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Filing for bankruptcy in Florida, here are questions to ask the bankruptcy attorney you are thinking of hiring

by Ofer Shmucher | Oct 7, 2011 | Bankruptcy Process, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Uncategorized

If you do a quick search for bankruptcy attorney in South Florida on Google you will find dozens of firms saying they are experienced in bankruptcy law.  If you decide to call and schedule an appointment with one of them, here are some questions to ask them when you...

I am thinking about filing for bankruptcy in Florida, what does the term equity mean?

by Ofer Shmucher | Sep 21, 2011 | Bankruptcy Process, Uncategorized

If you have already met a bankruptcy attorney or are planning on meeting one you can expect the attorney to use the word equity multiple times during your consultation.  Unfortunately most bankruptcy lawyers assume that you already know what the term means and how it...

Can a Co-signer be liable for debts discharged in a Florida bankruptcy?

by Ofer Shmucher | Sep 15, 2011 | Ask the Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Process, Florida Law, Uncategorized

This is a common question that is asked by people who are looking to file for bankruptcy in Florida.  Their main concern is that their friend/relative/neighbor/etc. co-signed on a debt that the client will be discharging in bankruptcy.  So they will always ask, will...

Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Florida and over allowed Exemptions

by Ofer Shmucher | Jul 14, 2011 | Ask the Bankruptcy Attorney, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Uncategorized

Clients come see me in my Miami or Fort Lauderdale bankruptcy offices and they easily qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida, however they have assets, and their assets are not going to be fully protected in a Chapter 7 filing.  The clients don’t qualify for the...

A Timeline if you file for Personal Bankruptcy in Florida

by Ofer Shmucher | Jul 8, 2011 | Ask the Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Process, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Florida Law, Uncategorized

When my clients come see me, the first thing they ask is what is the timeline if I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida.  Below is a rough timeline for individuals who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy using my firms services. 1.         Schedule an appointment with...
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