When Should You Consider Filing for Bankruptcy?
If you have been struggling financially, how do you know when it is time to consider filing for bankruptcy? The first thing to do is to take a step back and assess your financial situation. The first thing we recommend is to conduct a review of your household budget. Carefully compare your true typical monthly […]
The Federal Wildcard Exemption
In a bankruptcy case, the property of the debtor is classified in one of two ways: exempt property and non-exempt property. Exempt property is the property the debtor is allowed to keep, while non-exempt property can potentially be liquidated and distributed to creditors. There are exemptions for a wide variety of personal property of the […]
Can I File For Bankruptcy without My Spouse?
Many clients ask us the question, “Can I file for bankruptcy without my spouse?” Yes, a person can file for bankruptcy without their spouse. However, the more important questions is “Should you file for bankruptcy without your spouse? Married couples are not obligated to file for bankruptcy together. One person can file for bankruptcy while […]
The Benefits of Filing for Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy can help many people in financial distress. Here are some of the benefits of filing for bankruptcy. Discharge Most Debts The bankruptcy discharge eliminates any personal obligation to pay certain types of debt. There are several types of debt that can not be discharged through bankruptcy (nondischargeable debt). For most people in […]
Non-Dischargeable Debt
Certain types of debt can not be discharged by filing for bankruptcy. Although bankruptcy is designed to eliminate many types of debt, there are certain types of debt that can not be discharged. Some of these debts typically include, but are not limited to: most federal funded student loans federal taxes state taxes local taxes […]
What Assets Can I Keep in Bankruptcy?
We often receive phone calls to our office asking us, “what property and assets am I able to keep if I file for bankruptcy?” That is a great question because many people are concerned about what property they may lose if they file for bankruptcy. Contrary to what many people may think, there are many […]
White Plains Bankruptcy Court
White Plains Bankruptcy Court Charles L. Brieant, Jr. United States Courthouse 300 Quarropas Street, 2nd Floor White Plains, NY 10601-4150 Phone 914-390-4060 Internet Web Site http://www.nysb.uscourts.gov ECF Link https://ecf.nysb.uscourts.gov
New York Bankruptcy Court
New York Bankruptcy Court Alexander Hamilton Custom House One Bowling Green, Room 615-3 New York, NY 10004 Phone 212-668-2870 Internet Web Site http://www.nysb.uscourts.gov ECF Link https://ecf.nysb.uscourts.gov
Long Island Bankruptcy Court
Long Island Bankruptcy Court Alfonse M. D’Amato United States Courthouse Federal Plaza, Room 290 Central Islip NY 11722 Phone 631-712-6200 Internet Web Site http://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov ECF Link https://ecf.nyeb.uscourts.gov
Brooklyn Bankruptcy Court
Brooklyn Bankruptcy Court Conrad B. Duberstein United States Bankruptcy Courthouse 271 Cadman Plaza East, Suite 1595 Brooklyn NY 11201-1800 Phone 347-394-1700 Internet Web Site http://www.nyeb.uscourts.gov ECF Link https://ecf.nyeb.uscourts.gov Brooklyn Bankruptcy Lawyer & Foreclosure Attorney