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  • Can you file for a chapter 7 bankruptcy and keep your car?

    Can you file for a chapter 7 bankruptcy and keep your car? By: Laura Ferret, Esq. October 27, 2020 Previously, attorney Jose Parra, discussed one of the most commonly asked questions by those who are considering bankruptcy with his blog on how homeowners can file for bankruptcy and protect their homes. Today, we will discuss […]

    Protecting Your Home When Filing for Bankruptcy

    Protecting Your Home When Filing for Bankruptcy By: Jose L. Parra, Esq. October 6, 2020 One of the biggest concerns on the minds of California homeowners when considering filing for bankruptcy is how to protect their homes. For California residents, several laws provide a level of protection for homeowners that are filing for bankruptcy. Such […]

    Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy While Married

    Those who are considering bankruptcy often wonder what effect, if any, their bankruptcy filing will have on their spouse. Married individuals can choose whether they wish to file an individual bankruptcy petition or a joint petition with their husband or wife. A debtor who leaves their spouse off of the petition can benefit by preserving […]

    The Impact to Your Credit Score After Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

    As the economy slowly begins to recover, it is more evident that returning to pre-Covid employment rates will be a long time coming. Unfortunately, that means that some individuals will have to contemplate bankruptcy. This is never something to rush into and takes careful legal guidance to make the correct choices and understand the appropriate […]

    A Quick Review of the Process of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case

    In a time of economic uncertainty, many begin to look for options to resolve financial issues. Each individual’s situation is different and requires a careful analysis of the options and impacts each particular path may take. Today, Attorney, Jose Parra, explains the bankruptcy process in a Chapter 7 case. As always, if you have any […]

    Planning for Bankruptcy

    In a time of economic uncertainty, many begin to look for options to resolve financial issues. Each individual’s situation is different and requires a careful analysis of the options and impacts each particular path may take. The US Constitution provides a mechanism for bankruptcy protection allowing individuals to eliminate certain types of debt. Bankruptcy is […]