Filing for bankruptcy can be stressful. As an experienced bankruptcy attorney I will help guide you through the process so that you can discharge debt and breathe again. To help do that I have created a list of the do’s and don’ts of bankruptcy. This list will be broken into two separate blog posts. Our …
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Clients often ask how they can protect their tax refund during bankruptcy. Each case is different, so if you are expecting a tax refund be sure to consult with our office as soon as possible. In most cases there should be no issue for you to keep your tax refund. I have put together a …
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Many of my clients ask how child support payments and alimony are impacted by filing for bankruptcy. While Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy will discharge your other debts, neither will eliminate your obligation to pay child support. Don’t worry, filing for bankruptcy can still help with your support payments, especially if your child support payments …
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Many of my clients come to me asking how joint property is handled during bankruptcy. If you own joint property, filing for bankruptcy can affect your co-owners. This depends on the following elements: Bankruptcy Estates Although your assets will become property of the bankruptcy estate when you file for bankruptcy, the Chapter 7 trustee can …
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Many of my clients ask me about adversary proceedings. This occurs when there is a lawsuit filed within the debtor’s bankruptcy case which cannot be accomplished through the routine bankruptcy case itself. An adversary proceeding can be filed by anyone involved in a bankruptcy — the trustee, a creditor, or the debtor. The ultimate goal …
Now that your bankruptcy has been discharged it is important to make sure that you do not have to file again. Did you know that one in seven people end up having to file for bankruptcy for a second time? This typically happens within a few years of completing their first bankruptcy. There are a …
A positive attitude can be difficult when filing for bankruptcy, but it can be helpful during and after your bankruptcy has been discharged. You likely feel overwhelmed and are concerned about the perceived negative connotations about bankruptcy. You are not alone. I am here to help guide you through the bankruptcy process. I have put …
Let’s face it, a car is a necessity in New Jersey. It is imperative to have some form of transportation to get to and from work. If you can’t get to work, then you may not be able to sustain a job which can impact your ability to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy. Many clients …
Clients often come to me and ask how long a Chapter 7 bankruptcy will take. The typical Chapter 7 case takes about four months. This includes everything from filing the bankruptcy petition to the bankruptcy discharge and case closing. Keep reading for a list of reasons that Chapter 7 bankruptcy may take longer. The following …
Many of my clients ask me about the steps you need to take when filing for bankruptcy in New Jersey. While each client’s financial situation is different, there are several general steps that you will have to follow when filing for bankruptcy in New Jersey. As a New Jersey bankruptcy attorney, I will help guide …
Hundreds of thousands of Americans, including consumers and business owners, file for bankruptcy each year. While many think this situation is the result of overspending, most cases are due to financial hardship such as job loss, costly medical bills, divorce, or a poor economy.
