Consumer Bankruptcy

Can I File for Chapter 7 in Georgia Without My Spouse?

by Win Mims | Jeff Field & Associates on 2/11/2013

The more important inquiry is which option makes the most economic sense for you and your spouse! Georgia follows the common law rules of ownership of property and liability for debt....more

The Georgia Homestead Exemption in Bankruptcy: Should it be Increased?

by Win Mims | Jeff Field & Associates on 2/7/2013

On May 2, 2012, the homestead exemption was increased which brought the exemption for an individual filer to $21,500.00 and nearly in line with the federal homestead exemption....more

The Magic of the Automatic Stay, Section 362(a): Part II

by Win Mims | Jeff Field & Associates on 2/1/2013

Many legal writers have observed that the purpose of the stay is to provide a “breathing spell” while the facts in a bankruptcy case are sorted out....more

Step Four in Your Bankruptcy – Your Time on Stage

by John Skiba on 1/29/2013

After your bankruptcy case is filed, if everything has been done right, the rest of your chapter 7 bankruptcy should be smooth sailing. You must remember – millions have gone through this process before you. The bankruptcy...more

Step Two in Your Bankruptcy Journey – Understanding What Will Be Expected of You

by John Skiba on 1/10/2013

Once you pick a bankruptcy lawyer you can set this puppy on auto-pilot and you are good to go – right? Not right. You need to view your chosen bankruptcy lawyer more as a guide through the bankruptcy journey rather than...more

How to Create Your List of Debts

by Jeff Field | Jeff Field & Associates on 12/20/2012

When individuals contact us about scheduling a free office consultation, we ask that they bring a list of their debts. We ask this because when it comes time to file bankruptcy, you either need to write down the names and...more

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