Feb 27, 2022 | Blog, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Family issues, Financial Problems
As the month associated with cupids, hearts, and love wraps up, some thoughts on the importance that keeping your finances in check can have on relationships… While many people refuse to admit that money can have an effect on relationships, the truth is that...
Jan 13, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Family issues, FAQ
Let’s start with what debts you cannot discharge. Those would be child support and maintenance. These debts cannot be discharged in any form of bankruptcy. No debts arising from a divorce can be discharged in a Chapter 7. So if you are planning on discharging some of...
Oct 20, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 12 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Declaring Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Family issues, Financial Problems, General Bankruptcy
Attorney Christine Wolk joined our firm recently, bringing over twenty-five years of experience in bankruptcy law. Chris has been acknowledged as a leader by her peers. A past chair of the Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditor Rights (BICR) Section of the State Bar of...
Jul 14, 2017 | Blog, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy
The answer depends upon a number of factors. We know that you cannot discharge any debts arising from a divorce except under Chapter 13. Using that chapter, a debtor may discharge debts which are not domestic support obligations (DSOs). Domestic support...
May 16, 2016 | Divorce & Bankruptcy, Divorce & Bankruptcy, Mortgages & Foreclosures
The answer usually depends upon the intent and goals of the couple. If one spouse wishes to remain in the house, that spouse will have to have the financial capabilities to do so. Refinance or sale is always an option, but it is not always possible to do so. ...
