Very few people are excited to meet with a lawyer to discuss their financial struggles. Attorneys are often viewed as being intimidating and difficult to talk to, but we are really people just trying to help you find solutions to your problems. We want to be on your side, so give us a chance! Below...Read More

When you file a Chapter 13 case, you submit a repayment plan that lasts three to five years. A lot can happen during this time that impacts your finances. What can you do if unforeseen financial issues prevent you from being able to afford your monthly Chapter 13 plan payments? One option to consider is...Read More

You might be surprised to learn that attorneys are using social media to gather evidence for lawsuits. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and numerous other websites provide a wealth of information about people. It is important to remember that what you post on social forums can be used against you by creditors and/or the trustee in your...Read More

Hopefully you have read our blog yesterday titled “Facing Foreclosure? Know Your Options.” This part of the blog will examine how filing a personal bankruptcy can affect a foreclosure action. Chapter 7 bankruptcy As soon as you file your Chapter 7 petition, the automatic stay goes into effect. The stay prohibits any further collection activity...Read More

Discharging student loans in a personal bankruptcy case can be difficult. The debtor must establish an “undue hardship,” which is a tough standard to meet. If you are unable to show an undue hardship, what happens to your student loans in your bankruptcy case? The answer depends on your finances, the type of bankruptcy you filed and...Read More

You are probably aware that a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can provide you debt relief, but do you know when you should file your case? There is no magic trick for finding the perfect time to file your case, but there are certain instances where you should consider meeting with an attorney. When Is...Read More

If you are thinking about filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, you may be wondering who will find out about your filing. While a bankruptcy case is a matter of public record, the reality is that most people will never know you filed a bankruptcy unless you tell them. Your filing is not published in...Read More

Amendments to the Bankruptcy Code were made in 2005 and one of the most significant additions to the law was the requirement of a debtor to pass the “means test” to be eligible to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The means test is a calculation used by the bankruptcy courts to verify that a debtor is...Read More

Pursuant to 11 U.S.C. §341, whether you file a Chapter 7, 11 or 13 bankruptcy case, you are required to attend a meeting of creditors. The meeting of creditors is a time for the trustee and your creditors to ask you questions regarding your finances. It is also commonly called the “341 meeting” and it is...Read More

If you are struggling financially and considering filing for bankruptcy protection, you may be trying to decide if you really need an attorney. What is “pro se” filing? Many people assume they will save a significant amount of money if they do not use a lawyer to represent them in their bankruptcy case. This is...Read More