Ex husband declaring bankruptcy, I have a default judgement and certificate of enforcement but have been unable to collect. I have an attorney, but each thing costs me money. In the divorce decree it states the ex must pay for my attorney fees, but since I have a default judgement, does that negate... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2022
No. He still owes you the money. Domestic support obligations are non-dischargeable. You can recoup your attorney fees up through the date of the order but you can always go back in and ask for more attorney fees bc if the bankruptcy.
Looking to get access to assets that are being sold as part of Chapter 7/11/13 proceedings in Austin TX
answered on Dec 14, 2022
While, as the first answer instructs, contacting the bankruptcy trustee is a good idea (trustees looking to sell estate assets always want to maximize sale prices, and that comes from drawing in more prospective purchasers), your question seems to suggest that there are multiple cases/trustees in... View More
My husband passed away recently from cancer. Because of the expenses, we are in dire straights financially and I will probably have to file for bankruptcy while I try to determine what to do. I need to keep my house long enough to be able to sell it and get the equity+ out of it. The house is... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2022
Any equity you have in that house (above your exemption) would belong to the bankruptcy estate if you file bankruptcy. Meaning, the Trustee might sell it to take that money to pay your creditors. You may have enough of an exemption to protect that equity, but what is available to you will depend.... View More
My husband passed away recently from cancer. Because of the expenses, we are in dire straights financially and I will probably have to file for bankruptcy while I try to determine what to do. I need to keep my house long enough to be able to sell it and get the equity+ out of it. The house is... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2022
I’d you file bankruptcy, you’ll need to get permission from the trustee and the court to sell your house and they may take all your equity to pay your creditors. If you haven’t filed yet, consult a competent bankruptcy lawyer to help you navigate the pitfalls.
My husband who was the only one bringing home a paycheck died 9/21/2022. I'm trying to sell my house, car and jewelry so that my son and I aren't without anywhere to live. I'm behind on the house payments because I simply cannot afford the $1700 a month payment. They will foreclose... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2022
You may be eligible for bankruptcy depending on your assets and equity in your house. You should consult a competent bankruptcy attorney who can assess your entire financial situation. There are lawyers who may do this pro Bono or at a reduced fee. Contact your local bar association or legal aid... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2024
In large part, the Bankruptcy Code accommodates applicable State law with respect to whatever property rights have been created as of the bankruptcy filing date.
So your first stop is your written agreement with dealer/lender with whom you have had a car loan. If you have a right to... View More
My auto and even spoke to lender today to get current balance. Now I must file a motion to reopen the case and then file the motion to redeem correct? May I file to reopen the case and file to redeem at the same time or must I wait for courts answer on reopening the case?
answered on Jan 6, 2024
Your question offers only conclusions, but none of the facts needing proof, in court, to support those conclusions.
And in almost every court, in every case, the standard of proof for fraud claims is "clear and convincing", not merely a "preponderance of the evidence",... View More
Vehicle as collateral. I am going to end up owing more than what the car is worth. Should I contact lender to negotiate a deal where they get their $ back and I keep the vehicle. If they take car back they would lose $ and I need a vehicle. Will the court even grant me more time for the... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2024
Why not surrender it if you have not reaffirmed and just walk away?
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
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My dad has filed for bankruptcy, and since he is married to my mom they’ve taken money out of their accounts, or soon will, and I’m worried I’ll have money taken out of my account too since I have a joint account with my mom, my dad has already had money taken from him, but my mom hasn’t yet
answered on Jun 2, 2023
It’s possible, yes, depending on the exemptions she claimed. You probably should withdraw all that belongs to you until they get the monthly payments established.
we have defaulted on all our credit cards with some being charged off; a car loan as well and have the gloom of being sued and trying to get on a payment plan with student loans likely coming down the pike soon, We are considering bankruptcy to get some income back and hopefully rebuild credit... View More
answered on May 28, 2023
Possibly. You should consult an experienced bankruptcy attorney to review your entire financial situation and help you make the right decision.
I understand the straightforward wage portion of it but I’m confused as to whether a personal loan from a family member would count as income during that period.
answered on Apr 7, 2023
A personal loan that must be repaid is not income for purposes of calculating the six month average.
The solar contractor has since gone out of business and has filed bankruptcy.
answered on Mar 14, 2023
The company that has filed bankruptcy and is now out of business is no longer a viable defendant.
You might consider looking at the solar panel manufacturer to determine if the installers were simply repeating a representation previously made by the mfr.
Also, if a secured creditor refunds trustee for overpayment, does that get returned to debtors? Chapter 13
answered on Feb 26, 2023
If there are no other costs or expenses from the trustee one the plan is paid, those monies should be returned to the debtor.
Paid $5,000 up front plus filing fees and I explained while there at Bankrupcy Attorney office that I shared inherited property with my siblings, After I got home within 24 hrs I called our probate Attorney and was told the Bankruptcy could affect my siblings in the shared property so I called... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2023
Depends on the contract you signed but most likely not appropriate. If he continues to refuse and your contract does not address it, you may have to file a fee dispute with your state bar.
Ex Husband is still in the approval (or denial) for Chapter 13. My motion for relief of stay keeps getting pushed forward since he keeps getting pushed forward. The trustee is now recommending denial of his chapter 13 due to timeliness. I have a default judgment for attorney fees and amount owed up... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2023
You will have to get the additional award of attorney fees approved by the divorce court. Your settlement agreement may also have language regarding such an award.
I need a lawyer iif we would of finished the billl of review we would of won ? evidence was presented, and Court found that I was the only owner of my company 4 days later ex partnerfiled filed bankruptcy on behalf of my company just four days after this Court told him that he did not own it. I... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2023
If you still own the business, simply move the Court to dismiss the bankruptcy as unauthorized.
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