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Making and Funding a Living Trust in Texas

Published: October 11, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: June 20, 2025  •  Reading Time: 19 min read

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A living trust can be a powerful estate planning tool if you’re looking to protect your assets, avoid probate, and ensure a smooth distribution of your property to your loved ones. In this guide, our Texas estate planning lawyers explain a living trust and the steps to set one up. We also discuss … [Read more...]

Categories: Estate Planning

How Long Does the Court Take to Decide Child Custody Cases?

Published: October 11, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: September 2, 2025  •  Reading Time: 14 min read

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As a family law attorney here in Texas, my divorce clients often call me when they suddenly realize a new complication in their cases. Fiona was a strong, calm mother of two children who was confident she would get custody of her children. But suddenly, she realized that she might have to fight her … [Read more...]

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How Discharged Debts in Bankruptcy Appear on Your Credit Report

Published: October 11, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: June 24, 2025  •  Reading Time: 6 min read

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By Christopher Migliaccio, Attorney and Co-Founder of Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P. Navigating the aftermath of bankruptcy can be daunting. Understanding how discharged debts appear on your credit report is crucial for your financial future. In this blog, I will explain the key aspects of how … [Read more...]

Categories: Bankruptcy Tagged: Bankruptcy Tag, credit report, discharged debts

Your Guide on How to Win an Ex Parte Hearing Successfully

Published: October 10, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: September 2, 2025  •  Reading Time: 11 min read

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“Did you hit him?” Jane said to ex husband Randy. “Tell me the truth because that bruise looks like you hit him.” “I told you he got mauled during his last soccer game by some bigger kid. We’re fine when he’s with me,” Randy retorted. “You know I told my lawyer I was scared you’d get … [Read more...]

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What Happens if I Am Sued by Synchrony Bank in Texas for Debt Collection?

Published: October 10, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: February 20, 2025  •  Reading Time: 6 min read

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Are you being sued by Synchrony Bank in a debt collection lawsuit? At Warren & Migliaccio, we understand that you may be confused and stressed about how to proceed. Our Texas debt resolution lawyers want you to know that you have legal options, whether you recognize the alleged debt or … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt Tagged: Sued by Synchrony Bank, Synchrony Bank Debt Settlement, synchrony bank lawsuit

What to Do if JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Files a Chase Credit Card Lawsuit Against You

Published: October 10, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: October 16, 2024  •  Reading Time: 5 min read

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JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. suing you over defaulted credit card debt? We understand you may not know what to do or how to defend yourself. Many people ignore collection lawsuits due to lack of funds, fear, or not understanding the potential consequences of ignoring them. It is worth exploring your … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt

When to Stop Using Credit Cards Before Filing Chapter 7

Published: October 9, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: August 14, 2025  •  Reading Time: 10 min read

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As a local bankruptcy lawyer here in Texas, clients often call me with questions about the Chapter 7 filing process. But sometimes, they call me eager to share their own ideas as well. Pete was one of them. “Hi Chris,” Pete began, excited. “I know we might file for bankruptcy next month if … [Read more...]

Categories: Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Tagged: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

10 Cities That Have Declared Bankruptcy: Lessons Learned and Strategies for Recovery

Published: October 9, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: October 16, 2024  •  Reading Time: 6 min read

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Bankruptcy can be a daunting experience, not only for individuals but also for cities and municipalities. When a city declares bankruptcy, it often signals a deeper systemic issue involving financial mismanagement, economic downturns, or both. In this blog, we will explore ten notable cities that … [Read more...]

Categories: Bankruptcy, Recovery Tagged: bankruptcy dallas, dallas bankruptcy, Dallas Bankruptcy Attorney, Dallas Bankruptcy Lawyer

Sued by LVNV Funding LLC? 2025 Texas Defense Guide

Published: October 8, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: September 16, 2025  •  Reading Time: 18 min read

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If LVNV Funding sues you in Texas, file your Answer on time—14 days in justice court or by the “20‑day Monday rule” elsewhere—then demand proof of ownership and balance, check the four‑year statute of limitations, and have a Texas debt‑defense lawyer review defenses. Quick Answer: What … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt Tagged: LVNV Funding LLC, LVNV Funding LLC suing me

How Is Debt Divided in a Texas Divorce? Insights & Tips

Published: October 7, 2024
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: September 11, 2025  •  Reading Time: 12 min read

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When going through a Texas divorce, one of the most challenging and emotionally charged aspects is figuring out how debt is divided. Unlike tangible assets, dividing debt isn't always as straightforward as splitting everything in half. Texas is a community property state, which presents a particular … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce, Property Division Tagged: community property, Divorce

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Christopher Migliaccio is an attorney and a Co-Founding Partner of the law firm of Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P. Chris is a native of New Jersey and landed in Texas after graduating from the Thomas M. Cooley School of Law in Lansing, Michigan. Chris has experience with personal bankruptcy, estate planning, family law, divorce, child custody, debt relief lawsuits, and personal injury. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Chris by clicking here.

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