Questions answered by Brett Lorin Wittner

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What is the best way to deal with Zombie debt collectors?

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

Also, be on the lookout for any letters from them thanking you for your recent payment. If you receive a letter like that, more than likely they...

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Will marriage to an immigrant who previously violated immigration laws be a problem for a marriage visa approval?

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

They will scrutinize the issue and will be looking for any excuse to deny the visa moving forward. Use the Find a Lawyer feature on Avvo to meet...

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Bank sent a creditor's claim during probate for my mother's home loan that was discharged in bankruptcy, was that a violation?

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

The debt was discharged in her bankruptcy, unless she reaffirmed the mortgage. Her estate does not owe any money to the mortgage company. ...

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Doing a chapter 7 will my car be include in the chapter 7? Being that I just got financed for the car.

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

Included in the bankruptcy? Yes. Will the debt be discharged? Yes, unless you reaffirm the debt in the bankruptcy. Also, there can be some...

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Judgment and garnishment question

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

You should ask your attorney about what bills you should continue to pay. As for the judgment, it may or may not be a problem if they obtain a...

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If a firm has gone out of business in the process of your case what happens to the monies, because no one can find my case.

Brett's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

Did you file for Chapter 7 and the law firm representing you went out of business? If that is what happened, you need to get a new attorney right...

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Do I have a case?

Brett's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

Even though you entered into an agreement with them to take the money out of your account, it was ultimately your responsibility to make certain...

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What is the procedure involved and what form is required to file for a hardship discharge from a Chapter 13?

Brett's answer | Answered on June 30, 2015

If your original attorney is still the attorney on your case, you need to talk to him/her or terminate his/her services. The process of obtaining...

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Hello, I need to know how long I must reside my NEW state to file bankruptcy here.

Brett's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

As long as you have lived in Wisconsin for the last 91 days, Wisconsin would be the proper venue for you to file bankruptcy. I would encourage you...

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Chapter 13 and Death

Brett's answer | Answered on June 29, 2015

I am sorry to hear that your brother passed away. I assume he had an attorney, so you should speak to his attorney. A person who dies while in a...

Brett Lorin Wittner's Answers (565)

What is the best way to deal with Zombie debt collectors?

Will marriage to an immigrant who previously violated immigration laws be a problem for a marriage visa approval?

Bank sent a creditor's claim during probate for my mother's home loan that was discharged in bankruptcy, was that a violation?

Doing a chapter 7 will my car be include in the chapter 7? Being that I just got financed for the car.

Judgment and garnishment question

If a firm has gone out of business in the process of your case what happens to the monies, because no one can find my case.

Do I have a case?

What is the procedure involved and what form is required to file for a hardship discharge from a Chapter 13?

Hello, I need to know how long I must reside my NEW state to file bankruptcy here.

Chapter 13 and Death