Asset Protection from Bankruptcy

As part of an asset protection plan, people may place certain assets into a single member limited liability company (LLC) with the belief that these assets are protected from individual creditors. However, in the bankruptcy context, a single member LLC will not provide any asset protection for a person from their individual creditors.  In multiple […]

Brooklyn judge tosses bad foreclosure filings

With foreclosure filings growing by the month, some judges are holding banks and loan servicers’ feet to the fire to prove they “own” the mortgage and that they know what information is in the filing. Read more:  http://bit.ly/cnrhfz

Black & LoBello’s Quarterly Newsletter: You Have Been Served! 2.4.2010

This edition of You Have Been Served! 2.4.2010 focuses on estate planning, probate, and asset protection services offered by Black & LoBello.  We have acquired some of the finest legal minds in these areas.  Schedule an appointment with us today to make sure your assets and your loved one’s are properly planned for and protected.

Black & LoBello featured in RJ’s Business Section

BATTLING THROUGH BANKRUPTCY: Chapter 7 not final chapter Filing turns out to be ‘a relief’ for widow Life as Renne Fortier knew it changed in January 2009. Her husband, Mark, was diagnosed with CNS lymphoma, a brain tumor, while he was working in Hawaii. By March, he was gone and she was a 38-year-old widow […]

How To Choose The Right Bankruptcy Lawyer

When facing the decision whether or not to file for bankruptcy you want to make sure you have an experienced attorney who will handle your case the way you want.  The following is a list of key issues you need to address and ask about when you are searching for a bankruptcy attorney: Have you […]

6 Mistakes to Avoid On The Eve Of Bankruptcy

The months and days leading up to a bankruptcy filing can make or break your financial future, and possibly stop you from being able to file for bankruptcy.  The following six (6) mistakes must be avoided if you are thinking of filing bankruptcy: Retirement Accounts Borrowing against or cashing in your retirement accounts to try […]

The Automatic Stay In Bankruptcy

The instant bankruptcy is filed, for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, a protective umbrella called the automatic stay is triggered which protects the debtor and the debtor’s property against the continuance of any action by any creditor.  For example, the automatic stay would protect and STOP a pending foreclosure. Additionally, when filing a Chapter […]

What is the Meeting of Creditors?

Between thirty (30) and forty (40) days after filing your bankruptcy petition, the randomly assigned Chapter 7 Trustee will hold a meeting of creditors.  During this meeting, the debtor is placed under oath and the Chapter 7 Trustee along with any creditors that attend may ask questions regarding your bankruptcy petition. You MUST attend this […]

The Chapter 7 Discharge

The goal of any bankruptcy proceeding is to obtain a discharge of debts.  A discharge releases the debtor from personal liability from most debts and prevents creditors from taking any collection action against you.  Nonetheless, there are many exceptions to receiving a discharge in a bankruptcy proceeding.  Therefore, debtors should consult competent legal counsel before […]