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Bankruptcy for Senior Citizens: Older Clients Have Unique Needs

Bankruptcy for Senior Citizens: Older Clients Have Unique Needs

January 31st, 2010  |  No Comments ››

Guest Post Written by Atlanta Bankruptcy Lawyer, Jonathan Ginsberg Bankruptcy lawyers throughout the country report a significant increase in the number of seniors seeking federal bankruptcy protection. In my Atlanta area bankruptcy practice, ... Continue Reading »

Tim Clue: Face Your Debts Head On! (Sort of)

Tim Clue: Face Your Debts Head On! (Sort of)

January 26th, 2010  |  No Comments ››

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Let's face it.  Debt isn't funny, nor is bankruptcy.  But sometimes you need a break from the stress and worry.  Check out comedian Tim Clue as ... Continue Reading »

Limits of Bankruptcy (What Bankruptcy Can’t Do)

Limits of Bankruptcy (What Bankruptcy Can’t Do)

November 18th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Attorney, Russell A. DeMott If you're considering filing bankruptcy, you need to know what bankruptcy can do for you.  You also need to have a clear understanding of what bankruptcy ... Continue Reading »

The Bankruptcy Means Test (Part Two)

The Bankruptcy Means Test (Part Two)

November 3rd, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_580" align="alignleft" width="336" caption="Photo by Marissa DeMott"][/caption] Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott The means test analysis begins with calculating your current monthly income ("CMI").  This is one of the many concepts ... Continue Reading »

Can Creditors Take My Retirement Funds? (Part One)

Can Creditors Take My Retirement Funds? (Part One)

October 29th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_512" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Photo by Michael Mulligan"][/caption] Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Clients are naturally concerned about their retirement funds.  And they should be.  All of us will get to ... Continue Reading »

Why so Much Bankruptcy?  Why the Great Recession?

Why so Much Bankruptcy? Why the Great Recession?

October 24th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott One of the things I've noticed lately is that most of my clients have a strong sense of guilt and confusion about their financial problems.  ... Continue Reading »

What is the Automatic Stay?

What is the Automatic Stay?

September 29th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_286" align="aligncenter" width="1024" caption="Photo by Michael Mulligan"][/caption] Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Whether you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the "automatic stay" goes into effect ... Continue Reading »

Should I Try Credit Counseling? (Part One)

Should I Try Credit Counseling? (Part One)

September 3rd, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_103" align="aligncenter" width="810" caption="Photo by Michael Mulligan"][/caption] Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Attorney, Russell A. DeMott You want to avoid filing bankruptcy.  Everyone does.  What are your options?  What about credit counseling? Let's first ... Continue Reading »

Motions for Relief from Stay Regarding Surrendered Assets (DON’T PANIC!!!)

Motions for Relief from Stay Regarding Surrendered Assets (DON’T PANIC!!!)

August 18th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_61" align="aligncenter" width="370" caption="Photo by Marissa DeMott"][/caption] Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Attorney, Russell A. DeMott During your bankruptcy case, you may receive documents concerning your case. One of the documents you may receive is called ... Continue Reading »

What to Expect at Your Bankruptcy Hearing

What to Expect at Your Bankruptcy Hearing

July 27th, 2009  |  No Comments ››

[caption id="attachment_19" align="aligncenter" width="466" caption="Photo by Michael Mulligan"][/caption] Written by Summerville Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Your hearing, also called a First Meeting of Creditors or the 341 hearing will be held by your Trustee ... Continue Reading »

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