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In order to file bankruptcy must you have a bankruptcy attorney?
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If you are filing for personal bankruptcy it is not necessary to have a lawyer. If you are filing for business bankruptcy, you must retain a lawyer on your behalf.
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You own a small LLC construction company and need to file bankruptcy. You don't want to lose your house what should you do first?
Bankruptcy is governed by federal law and must be filed in a United States Bankruptcy Court. While individuals may file without an attorney, corporations and partnerships mustbe represented by an attorney. You need to consult with and hire an attorney who specializes in bankruptcy and who has a good reputation.
What is the best approach to file for bankruptcy?
The best approach to file for bankruptcy is to first evaluate your current situation. Is it truly bankruptcy? How will this affect you? If you decide that bankruptcy is the only way, this is what you must do. Contact a bankruptcy attorney to make sure that it is all done correctly. That is the only way to make sure.
Did Jackson County Alabama file for bankruptcy?
yes. it says that residents from Jackson county MUST file for bankruptcy
How does a person file for chapter 11 bankruptcy?
To file chapter 11 bankruptcy one must propose a plan and then must find creditors to agree with this plan. Then, the person must take the plan and creditors to bankruptcy court where the judge will decide whether the plan can work or not. As long as the judge and all the creditors agree then that person can follow through with the plan and be in chapter 11 bankruptcy.
How are you notified that your chapter 13 bankruptcy has been discharged?
If you have filed the financial management certificate due after the plan has been certified by the trustee as completed, you or your attorney must file an application for the discharge.
If I want to file bankruptcy but my car is in my aunt's name is there any way she can release it into my name and I file the car in with my bankruptcy?
must be yours for two years
Is a debt doctor necessary before filing bankruptcy?
Yes, you need to have some form of credit counseling approved by the U.S. Trustees program. You must also take a finacial management course before you file for bankruptcy. The best thing to do is hire an bankruptcy attorney to guide you through the process.
Do you keep a tax refund after bankruptcy?
Has the chapter 13 bankruptcy been discharged (completed)? If not then in your bankruptcy agreement for repayment it probably states that you must surrender any tax return to the repayment schedule. Read your entire agreement and consult with your attorney to be sure.
Can you file bankruptcy on restitution?
No you can not file bankruptcy on anything that is court ordered.CAN YOU FILE BANKRUPTCY ON RESTITUTION?
Wifes assets if you file bankruptcy?
if your legally married when you file bankruptcy, you must include every single asset including the spouses. depends on what type of bk you file. you may be able to keep your assets.
Can you sell your home if you are under chapter13 bankruptcy?
Yes, but you must get permission from the Court. You do not technically own the home while you are in the bankruptcy - it is property of the bankruptcy estate. Speak with an attorney about your specific situation. If you can not find an attorney, contact your local Bar association and they will refer you to one.
Does bankruptcy show as zero balance on ChexSystems?
Yes, if you file bankruptcy your file needs to be updated to show you no longer owe. If it does not you will need to file a dispute with chexsystems and have the error corrected. Some people have been removed from chexsystems after a bankruptcy. They do NOT have to remove you but they must have an accurate file showing a balance of zero
