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How long do you have to live in a state before you can file bankruptcy in that state?
Yes, Federal Law requires that you live in the state of filing a minimum of 91 days prior to your BK date.
You should file bankruptcy in the state that you have spent the greater part of the last 180 days. However, any federal bankruptcy court has the authority to hear bankruptcy cases, since the jurisdiction is federal.
It is a good idea to speak to an attorney before you move. If you are in financial trouble but haven't lived in your state for 91 days, don't let that stop you from speaking with an attorney. It may take time to to prepare your documents and get everything in place to file.
Source: http://www.bankruptcylawnetwork.com/2007/09/22/how-long-do-you-have-to-live-in-a-state-to-file-bankruptcy-there/
What else can I help you with?
How long after a chapter 7 bankruptcy can you file another chapter 7in the state of Tennessee?
Bankruptcy is Federal jurisdiction, therefore, the state has nothing to do with it. Usually, when you file bankruptcy, you cannot file for another 7 years, Period. No matter which state you live in.
DO you have to file in the city where you live?
DO YOU HAVE TO FILE BANKRUPTCY IN THE CITY YOU LIVE IN
Do you have to file in the city you live in?
DO YOU HAVE TO FILE BANKRUPTCY IN THE CITY YOU LIVE IN
You own a condo in Florida work in New York and live in New Jersey what state should you file bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy must be filed in the state in which you reside for the majority of the year.
What court do you go to file bankruptcy?
You must go to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the district in which you live. This is a federal court. State courts do not handle bankruptcies.
If you filed a chapter 13 in Texas and now live in Mississippi can you file a chapter 7?
Bankruptcy is Federal, not state. While your state of residence changes which federal district you are in, it does not change your eligibility to file.
If you live in one state and have debts in different states can you file Chapter 13 Bankruptcy on all debts including them?
Yes. Bankruptcy is a Federal Government function. It effects debts in all states.
Is it legal to live in 1 state and file bankruptcy in another state?
When bankruptcy law was revised in 2005, a rule was added saying you must live in a state two years before you can use its exemptions. If you moved (into a house or PO box) less than two years ago and more than 90 days ago, the court will use exemptions from the state where you lived two years before the filing date. Technically, where you lived the longest between -2.5 and -2.0 years ago. If laws of that state say exemptions are for residents only and you are no longer a resident (you can have more than one residence), the court will use federal exemptions, even if your new state says they are not available.
Where do you file for divorce if you were married in Florida and reside in Texas?
You file for divorce in the state in which are a legal resident, even if that's not the state you were married in. In TX you have to live in the state for 6 months before you can file for divorce.
If you own a rental property in one state that you are upside down on and is currently vacant and unable to rent out but live in another how does that effect your ability to file bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a Federal court procedure and law. The location of the things you own make no difference to your ability to file. BK includes ALL your assets and ALL your debts.
How long do you have to live in a TX county before you can file for a order modification?
As this is handle by the state, there is not jurisdictional requirement.
If your wife does not have an income can you still declare bankruptcy?
Certainly. Your spouse does not have to be part of the BK filing. However if there are joint debts, or if you live in a community property state the best option is for both to file.
