Questions answered by Latife Helen Neu

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Would a 3,000,000 lawsuit for securities fraud be discharged in a chapter 7?

Latife's answer | Answered on July 29, 2014

With this kind of issue hanging in the balance, you shouldn't be relying on free legal advice. Hire a sophisticated bankruptcy attorney immediately.

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Can I get my ticket out of collections & make payments if its only been in collections for few days ?

Latife's answer | Answered on July 14, 2014

It sounds like you are ready to take responsibility for your actions and their consequences. Congratulations. Pick up the phone and call the...

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Is an AP summons on a BK7 valid if it was filed after the stated Objection deadline on Form 9A?

Latife's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

The deadline that would govern should be stated on your notice of filing document as "Deadline to Object to Debtor's Discharge or to Challenge...

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Can I still file bankruptcy if the collector already withdrawal money from my bank account?

Latife's answer | Answered on July 11, 2014

You can file, and you may be able to get the funds back. Hire an experienced bankruptcy attorney who is familiar with the process of recovering...

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A family member recently called me and told me that someone came to her house looking for me regarding a debt.

Latife's answer | Answered on June 27, 2014

You are doing the right thing by trying to get control of the situation now. Talk to a lawyer to make a plan to defend or settle this matter, or...

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Chapter 7

Latife's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

There's no reason you can't file a simple chapter 7, from what you describe. I recommend you find a lawyer you are comfortable with, and let...

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I am unable to pay off an old judgement against me due to the accumulated interest, is there anything I can do?

Latife's answer | Answered on June 14, 2014

I agree that a chapter 7 is likely to give you the quickest results, including getting your license back. If you are not ready to go this route,...

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Our chapter 13 has just been confirmed. Our attorney fired us because our case was more complicated and harder than he thought.

Latife's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

Your bankruptcy attorney has to get court approval to withdraw from your case. Has he filed a motion to withdraw? A copy of any such motion to...

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Question: I have a tic worth about $500K. Is there an exemption I can use to protect it in bankruptcy?

Latife's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

As mysterious as your question is, it highlights the fact that anyone with significant assets really should not consider filing a bankruptcy...

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A client I did freelance work for and sent an invoice 2 months ago respond by email but have not paid me.

Latife's answer | Answered on May 28, 2014

Your next step should be to pick up the phone and try to have a conversation with the client. Given the stress and expense of even simple...

Latife Helen Neu's Answers (183)

Would a 3,000,000 lawsuit for securities fraud be discharged in a chapter 7?

Can I get my ticket out of collections & make payments if its only been in collections for few days ?

Is an AP summons on a BK7 valid if it was filed after the stated Objection deadline on Form 9A?

Can I still file bankruptcy if the collector already withdrawal money from my bank account?

A family member recently called me and told me that someone came to her house looking for me regarding a debt.

Chapter 7

I am unable to pay off an old judgement against me due to the accumulated interest, is there anything I can do?

Our chapter 13 has just been confirmed. Our attorney fired us because our case was more complicated and harder than he thought.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Question: I have a tic worth about $500K. Is there an exemption I can use to protect it in bankruptcy?

A client I did freelance work for and sent an invoice 2 months ago respond by email but have not paid me.