Can you become an attorney having filed for bankruptcy?
405804
Yes, *lol* lots of attorney have filed backruptcy that was nothing to do with the BAR, as long as you can pass the bar exam you can, I think having filed backrupcy it might be hard to afford the schooling but thats a different story, plus I think in louisiana you dont even have to go to school to take the bar so maybe you should go there\n\nCan I take the exam if I have filed for bankruptcy?\n\nBankruptcy is in itself not a disqualifying factor, but the Character and Fitness Committee and the Board will look at the apparent reasons for the bankruptcy to determine whether there may be disqualifying financial responsibility factors.\nhttp://www.vbbe.state.va.us/faq.html#27\n\nThat is for virginia but most of the states are going to be about the same to find out your state do a google search for\nbankruptcy and the bar exam or just click this link -> http://www.google.com/search?num=100&hl=en&safe=off&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=bankruptcy+and+the+bar+exam&spell=1\n\nEDIT ok forget that do one for -state qualification for bar exam- or click http://www.google.com/search?num=100&hl=en&lr=&safe=off&q=state+qualification+for+bar+exam END EDIT\n\n\nThat should be all you need to know or at least all the resources\n\nBy the way I think you would make a better bankruptcy lawyer becuase you have what is called "life-experience" *lol* :D
255352
In most cases, after you have declared Bankruptcy and been discharged of all your debts you become a "better credit risk" that you were before.  You should have no trouble in obtaining a loan for a car [provided you need one...if not dont go that way].  Of course you must be able to show that you can pay for it based on your income.  The interest for anything you do will be high from now on....You can also try for a loan from a small loan company that reports to the credit bureau...borrow around $50 to $150.00 and pay it on time [basically three payments]....then go for one in the $150-$300 range and again pay it a few days ahead of schedule...make sure the place you go (1) report to the credit bureau and (2) is going to give you the loan - since credit inquiries cost you "points" on your credit score.  Last try for a "store" card....department store, ask for low credit line....talk to them first before you file an application for there card.
993716
Nothing.  Student loans are not dischargeable in bankruptcy.  Your lawyer should have told you that.
642581
You need a to talk to an attorney.
509464
You have to petition the bankruptcy court.  Check to see if an attorney represent customers like you that also had gift certificates.  This will be in the court documents.  This is worth your time if it was a lot of money, otherwise it is a waste and a lesson learned.
1168610
~See a bankruptcy lawyer and get a stay of execution filed.  Fast.
128132
Well, if you fall into the criteria for filing Chapter 7 (your HOUSEHOLD income (not just yours) is lower than your states median income) then you should probably look to spend between $500-$1500.  You can fill out the paperwork yourself and file everything for a smaller fee (there's like a $200-$400 fee to file the paperwork).  The attorney's may offer a free consultation, however when an attorney does a bankruptcy they represent you because they are filling out the paperwork for you on your behalf.  Have you visited wethepeoplema.com ?  They show you how to file by yourself.  Good Luck.
1074672
Contrary to what other posters have said, bankruptcy will stay on your credit record for 10 years, not 7.\n\nYou will eventually be able to get credit after the bankruptcy though it may be a few months and the rates will be extremely high.  It's actually not that hard to start rebuilding your credit after bankruptcy as lenders know that you CAN'T file again for 7 years so they will get something from you.\n\nThere's no way around the high rates and fees that you'll encounter; it's a fact of post-banrkuptcy life.  Just take it easy on the expenditures and as your credit score inproves, ask for lower rates.
295321
Here's an idea... pay the $500-$700 you'd give a bankruptcy trustee to your creditors, and work yourself out of debt.  Don't wave the white flag of bankruptcy... have some self discipline and get out of your situation on YOUR terms!
702046
I doubt if you will be able to file bankruptcy on line. You can file on your own, but will probably need to talk with an attorney. Bankruptcy laws changed about a year ago. You cannot automatically get a Chapter 7 discharge. There is a means test you must pass before you will be allowed to receive a discharge. You may be required to file Chapter 13 to repay all or part of your debts. That is the new law. There are Consumer Credit Counseling companies that help those with credit problems to work something out and repay their debts without having to file for bankruptcy. They can often work out a reduced settlement out with your creditors. If it has been 10 years and you are working, perhaps it would be best to try and work out a settlement on your debt. Frankly, after 10 years, I am not sure that they could legally collect from you anyway. If you file bankruptcy your credit will suffer for many years. A bankruptcy can stay on your credit for as long as 10 years, depending on the section of the bankruptcy law you use. You really need to talk to a lawyer or credit counseling service.
140389
Yes.  So long as you are out of a chapter 13, you can file another chapter 13 or a chapter 7.  If you file the chapter 7, you cannot file another chapter 7 for seven years but you could file chapter 13 again once the 7 is discharged.  In fact, you can file chapter 13 bankruptcies indefinitely so long as you are no longer in the midst of another bankruptcy.
910334
Yes, you can.  Anyone can file individually, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy only remains on the credit file for 7 years IF discharged (completed): it is referred to as a Wage Earner Plan, because the creditors receive a portion of the payments due to them.\nIf you prefer not to file bankruptcy, debt consolidation may be an option as well.
596936
That is a question for a local attorney, bankruptcy law is state specific.  The state you reside in determines the answer combined with your personal circumstances.
84877
First, this is a question for legal counsel in the jurisdiction.  Bankruptcy law is a mix of local and national laws.  That said, the money isn't yours once you go into bankruptcy, it is the trustee's money now.  Everything due to you isn't yours anymore.  Whether you can gain access to the funds depends totally on the particulars of your case.  Think of it as no different than if you had $2000 in a checking account.
799499
You want to contact a bankruptcy attorney, if you have an attorney, you may want to contact the bar association if there was any wrongdoing by the attorney. You may try to get the case reinstated, you only have 10 days from the date the order dismissing your case was filed.
731632
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceeding takes about 3-6 months to complete.\nA Chapter 13 bankruptcy (repayment plan) can take 3-5 years.\n\nBoth will most likely remain on your credit report for up to 10 years. However, if you make an effort to re-establish, your credit score will improve way before then.\n\nThe kind of debt you want to establish is mortgage and installment (car loan). Don't go out and open a bunch of credit cards. \n\nUsually you will start getting credit card offers as soon as your bankruptcy is discharged. Be careful, they are higher rates and you usually have to pay some extra fees. Just don't let the balance exceed 50% of your limit and this should help your credit.
112655
Yes.  You do not list those debts as part of your bankruptcy plan and reaffirm with the lenders (who by law receive notice of bankruptcy) that you will still be paying them what is owed.  You do not need to file chapter 11 or 13 in order to reaffirm.  However, if you are including those debts in your bankruptcy, then as a rule those assets must be liquidated in order to minimize the lenders' losses.