What is the maximum amount of equity that can be protected in a Chapter 7 filing in Maryland?

The homestead exemption in Maryland is $22975 and you can use an additional $6,000 exemption. You may be qualified to use the tenants by entirety...

I need a consultation with a bankruptcy attorney. How do I go about FINDING or getting REFERRED to a reputable b/r lawyer?

I agree that www.nacba.org is a good web site to start with for referrals. That organization is called the National Association of Consumer...

I have a satisfied judgment against me from 2011 from a credit card company. I would like to have judgment off my credit report.

If you believe the credit agency report reflects the judgment in error you may submit a dispute of the statement along with proof of the...

I go before mediation in a few days.

I recommend you have representation at the mediation hearing. The mediation process and the loan modification process go hand in hand. You should...

I filled chapter 7. AMEX was listed on the Schedule F. There is still a judgement open at the Clerks office. AMEX is asking

I agree with the first answer, as long as American Express was listed as a creditor they should not be contacting you for any reason, to collect...

Can you catch up on Mortgage payments prior to filing chapter 7?

Generally yes making those mortgage payments should not be a problem. But you should consult with your bankruptcy attorney prior to making these...

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I'm being sue by a credit card? What to do?

Having an attorney on your side can be an enormous benefit. Experienced attorneys can structure payment plans to resolve the lawsuit. It may be...

A Lien has been recorded against my property but not taken to Court. My property is now for sale in foreclosure.

If there is a surplus from the sale after the first lien holder is paid, then the lien may be satisfied in full. If there are insufficient funds...

Is $126,000.00 the maximum homestead exemption in the state of Maryland for Bankruptcy ? What are the statutes which grant it?

In Maryland the homestead exemption is limited to $21,625. If your home is owned by you and a spouse, you should consult an attorney to discuss...

Do I need a lawyer to file for bankruptcy and is there someone that will do it for cheap?

I agree with the other attorneys. Hiring a cheap bankruptcy attorney (or not using an attorney at all--is not a good idea) is not a good use of...