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How Much Does a Texas Bankruptcy Lawyer Cost?
Finding a lawyer is tough enough, but actually paying a Texas lawyer with experience can sometimes be difficult. You are filing bankruptcy to save money and assets, not spend money and lose assets. Sometimes you may think hiring a lawyer is not feasible. In all cases,...
Filing Dallas Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
If you file bankruptcy in Dallas Texas, you would go to the Northern District of Texas. But before you do, there are some things about filing Dallas bankruptcy you should know, especially if you plan on filing for Chapter 13. This post can help. Eligibility for Texas...
How Much Does Texas Chapter 7 Cost?
You're going to file bankruptcy because you have little to no income, so how can you be expected to pay for a lawyer and pay court fees? Well, you're not always filing bankruptcy because you're flat broke. Sometimes you do it simply to consolidate, if not completely...
How Much Will Texas Chapter 13 Cost
Texas Chapter 13 bankruptcy is very advantageous, but not your only solution. Actually, more file Chapter 7 bankruptcy than Chapter 13, about 3 in 4 filing with the former. However, Chapter 13 bankruptcy has some clear advantages, especially if you make enough money....
What is Texas Joint Bankruptcy?
If you're interested in filing joint bankruptcy, it's time to call an experienced attorney. Why? Joint bankruptcy is different from traditional bankruptcy, and has different laws. This post, however, is a very good start on learning the basics. What is Texas joint...
6 Myths of Bankruptcy
Filing bankruptcy ruins your credit ... you'll never be able to get a credit card or loan again ... and your possessions will all be taken. Or: your debts will all fly away, your home will be safe no matter how far behind on payments you are, and your credit will...
Common Questions on Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Texas
There are are many important questions when it comes to filing personal bankruptcy, so here on Higgins and Associates Texas law blog, we'll be answering common questions. For this post, let's focus on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What it is; how much it costs with lawyer...
Dallas Bankruptcy Process — What to Expect at Your Bankruptcy Consultation
What should you expect when you come to Higgins and Associates for your Bankruptcy Consultation? This short video explains the bankruptcy process for people filing bankruptcy in Dallas Fort Worth.
What is the role of the filed attorney in a chapter 13 case?
The filed attorney performs the following functions in a typical chapter 13 case: Examining the filed financial situation and determining whether chapter 13 is a feasible alternative for the debtor, and if so, whether a single or a joint case should be filed. ...
May a self-employed person file under chapter 13?
Yes. A self-employed person meeting the eligibility requirements listed in the answer to Question 18 above may file under chapter 13. A debtor engaged in business may continue to operate the business during the chapter 13 case.
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Types of Bankruptcy
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