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If I co-own a boat and the other co-owner is declaring bankruptcy, what is likely to happen?

Yes, the entire boat is at risk.  How much risk depends on a number of factors, such as which chapter of bankruptcy was filed, the amount of equity in the boat, whether you (or the co-owner) a

Mark J. Markus answered 22 days ago

Can I withdraw my Chapter 13 case after meeting with trustee, due to luck of communication with my attorney?

You can dismiss your case at any time, but there may be consequences for doing that, most specifically is limiting the protection of the automatic stay in your next filed case (if you file another

Mark J. Markus answered 24 days ago

If I'm a public service employee getting a cash payout for vacation credits, can I exempt that cash in a Chapter 13?

There isn't enough information to answer your question.  Moreover, exemptions usually aren't an issue in a Chapter 13 case; it only affects how much you have to pay out through your Plan. 

Mark J. Markus answered 1 month ago

Can I file for bankruptcy if a I have judgement against me?

Yes, you can file bankruptcy while there is a judgment against you; in fact, the purpose of bankruptcy is get the filer out from under debts, which includes amounts owed pursuant to court judgments

SJZ, Member, New York Bar answered 1 year ago

I have a status conference coming up soon, do I need a bankruptcy lawyer to be present?

If you are being represented by an attorney, the attorney should appear at the status conference for you.  If you don't have an attorney and are representing yourself, you must appear at the s

S.L,. Member, California Bar answered 1 year ago

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