Wednesday, September 12th, 2007
While my practice is limited to Massachusetts, I understand that people all over the country read this blog. (Of course, they do so with the understanding that it’s not legal advice and that they should confer with a local attorney who can help them.) With that said, my observations this morning in Bankruptcy Court might be helpful to just about anyone facing bankruptcy.
Last week, a Chapter 13 case was filed by a debtor who had a pending Chapter 7 case which had been filed earlier this summer. The judge asked “why do I have two pending bankruptcy cases at the same time?” A good question.
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Wednesday, August 1st, 2007
I am thrilled to hear that Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley has announced the establishment of a Pro Bono Foreclosure Assistance Hotline. The hotline is designed to steer low income Massachusetts residents to professionals who can offer them the help they need. (I am also pleased to let you know that both Roy and I are among the volunteer lawyers).
The numbers are (800) 342-5297 or (617) 603-1700.
Read more here.
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