Are Attorney’s Fees from a Divorce Dischargeable in Bankruptcy?
A lot of the clients that come in to our office have not only experienced a loss of a job, illness or disability, but many times they are in the process of either getting a divorce or have already gone through a divorce or separation. Many clients find themselves with a huge debt from attorneys [...]
Are Property Settlement Agreements Dischargeable in Bankruptcy?
If you have been through a divorce and there was some assets involved then chances are that you entered into a property settlement agreement. As part of your agreement you may have had to provide a payment to your ex-husband or ex-wife over the course of time or in a lump sump payment after the [...]
Can Bankruptcy Get Rid of Divorce Debt from a Hold Harmless Clause?
What happens when you agree to pay the debt of your ex-wife or ex-husband as part of your divorce decree? What if you can’t pay the debt and you want to file for bankruptcy. Can you get rid of the debt as part of the bankruptcy? The answer depends on what type of bankruptcy you [...]
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Norma Duenas, Esq.
