Archive for April, 2007
By Andy Miofsky, Illinois Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: Andy Miofsky, Illinois Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: ndinstl@charter.net
Site: http://www.abankruptcylawyer.net/
About: Andy Miofsky [618/931-1313] is a consumer rights lawyer from Granite City Illinois representing debtors in bankruptcy throughout the Central and the Southern District of Illinois since 1979. He has filed suit for his clients against some of the largest banks and debt collectors in this country. He teachers consumers to fight back against debt collection violations and rewards them with settlement checks for their damages.See Authors Posts (98) on Apr 30, 2007 in Bankruptcy Practice and Procedure, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, General Bankruptcy Information, Illinois, Venue and Qualifications | 0 Comments
Frequently, potential clients ask if they need to owe a certain minimum amount of debt to file bankruptcy. The most common forms of bankruptcy affecting individual debtors are chapter 7 and chapter 13. Different rules apply to each chapter.
While there is no bottom limit to the amount of debt required to file under [...]
By Jonathan Ginsberg, Atlanta Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: Jonathan Ginsberg, Atlanta Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: ginsberg@gmail.com
Site: http://www.atlanta-bankruptcy-attorney.com
About: See Authors Posts (116) on Apr 30, 2007 in General Bankruptcy Information, Personal Finance | 0 Comments
Although the October, 2005 changes to the bankruptcy laws were big news to bankruptcy lawyers, most people did not really pay much attention to this new law. I therefore frequently get the question “I hear that the bankruptcy law changed - what is the significance of these changes?”
Obviously, someone asking this question does not [...]
By Brett Weiss, Maryland Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: Brett Weiss, Maryland Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: brett@BankruptcyLawMaryland.com
Site: http://www.BankruptcyLawMaryland.com
About: Brett Weiss has been practicing in the areas of bankruptcy for the past 24 years.
Mr. Weiss has received international media attention in connection with the cases he had handled. He has been interviewed by Barbara Walters on The View, appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, ABC News with Peter Jennings, the Montel Williams Show, BBC World Service, German state television, and numerous local radio and television programs, and been quoted in Money magazine, The Washington Post and The Baltimore Sun, among others.
An honors graduate and award-winning National Moot Court Competition national finalist at the University of Maryland School of Law, Mr. Weiss served as law clerk to the Chief Administrative Judge of the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court before entering into private practice. Mr. Weiss has over twenty years of practical legal experience, trying hundreds of cases within that time. Regularly appearing before the United States Bankruptcy Court, state and federal courts throughout the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia, he is a strong advocate for his clients.See Authors Posts (87) on Apr 30, 2007 in Bankruptcy Practice and Procedure, Benefits of Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, General Bankruptcy Information, Life After Bankruptcy, Maryland, Protecting Assets In Bankruptcy, Surrendering Property | 4 Comments
Most people think that if you file for bankruptcy relief you lose everything. The truth is, most people who file bankruptcy keep everything they have—their home, their car, their furnishings and jewelry. This is because you can’t receive the fresh start that is the goal of a bankruptcy filing if you emerge from your case [...]
By Rachel Lynn Foley - Kansas City, MO Bankruptcy
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Name: Rachel Lynn Foley, Kansas City, MO Bankruptcy
Email: mokanclient@gmail.com
Site: http://www.kcbankruptcy.com
About: Former Bankruptcy Attorney to the Kansas City UAW: Ford and GM workers, now assisting the general public in Missouri and Kansas with regaining financial control using the Bankruptcy Code. 816-472-HELP (4357).See Authors Posts (65) on Apr 29, 2007 in Bankruptcy Practice and Procedure, General Bankruptcy Information, Protecting Assets In Bankruptcy | 1 Comment
If you are determining the value of a piece of land you think of location, location, location. When you determine the value of a vehicle you think of details, details, details. The first thing I have my clients do is go down to the local CarMax Dealer . Why? Because they [...]
By Kevin Gipson, New Orleans Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: Kevin Gipson, New Orleans Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: gipsonk@gmail.com
Site: http://www.kevingipson.com
About: Kevin Gipson is a consumer bankruptcy law attorney practicing in the Greater New Orleans area. He has been representing consumer debtors for over 22 years.
He is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in the State of Louisiana.
Kevin is a sole practitioner so you know that your debt matters are being handled by him personally.
He is a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the Bankruptcy Law Network, Credit Law Network, Debt Law Network, and Mortgage Law Network.See Authors Posts (75) on Apr 29, 2007 in Automatic Stay, Benefits of Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, General Bankruptcy Information, Louisiana, Role Of The Lawyer | 0 Comments
There are a number of very good articles on the Bankruptcy Law Network that discuss, to some extent or another, dismissal of a bankruptcy case.
For example,in “Do I Need A Lawyer To File Bankruptcy?” Däna Wilkinson discusses
dismissal as one of the pitfalls of representing yourself, and In “What Are
My Responsibilities After My Bankruptcy Case Is Filed?” [...]
By Däna Wilkinson, Attorney at Law
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Name: Däna Wilkinson, Attorney at Law
Email: danawilkinson@danawilkinsonlaw.com
Site: http://www.danawilkinsonlaw.com
About: My name is Däna (pronounced “Donna”) Wilkinson, and I’ve been a bankruptcy lawyer for 20 years. I went to law school at the University of South Carolina, worked for two bankruptcy judges, and practiced for a number of years with bankruptcy boutique firms. In fact, I’ve never practiced any other kind of law.
I’m certified as a bankruptcy specialist by the South Carolina Supreme Court, which means that I’ve taken and passed a proficiency examination on bankruptcy law, devoted my practice primarily to bankruptcy for a number of years, and have continued to take classes on bankruptcy law and related issues.
In 1998 I opened my own practice, focused on representing ordinary people who find themselves overwhelmed by debt. I enjoy the work, and I like the freedom of being my own boss. One benefit is that I can focus on the needs of my clients, and craft an approach that is based on what is important to them. I don’t have a “one size fits all” mentality about what is best for my clients. My goal is to advise my clients of the options they have to deal with their financial difficulties, and whenever possible help them make a fresh start.See Authors Posts (90) on Apr 29, 2007 in Bankruptcy Practice and Procedure, General Bankruptcy Information, South Carolina | 0 Comments
Every once in a while, a prospective client comes to see me and confesses to doing a little pre-bankruptcy planning of his own, without benefit of counsel. In many cases, such actions make a bankruptcy filing more difficult, more costly, or inadvisable at all. Even worse, many times the same or a better result could [...]
By Jill Michaux, Kansas Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: Jill Michaux
Email: jill.michaux@neismichaux.com
Site: http://www.bankruptcykansas.info
About: Topeka's Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist, Jill A Michaux is the managing partner of the law firm, Neis & Michaux, P.A. She practices law with her husband, Mark W. Neis.
She has helped consumers with debt problems in bankruptcy since 1980. She is board certified consumer bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification since 1992.
You may reach her at her office in Suite 825 of the Bank of America Tower at 6th Street and Kansas Avenue in downtown Topeka, 534 S. Kansas Ave., Ste. 825, Topeka, KS 66603-3446.
Telephone: 785-354-1471 or 866-354-1471
Fax: 785-354-1170
Website: www.bankruptcykansas.info
Blog: www.bankruptcylawnetwork.com
E-mail: jill.michaux@neismichaux.comSee Authors Posts (93) on Apr 29, 2007 in General Bankruptcy Information, Kansas | 0 Comments
If your bankruptcy case was filed in Topeka, Kansas, your meeting of creditors (341 hearing) will be held at the main downtown U.S. Post Office located at 434 S. Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas, on the northeast corner of 5th Street and Kansas Avenue. The hearing will be in Room 303. An elevator is [...]
By L. Jed Berliner, Springfield Bankruptcy Attorney
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Name: L. Jed Berliner, Springfield Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: ljedberliner@gmail.com
Site: http://www.berlinerlaw.com
About: Attorney L. Jed Berliner has concentrated his law practice in bankruptcy, commercial litigation, creditors' rights and debtor's remedies since 1982, having generally practiced since 1976. He opened the Berliner Law Firm of Springfield, Massachusetts in 1988 and now practices exclusively in consumer bankruptcy and related consumer protection litigation.
Attorney Berliner received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Cornell University in 1972, and his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas in 1977. He practiced general law in northern Michigan, established a bankruptcy concentration in Boston, MA in 1982, and established his Springfield, MA practice in 1988.
Attorney Berliner is a regular and active contributor to the Bankruptcy Law Network, the Bankruptcy Roundtable, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, three specialized consumer bankruptcy forums on the Internet, and is an informal mentor to regional practitioners. He contributed to the local rules on electronic filing rules and is recognized by his peers as an expert in consumer bankruptcy issues. He thoroughly enjoys being rated "excellent" in his client surveys.See Authors Posts (103) on Apr 29, 2007 in Benefits of Bankruptcy, Credit Reports, Financial Resources on the Web, Life After Bankruptcy, Massachusetts, Personal Finance | 0 Comments
You can track your credit score and watch it increase as more time passes after your bankruptcy discharge. Elizabeth Razzi wrote about credit scores and mortgages at Bankrate.com and suggested that you review your credit reports and scores about six months before applying for a mortgage, so you can write any necessary dispute letters [...]
By Douglas Jacobs, California Bankruptcy Attorney
closeAuthor: Douglas Jacobs, California Bankruptcy Attorney
Name: Douglas Jacobs, California Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: djacobs@jacobsanderson.com
Site: http://www.chicoattorney.com
About: Helping consumers in the following counties of California: Butte; Glenn; Tehama; Colusa; Yuba; Sutter; Plumas; Shasta; Lassen; Nevada; Placer and Sacramento. Call 530-342-6144 or visit my website to set up an initial consultation and to learn how I can help you. Mention Bankruptcy Law Network when you call."See Authors Posts (98) on Apr 28, 2007 in General Bankruptcy Information | 0 Comments
There are many bankruptcy lawyers out there. Who do I pick? Here’s a list of who not to hire:
Don’t hire the least expensive just because he or she is cheapest. You generally get what you pay for. Filing Bankruptcy isn’t just checking boxes and filling out forms.
Don’t hire the attorney with the biggest or [...]
By L. Jed Berliner, Springfield Bankruptcy Attorney
closeAuthor: L. Jed Berliner, Springfield Bankruptcy Attorney
Name: L. Jed Berliner, Springfield Bankruptcy Attorney
Email: ljedberliner@gmail.com
Site: http://www.berlinerlaw.com
About: Attorney L. Jed Berliner has concentrated his law practice in bankruptcy, commercial litigation, creditors' rights and debtor's remedies since 1982, having generally practiced since 1976. He opened the Berliner Law Firm of Springfield, Massachusetts in 1988 and now practices exclusively in consumer bankruptcy and related consumer protection litigation.
Attorney Berliner received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Cornell University in 1972, and his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas in 1977. He practiced general law in northern Michigan, established a bankruptcy concentration in Boston, MA in 1982, and established his Springfield, MA practice in 1988.
Attorney Berliner is a regular and active contributor to the Bankruptcy Law Network, the Bankruptcy Roundtable, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, three specialized consumer bankruptcy forums on the Internet, and is an informal mentor to regional practitioners. He contributed to the local rules on electronic filing rules and is recognized by his peers as an expert in consumer bankruptcy issues. He thoroughly enjoys being rated "excellent" in his client surveys.See Authors Posts (103) on Apr 28, 2007 in Benefits of Bankruptcy, Credit Reports, General Bankruptcy Information, Life After Bankruptcy, Massachusetts, Mortgages, Personal Finance | 0 Comments
Okay. Two years have passed since you received your bankruptcy discharge - wait! You haven’t waited two years? Best to do so. You might, maybe, remotely possible, find a lender who will provide you with a mortgage earlier than two years, but the fees and interest rate will destroy you. Really. Best to continue until [...]