have anything to be concerned about. I can't tell you have many times I have received calls from...

Linda Calderon Garrett's Answers (291)

Can we file for Chap. 13 Bankruptcy if our only income is Soc. Security, & Retirement. We have about $200 disposable income.

I want to walk away from my second mortgage . I cannot find who owns it . So I cant rife . What could happen ?

What is a restraining order (domestic violence) based on specifically and what is the time frame of the incident to occur

How do we select schools in the event the custodial parent will live closer towards my residence?

What should i do next?

In CA , is there a form I use to amend a petition for legal separation and requests for custody , supports and attorney's fees?

During divorce can husband get half of everything in my name?

Is a federal student loan taken out during marriage considered a joint debt that is part of community property/debts in divorce?

Family law

Ex husband purchased hour prior to use getting married. After we filed for divorce house went into foreclosure.