Some bcys go quickly through the system. Some take years. It depends on what chapter was filed, who the trustee is, if the creditors want to complain, and what assets, if any, the debtor owns.
Lawsuits, Fraud, Property Transfers all extend this period.
A common misconception is that once a bankruptcy is discharged, the case is over. This is not true. Some cases can go for years after a discharge was granted. Others are closed a month after the discharge.
nate - thanks - does that mean they should still be required to make monthly minimum payments on the SC case I won? why does the judge not make them - i have proven over and over again they buy new luxury items. i see no reason why their series of payments these past 5 yrs should have stopped merely since they "claimed" to have contracted an BK atty - yet the online records still show it is not filed.
To find a great bankruptcy attorney, one should first consider which attorneys to have in mind. Compare drawbacks of different attorneys, choose the one that best fits expectations. Also consider the price range of each attorney.
An administrator or executor of the estate needs to be appointed and file an appearance in the bankruptcy court. The case can continue to discharge of debts of the deceased. Get an experienced bankruptcy lawyer if there no attorney of record.
Of course...who you have represent you is your choice, always.
If an individual cannot afford a lawyer to help with a bankruptcy case, they have several options. They can waive their right to an attorney and represent themselves. They can also look for an attorney willing to do pro-bono work, which is working for free.
If the judgment debtor is already in bankruptcy, there is nothing you can do. If the judgment is for a debt for which discharge is not allowed, it survives the bankruptcy. If no bankruptcy has been filed, you can try to attach or levy on some property of the debtor that has some value, or equity.
Yes, if you hold a valid power of attorney to act on their behalf. Otherwise no. Signing for someone you do not hold power of attorney for is fraud, and against the law.
Your question needs to be addressed to an attorney familiar with bankruptcy laws as well as fraud statutes. You could begin by informing the bankruptcy trustee. That is the person assigned by the bankruptcy court to determine the eligibility of the bankruptcy applicant. If you can't find out who this person is, try calling the bankruptcy court. Bankruptcy is a federal court issue. There are usually two bankruptcy courts per state.
Ask your attorney. If the actions are baseless then the attorney can take action against the other party.
You are supposed to list all of your debts. Have your attorney add it.
If you are talking about someone who cosigned for your loan filing bankruptcy, As long as you continue to make your payments on time, nothing will happen. If you are talking about someone you cosigned for taking bankruptcy, you may very well have to pay this loan. Contact the lender.
Well I don't live in North Carolina but I think you should ask someone who lives in North Carolina.
Go and see a solicitor (attorney).