Minnesota residents often hesitate to file bankruptcy when they have existing liens or judgments. Many believe that once they have a judgment against them, it is then too late. Our attorney Andrew Curtis Walker would like to clear up this misconception by providing some valuable information. Effect on Pending Judgments Upon filing bankruptcy, anyone who is seeking… Read more »
Debt Collector Misconduct Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
If you’ve been in debt, then you know what it’s like having debt collection creditors call to find out when they can expect you to start making payments again. While it’s bad enough when the people you owe money to blow up your phone, it can get doubly frustrating when creditors start harassing your friends… Read more »
What is Some Advice a Bankruptcy Attorney Would Give Potential Filers?
Facing Bankruptcy in Minnesota? Call Walker & Walker Today! When you hire a bankruptcy lawyer, they will be able to explain and knowledgbly walk you through the bankruptcy process. However, you will find that one of the number one tips that you get from a bankruptcy lawyer prior to actually filing for bankruptcy is… Read more »
Exempt and Non-Exempt Property in Minnesota Bankruptcy
Minneapolis Bankruptcy Attorneys Frequently, clients come to us with a fear that filing for bankruptcy will cause them to lose most of their property. Alleviating that fear is one of the rewarding aspects of our work. In reality, most clients get to keep all or most of their assets. In Minnesota you can keep your house,… Read more »
What Kinds of Debt Can and Cannot Be Discharged in Minnesota Bankruptcy?
Minnesota Bankruptcy Lawyers Fighting For You If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you probably have many questions. Often, our clients ask us what kinds of debts can and cannot be discharged. Other clients want to know what we mean when we say certain debts can be discharged. First, we’ll clarify what discharging debts means… Read more »
How Do You Know When to File Personal vs. Business Bankruptcy?
Twin Cities Bankruptcy Lawyers Fighting For You People don’t like the idea of bankruptcy. It is something that many people fear having to claim, especially if they have a small business, own their own home, etc. Owning a small business and needing to file bankruptcy is a scary situation. In reality, filing bankruptcy usually fixes… Read more »
How To Remove A Judgment Lien in Minnesota
Minneapolis Bankruptcy Attorney Fighting For You Previous unpaid debts such as medical bills, collections, and loans can come back to haunt you in a very serious way…in the form of a judgment lien against your home, or any other land or buildings that you own. If you live in Minnesota and have been issued… Read more »
How Does The “Automatic Stay” Affect Bankruptcy in Minnesota?
There is nothing fun about being in debt. It gets scary for people when they start to think about bankruptcy. Often, people who come into my office are at a loss, trying to decide what they need to do. The good news is, filing bankruptcy can help you by protecting you. In addition to an… Read more »
Attorney Bennett Hartz’s Court Victory Mlaskoch v. LVNV Funding Case
Read the full text of attorney Bennett Hartz’s court victory in the Mlaskoch v. LVNV Funding case. In this order, the judge agrees with Walker & Walker that debt collectors should not be adding secret fees onto judgments against Minnesotans. Download The Court Decision (PDF)
What is Chapter 7 Liquidation?
Minnesota Bankruptcy Attorneys Fighting For You When a debtor files for protection under Chapter 7 of the bankruptcy code, they must meet certain financial criteria. Chapter 7 may be used by both individuals and small business owners who can meet the guidelines. This criterion is based on the median income in the state in which… Read more »
