Bankruptcy can provide tremendous relief if you are facing credit card debt. If you have credit card balances that are becoming too difficult to keep up with the minimum payment, bankruptcy may the solution for you. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy help make credit card debt more manageable by … [Read more...]
Non-exempt & Exempt Property in Bankruptcy
Filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case requires you to release qualifying assets and property to your creditors to help repay your debt. This only applies to non-exempt property, and in Texas, that may not be as much as you think. Non-exempt Property Under Texas Chapter 7 bankruptcy law, any assets or … [Read more...]
How Spousal Support Is Calculated After Retirement
Retirement is right on the horizon. You’ve got your office retirement party planned and you’ve dusted off those beach chairs in the garage. There’s just one nagging question on your mind between you and the chill zone. You’re wondering how financial obligations like spousal support might change upon … [Read more...]
Can I Keep My Paid Off Car in Chapter 7?
"Ever since I lost my business during the pandemic, I’ve feared going down the road to bankruptcy. Of all the things I worried about, the one that kept troubling me most was a creditor coming for my car," Dale told his friend Ernie. “I get it, there’s something about a man’s car that makes it more … [Read more...]
Why Is My Uncontested Divorce Taking So Long? Answers Here
“We were in agreement about how we wanted our divorce to go so I thought we could get it done on our own,” Gregg said to his sister Donna. “But it feels like it’s taking forever. It just seems like there are all these unexpected hoops to jump through along the way.” “That’s because there are. We … [Read more...]
Chapter 7 Pros and Cons: Weigh Your Options Carefully
In my role as a bankruptcy attorney here in Texas, I've helped many individuals dig out from under soul crushing debt. Each client brought a unique story and set of circumstances to the table but many of them also shared similar struggles and fears. Please allow me to tell you about Mr. Whirley. … [Read more...]
When Will Chapter 7 Be Discharged: Timeline & Process Explained
As an attorney focusing on bankruptcy law here in Texas, receiving calls from people who are feeling significant financial stress is a common occurrence. Jerry was a hardworking Texan who found himself drowning in debt after a series of unfortunate events. He called me to ask how long a Chapter 7 … [Read more...]
Do I Have to Go to Court for Chapter 7? Key Insights
Sarah let out a frustrated sigh as she read the email. "Well, it's official — my 341 meeting with the bankruptcy trustee is scheduled for next week." "Oh man, do you have to actually go to the courthouse for that?" Emily asked with a concerned look. Sarah shook her head. "Thankfully, no. Since … [Read more...]
Can My Spouse Sell Our House Without Consent? What to Know
Can My Spouse Sell Our House Without Consent? What to Know Navigating the complexities of property ownership and marital rights can be daunting, especially when it comes to significant assets like your home. A critical question many face is: can my spouse sell our house without my consent? This … [Read more...]
Is Property a 50-50 Split in a Texas Divorce?
Divorce is rarely a straightforward process, and one of the most contentious issues often revolves around the division of property. As experienced Texas divorce lawyers, we are often asked the following question about property division: "Is it a 50-50 split in a divorce in Texas?" Below, we discuss … [Read more...]
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