My knee jerk reaction is "why would you want to?" Perhaps you want to purchase a tradmark as opposed to a business name. In that case you need...

I filed chapter 7 on sept. 9, 2012 and i included all creditos in during my counseling.

Had you advised your attorney that you had been sued and a judgment entered? If not, it's unlikely that the attorney would have checked the county...

Are there any penalties if I file a correct tax return with IRS but a false one with my bankruptcy attorney?

This is definitely a question that should be dealt with an attorney face to face. There is a great risk that you could be making criminal...

My wife owes $22,000 in credit card bills.

I'm afraid I'll have to pile on the band wagon. There are many possible effects from her filing the bankruptcy: some good ,some bad; all depending...

My mother in law helped us pay $3000 towards a car that we took a loan out on the car in our name. Can we legally take the car?

Legally, if only your name is on the car and the car loan, it would appear the car is yours. Your mother-in-law may be owed an unsecured debt by...

After Filing Chapter 13, do I need to file a "Stay"

As stated, you should notify opposing counsel and the court as a courtesy at the very least. If you have the stamped front page of your petition,...

How do I make a creditor correct wrong information on my credit report after Chapter 7 discharge?

I realize this wasn't the question, but please remember, the HELOC may have been discharged, but to the extent you still own your house, it is...

Chapter 7bankruptcy with asset discharged but not closed

There is no time limit in an open 7 to file an objection to claim. That being said, will it make any difference. If the assets of the estate are...

My business went under and we need to file for commercial bankruptcy. Can I do that on my own?

IF the business is a separate entity and not a sole proprietorship, you must have an attorney to file a bankruptcy or any other legal proceeding...

Workers Compensation Claims or a portion of them may be exempt in California depending upon what exemptions you chose and what other assets you may...