Is my new agreement with him valid after his bankruptcy?

I fully agree with the other attorneys. Only I would take it one step further. What you did in getting "him to write something up saying he still...

You can change exemption systems if you qualify. However, you need to know what you have that is at risk. The first thing that needed to be done...

How do I know this is not a scam? Is this even legal? Can they contact my relatives about serving me?

First, these "debt consolidation" companies do NOT have the ability to force any creditor to accept their payment plan. Usually they take and...

Does anyone know where I can find more information on the new California homestead exemption 2016?

The 704 "standard" homestead exemption has not changed at all (though Senate Bill 308 that is in the Assembly would substantially increase those...

I don't think you will like what I have to tell you. You are liable for the loans YOU signed for. Worse yet, it is highly likely that they cannot...

What if the only one secured debt is time/SOL barred, will it need to be paid while filing bankruptcy 13 or avoid paying?

I can't speak to your situation. Your attorney is being paid to represent you. If you are not comfortable with your attorney it is perfectly okay...

If I accept the settlement for back child support would it be exempt from my chapter 13 or do I have to submit it to the trustee

There are several issues here. First, unless you are using the wildcard exemptions (703.140) and have available wild card room to protect it, YOUR...

Can a civil lawsuit of a creditor against the debtor become property of the trustee if a proof of claim is filed?

I would wholeheartedly agree with the advice the other attorneys have given. You need to see a skilled bankruptcy attorney now!! Your rights are...

Can I get an extension on paying my two late and my current payment for my chapter 13 until march 1, 2016?

As the other attorneys have stated, you should be talking to your bankruptcy attorney first. Having said that, you are dealing with either Jan...

Can you pick and choose what exemptions to use between one of the California systems and the non-bankruptcy federal exemptions?

I have to agree with my colleges. Doing bankruptcy representing yourself is like doing brain surgery on yourself. The results of either is not ...