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Category: Bankruptcy
Prospective clients considering bankruptcy often ask if it is possible to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case with outstanding, unfiled tax returns. Filing a bankruptcy case with delinquent tax returns is simply not a good idea since it may cause a Chapter 13 case to be dismissed by the Bankruptcy…
Filing a bankruptcy case while having unfiled tax returns may cause significant problems for bankruptcy debtors in any type of bankruptcy case, whether filed under Chapter 7, 11, or 13. In Chapter 7 cases, failing to file tax returns may cause a debtor to lose a tax refund or have his…
The filing of a bankruptcy can be an intimidating and overwhelming process, if not carefully planned. For many, the decision to file has come only after the realization that they can no longer stay the course and they need the court’s equitable intervention. Hopefully, an experienced bankruptcy attorney has assisted…
Filing a bankruptcy case without filing any outstanding tax returns is never a good idea, and typically causes problems for bankruptcy debtors. In any type of bankruptcy case, whether filed under Chapter 7, 11, or 13, one of the many documents required to be completed and submitted by all debtors…
In 2005, Congress overhauled the bankruptcy code by passing the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA). Central to this was the enactment of the means test. A list of 14 questions is known as Form 122A. this determines whether there is disposable income available to pay creditors and…
In the period between the filing of a Chapter 13 plan and its confirmation, debtors may fall behind in making their monthly plan payments. Eventually, the local assigned Chapter 13 bankruptcy trustee or a creditor will file a motion requesting the court to dismiss the case. However, even in this…
Loan Lawyers, LLC is licensed to practice law in the state of Florida. If you have a legal matter that you would like to discuss and you are NOT located in Florida, please contact your state’s Bar Association to get the information of a lawyer who can assist you in…
An attorney’s fees for representing a debtor in a bankruptcy case are not set by the bankruptcy court. They may be approved by the court in some situations but debtors and attorneys are free to negotiate a fee for representation in a bankruptcy case. Most bankruptcy lawyers charge a flat…
