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How can I discharge the divorce court order that I pay my ex-spouse’s attorney fees?

Using that chapter, a debtor may discharge debts which are not domestic support obligations (DSOs). Domestic support obligations, generally speaking, are debts which are in the nature of alimony, maintenance, or support.

Can a homeowner testify as to the value of the home?

We often need to put on evidence about the value of assets. We try to use experts, such as appraisers, auctioneers, or brokers. But sometimes we just do not have an expert.

I Need a Credit Card For Work: Should I Keep Using It?

Should I keep paying on my credit card accounts? I need a credit card for work.

My Land Contract was Foreclosed: Can I Save My Property?

My land contract was foreclosed and the redemption period has ended. Can I still save my property?

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STUDENT LOAN DEFENSE TRIAL ATTORNEY

This article describes the process and outcome of a recently tried case.

Birmingham Bankruptcy Courthouse Reopened

The Birmingham Bankruptcy Courthouse, officially known as the Northern District of Alabama-Southern Division, recently reopened after several years of renovations.

Your Bankruptcy Hearing: What to Expect

For many people, one of the most frightening aspects of bankruptcy is going to court. What’s going to happen? Who will be there? Will I be asked embarrassing questions? Here are 10 things you need to know about your bankruptcy court date:

To Deduct or not to Deduct: The Means Test, the Supreme Court and your car.

May a debtor claim an ownership expense deduction under the means test if the vehicle is unencumbered? The Supreme Court will hear a case on this issue to resolve a split in the circuits; well, not a 50/50 split, but the usual split…the 9th Circuit versus everyone else.

The Bankruptcy Means Test, Is It The “Real” Test to Qualify for Bankruptcy?

A bankruptcy judge in Georgia ruled that a debtor would be refused a discharge even though he passed the Means Test. At the time of filing, the Debtor paid monthly mortgage payments of $3,273 per month.

Unemployment numbers and the “Geography of Recession”

Worried about unemployment? Wondering how much unemployment has increased in the last 3 years? Has it effected you?

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