In bankruptcy, how is the separate property of a non-filing spouse liable? Does it matter what the source of the debt is?

As other responses have stated, separate property is not part of the bankruptcy estate. However, characterizing property as separate vs. community...

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Should I try to settle my bank account debt before or after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

I agree with Mr. Waddell's comments and would like to add the following: while I do not know whether the "fraud" has already been proven against...

I have a 341 hearing for my chapter 7 bankruptcy case.

FYI, I practice in the Northern District of California. I may be available to specially appear. If you would like, you can have your attorney...

Yes, many attorneys have payment plans or flat-fee plans. If you already have a divorce agreement, and would like an attorney to review it, this...

Can I be still liable for a statute of limitation barred loan if husband made a payment while separated.

If they sue you for breach of contract, you can assert SOL as a defense, but Husband's parents will then have the opportunity to show that Husband...

Collection agency has judgement against me from 2008 . got copy of suppose served summons . it has no signature of person served

It sounds like the agency obtained a default judgment against you. If you dispute the judgment, you should contact a local legal aid office or...

I have filed bankrupureg what can i do.

An attorney has an obligation to keep his/her client informed of the status of the case. That said, you may not have heard anything from your...

If I'm the only creditor in a bankruptcy and another company has a judgment against the debtor, how will I get money due me?

As Mr. Berkus points out, there are a number of factors that will determine whether you will end up collecting anything or nothing. If the debt...

Is a 2004 hearing mandatory part of bankruptcy proceedings

Your flat-fee agreement should itemize what services are covered and what are not. Generally, flat-fee agreements don't include the 2004 hearing,...

Do I have to file my chapter 7 papers in person, or can I file electronically or by mail?

A bankruptcy attorney will be able to file for you electronically. A Chapter 7 case is generally handled on a flat-fee basis. I would urge you to...