Introduction to reaffirmation agreements in Newnan, Georgia (GA) Bankruptcy Cases Reaffirmation agreements are agreements that make you liable for a debt even when that debt has been listed in your bankruptcy case. When you file a chapter 7 bankruptcy case in Georgia, all of your debts must be included in your bankruptcy petition, including the […]
I know that money is tight; otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this post. I also know that you don’t want to get ripped off. However, the difference in fees between the more experienced Newnan bankruptcy lawyers and the less experienced lawyers is only a few hundred dollars, yet the costs of hiring the wrong lawyer […]
If you are reading this post you’ve probably seen some of the bankruptcy ads and websites for lawyers in Newnan, Georgia (GA). It’s common to see ads touting that you can start a chapter 7 bankruptcy case for $299.00 and a chapter 13 case for $75.00. I know of one that says “$100.00 hires an […]
Chapter 13 cases can be difficult to put together and if you or your attorney throw up any of the following red-flags, it will be much more difficult to get your case confirmed. Not making your pre-confirmation chapter 13 plan payments – nothing will get your case dismissed quicker than missing your payments. Your first […]
As a Newnan, Georgia (GA) bankruptcy lawyer I’ve been privileged to work with hundreds of people who now have a fresh financial start and no longer feel the stress and worry associated with debt problems. Occasionally, however, I meet someone that I just can’t help. Often, they have one or more of these 5 problems. […]
The Bankruptcy Trustee Runs the Show If you are filing for bankruptcy in Georgia and live in the following counties – Carroll, Coweta, Fayette, Haralson, Heard, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding or Troup – the Bankruptcy Court in Newnan, GA will have jurisdiction over your case. That means all of your court proceedings will be governed by […]
What happens if you decide to file a chapter 13 bankruptcy case with us? First you will have met with a Newnan bankruptcy lawyer – in this case me – Rick Palmer. At your meeting we will go over all of your options to resolve your debt issues. In this example, you’ve decided to file […]
What happens if you decide to file a chapter 7 bankruptcy case with us? First you will have met with a Newnan bankruptcy lawyer – in this case me – Rick Palmer. At your meeting we will go over all of your options to resolve your debt issues. In this example, you’ve decided to file […]
Maybe a creditor has filed a lawsuit against you. Maybe creditors are calling you non-stop. Maybe you are in danger of losing your home. Whatever the reason, you are considering talking to a bankruptcy lawyer. So what is your bankruptcy lawyer going to be interested in hearing? It may not be what you think. It’s […]
Certain actions prior to filing a bankruptcy case can cause you to have problems with the case. These 5 items are particularly troublesome and as a Georgia Bankruptcy Lawyer, I see clients every week who have done one ore more of these things. So hopefully, you’ve come across this list well in advance of filing […]
