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The Zeiger Firm

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Appeals, Theft, Burglary & Robbery, Juvenile Defense

“Brian Zeigler did not provide me effective assistance of counsel for the litigation of my federal criminal appeal in the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit; because he asserted arguments which were either unavailable, and or not yet...”

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Sadek and Cooper Law Offices

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Bankruptcy, Tax Foreclosure, Student Loan Debt Relief

“After hearing everything that my ex was going through with her lawyer, we started working together to try and come up with a plan that worked for us both and Joelle was absolutely the best in working with us.”

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What Can Bankruptcy Do For Me?

For many people, bankruptcy is a pathway to a fresh financial start. Bankruptcy can allow a filer to:Discharge or wipe away the vast majority of your debt. Protect your home from foreclosure and provide additional time to catch-up on the payments for the mortgage. Protects property by preventing the repossession of a car or other property. Bankruptcy law can also allow the filer the right to redemption by or forcing the creditor to return property even after it has been repossessed. Stops wage garnishmentsEnds debt collection harassment and similar creditor actions to collect a debt through the automatic stay. Restore or prevent the termination of a utility service such as heat, water, or electricity. Allow you to challenge the claims of creditors who have committed fraud or who are otherwise trying to collect more than you really owe.

What is Chapter 13 (Reorganization)?

In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan, the filer will submit a three to five year plan showing how he or she will pay off some of your past-due and current debts. The most important thing about a Chapter 13 case is that it will allow you to keep valuable property- especially your home and car which might otherwise be lost, if you can make the payments which the bankruptcy law requires to be made to your creditors. in most cases, these payments will be at least as much as your regular monthly payments on your mortgage or car loan, with some extra payment to get caught up on the amount you have fallen behind. You should consider filing a chapter 13 plan if you:Own your home and are in danger of losing it because of money problems;Are behind on debt payments, but can catch up if given some time;Have valuable property which is not exempt, but you can afford to pay creditors from your income over time. You will need to have enough income in chapter 13 to pay for your necessities and to keep up with the required payments as they come due.

Can I Own Anything After Bankruptcy?

Yes, you can own property after a bankruptcy. Many people believe that they will be left bereft of any worldly possessions after a bankruptcy case. This is not true. You can keep your exempt property and anything you obtain after the bankruptcy is filed. However, if you receive an inheritance, a property settlement, or life insurance benefits within 180 days after filing for bankruptcy, that money or property may have to be paid to your creditors if the property or money is not exempt.

Will Bankruptcy Affect My Credit?

Yes, bankruptcy will almost certainly affect your credit negatively at the outset. However, if you are considering bankruptcy you are probably already under significant financial stress and are likely to have a low credit score. In the long term, bankruptcy will allow you to rebuild your credit.

More detailed information is available on the FAQ page of our website.

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Tadross Law

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Chapter 7, Short Sales, IRS Representation

“Tadross Law alleviated my fear and anxiety by providing me with excellent legal counsel and giving me the confidence and reassurance I needed that my case would be resolved.”

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Bankruptcy is a legal process that allows you to discharge debts. One of the most common forms is chapter 7 bankruptcy. This particular option allows you to discharge debts by liquidating assets and using the proceeds to pay off creditors. A court-appointed trustee will oversee the process. Chapter 7 bankruptcy starts when you file a petition with the federal bankruptcy court. A court-appointed trustee then collects information about your income and assets, meets with creditors, and liquidates your non-exempt assets before distributing the profits to creditors. Chapter 7 requires you to give up assets, but it helps you discharge your debt so that you can have a fresh financial start. There are benefits to the chapter 7 process. For example, as soon as you file for bankruptcy, creditors must stop trying to collect from you. Also, you can keep some necessities, such as your home, during liquidation. Once you are finished with the discharge process, you no longer have to deal with your creditors. The court considers your debts completely settled, and you can begin with a clean financial slate. Also, the chapter 7 process only takes four to six months, which is much less time than other bankruptcy processes, which require payment plans that could take years to complete. Once you finish the liquidation process, the federal bankruptcy court will discharge your debts. The entire matter is then complete, and you can begin again with a fresh slate. Reach out to us today.

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Soloff & Zervanos

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Violent Crime, Product Liability, Plastic Surgery Malpractice

“I felt like more than just a client but rather someone S&Z cared about and to make sure that once everything was said and done I was way better off than the day I walked in.”

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Holmes Business Law

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“Special thanks to Cathy, the lawyer handled my case, shepherding through a very expedited process while also making sure that any potential risks were fully understood and mitigated as best as possible during what was, for me, a very big leap.”

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Law Office of Michael F. Niznik

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Personal Injury, Expungements & Record Sealing, Consumer Protection

“He's Always quick to respond to emails, or phone calls, is very pleasant to talk to, and takes time to answer any questions, or address concerns his clients have, which as a result, brought a positive outcome.”

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Francis Mailman Soumilas

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Consumer Class Actions, Identity Theft, Deceptive Practices and Consumer Fraud

“I have never… and I mean never had a company fight for me like you guys and I don't know to cry, faint I would like to say Thank you Thank you for fighting for our rights and I give you my upmost respect and support for taking the time out of your ti...”

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Law Offices of Richard J. Fuschino, Jr.

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Sex Crimes Defense, Aggravated Assault Defense, Theft Crimes

“Not only has he answered all of my calls regarding the case but he as called me and my family on his own accord to reach out and make sure we were on the same page!”

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