My Stuff Is Paid For-Why Do I Have To List It In My Bankruptcy Case?

November 29, 2010

As a Waco Bankruptcy Lawyer and Killeen Bankruptcy Lawyer I am  frequently asked this question.  When you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, you must fill out bankruptcy forms called “bankruptcy schedules” which you sign under the penalty of perjury.  Those forms ask you to list all of your [...]

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Bankruptcy and the Military Special Issues Reguarding Active Duty Servicemen and Veterans

November 12, 2010

The following was taken from a presentation Erin gave at Baylor Law School for Veterans on 11/11/10: As the economic climate continues to deteriorate in the U.S., financial difficulties seem to be affecting more and more individuals. Foreclosures and bankruptcies are now at record highs throughout the nation. As an attorney with an office in [...]

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TexasMilitaryBankruptcy.com

November 5, 2010

With the great number of military, veterans and civilian contractors that we see in our offices from Killeen, Ft. Hood, Temple, Belton, Gatesville, Copperas Cove, and across Central Texas, Erin B. Shank P.C. has launched TexasMilitaryBankruptcy.com a site specializing in helping our military men and women with bankruptcy. http://www.texasmilitarybankruptcy.com

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I’ve Been Sued-Is It Too Late To File Bankruptcy?

November 4, 2010

As a Waco Bankruptcy Lawyer and a Killeen Bankruptcy Lawyer, I am frequently asked this question. The answer is No, it is never too late. However, waiting until after a Judgment is entered may not be a good idea. When you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, an “automatic [...]

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Beware of “Debt Settlement Companies”

October 21, 2010

The lead article in the Economy Section of the June 18, 2010, issue of the New York Times offered a revealing insight into the practices of the “debt settlement” companies. Debt settlement companies state that they are positive alternatives to filing a bankruptcy case, suggesting that they have insight into “secrets that the credit card [...]

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New Bankruptcy FAQs Page

September 2, 2010

Our staff sat down and came up with a list of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) we are asked about bankruptcy during first appointments. Bankruptcy FAQs

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Updated: Will Bankruptcy Affect My Security Clearance?

August 26, 2010

Since my law firm represents soldiers, civilian contractors and other military personnel especially in our Killeen office, we are frequently asked if filing for bankruptcy will affect a security clearance.  I found this discussion on the United States Air Force Academy website. “The status of your security clearance can be affected, but it is not [...]

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Video Blog: The differences between filing for bankruptcy protection versus going through a debt consolidation.

August 23, 2010

In this video Erin talks about the differences between filing for bankruptcy protection versus going through a debt consolidation.

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12 Myths About Bankruptcy

May 6, 2010

Myth 1     I make too much money to file bankruptcy, especially Chapter 7- Our law firm aggressively represents all clients and looks for the best result for that client.  In almost three decades of practicing exclusively bankruptcy law, Ms. Shank has never not filed a bankruptcy for someone because they made too much money. [...]

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Will Bankruptcy Affect My Security Clearance?

November 15, 2009

Since my law firm represents soldiers, civilian contractors and other military personnel especially in our Killeen office, we are frequently asked if filing for bankruptcy will affect a security clearance.  I found this discussion on the United States Air Force Academy website.  “The status of your security clearance can be affected, but it is not [...]

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