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Archive for June 4th, 2007

How do I track my bankruptcy case online? »

Is there a way that I can track my bankruptcy case online? Yes, you can sign up for a PACER account which will allow you to electronically access your case as well as any other case that has been filed. The cost to you is $.08 per page. You can sign up [...]

Means Test Upon Conversion to Chapter 7 »

The controversy over whether a means test form must be filed after conversion from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 has gained another voice.  According to NACBA members, New Jersey Bankruptcy Judge Gloria M. Burns ruled recently that debtors do not have to file the B22A form upon conversion to Chapter 7 and can instead [...]

What is a board certified bankruptcy attorney? »

You expect certification from your doctor - expect it from your lawyer too. Board Certification means that the certified attorney has met rigorous, objective standards and has demonstrated knowledge in bankruptcy law. Hiring an attorney with expertise in any specialized field of law can be a bewildering experience. As a client, you want to make [...]

DISCHARGE AND CREDIT REPORTS »

Discharge of your debts - that is the goal in Chapter 7. In Chapter 13, after successful completion of your payment plan, you get a discharge of the unpaid balance of unsecured debts, with some exceptions.
So, the court sends the discharge paper to the creditors, and they dutifully report same to the Credit Reporting [...]