Cara O'Neill

Cara O'Neill

Attorney · University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law

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What Are Some Good Questions To Ask a Bankruptcy Attorney?
Learn the questions to ask to learn whether you should hire a particular bankruptcy lawyer or whether you should continue your bankruptcy representation search.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: What If I Have a Lot of Equity in My Home?
If you can’t exempt all of your home equity with a bankruptcy exemption, you should expect to pay a substantial monthly payment in Chapter 13. Find out how the equity in your home can affect your Chapter 13 payment.
Deficiency After Car Repossession: Will I Still Owe Money?
The money owed after a car repossession is known as a “deficiency.” If a court issues a deficiency judgment, the lender can collect the money you owe for the car repossession deficiency using a wage garnishment, bank levy, or property seizure.
Can I file bankruptcy and then start a new job?
You’ll want to consider a couple of issues before filing for bankruptcy if you’re looking for a new job, including how a new job could affect your ability to qualify for Chapter 7.
401k Retirement Accounts and Bankruptcy
For the most part, your 401(k) and other qualified retirement accounts (such as 403(b)s, profit-sharing and money purchase plans, IRAs, and defined-benefit plans) are safe in bankruptcy. Learn more.
Typical Lawyer Fees in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Although attorney fees vary significantly, the average bankruptcy lawyer charges $1,200 to $2,000 for Chapter 7 bankruptcy services. Learn the factors determining the cost you'll pay a Chapter 7 attorney for bankruptcy representation.
Federal Nonbankruptcy Exemptions
Almost all states have a set of exemptions that you can use to protect property in bankruptcy. If you choose to use the state exemptions, you can also use the federal nonbankruptcy exemptions.
How Much Will It Cost to File Bankruptcy in Missouri With a Lawyer?
The fee to file a bankruptcy case is the same throughout the United States, including Missouri. Learn about bankruptcy filing fees and more.
How Much Will It Cost to File Bankruptcy in Georgia With a Lawyer?
How much will it cost to file bankruptcy in Georgia with a lawyer?
Florida Bankruptcy & the Homestead Exemption
If you're a Florida homeowner contemplating bankruptcy, the favorable Florida exemption laws could enable you to retain all the equity in your home while discharging many debts.
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