Baran Bulkat

J.D. · California Western School of Law

Baran Bulkat is a former consumer bankruptcy attorney with extensive experience in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings as well as debt settlement. He has authored numerous bankruptcy and debt management articles on Nolo.com as well as other Nolo sites. He has also updated a previous edition of Nolo's book, How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

In addition to his bankruptcy experience, Baran also worked as an analyst and compliance manager for a large financial planning firm where he obtained his Series 7, 24, and 66 securities licenses.

Baran received his undergraduate degree in business management from Georgia Tech and his law degree from California Western School of Law.

Articles by Baran Bulkat

My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Was Dismissed for Nonpayment. Should I Appeal?
Can you save your Chapter 13 bankruptcy case if the court dismisses it because you didn’t make your monthly plan payments?
The Marital Adjustment Deduction in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
If you’re married but filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy without your spouse, the marital adjustment deduction can reduce the amount you pay back to general unsecured creditors.
Can I Keep My Home in Bankruptcy if I Am Behind on HOA Dues?
Whether filing for bankruptcy can help you eliminate HOA dues and keep your home will typically depend on whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Learn more.
Can I Join the Military If I File for Bankruptcy?
You might need to meet financial eligibility requirements before enlisting in the armed forces. In most cases, a bankruptcy filing will not automatically prohibit you from joining the military.
What to Expect at a Chapter 7 Reaffirmation Hearing
A Chapter 7 reaffirmation contract makes you personally liable for an obligation eliminated in bankruptcy. Many debtors reaffirm secured debts like car loans to protect against losing the vehicle after bankruptcy.
How to Modify Your Chapter 13 Repayment Plan
In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must prepare a proposed repayment plan outlining which creditors you must repay and how much your monthly plan payments will be. Learn when you can modify a plan payment once it is confirmed by the court.
Appealing the Dismissal of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
The bankruptcy court can dismiss a Chapter 13 case for many reasons, and sometimes, you can file a new bankruptcy right away. But sometimes, it can be in your best interest to appeal the dismissal order to a higher court for further review.
Reaffirmation Agreements in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
A reaffirmation agreement helps you keep a financed car after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Learn what to do when you owe a secured debt, such as a car loan, that will be erased in bankruptcy, and you want to keep the property serving as collateral.