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Can I file for bankruptcy alone?

Asked on May 29th, 2012 on Bankruptcy - Florida
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i was married during the purchase of a home, now divorced with no property settlement, his name was never on the loan can i file bankruptcy alone? The home does not reflect on his credit and the home has been vacant for 4yrs with no payment
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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Seattle, WA at The Law Office of Marc S. Stern
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After the divorce, a joint petition is not possible. You have to file individually.
Answered on Jun 18th, 2012 at 6:06 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Phoenix, AZ at Law Office of D. L. Drain, P.A.
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Most likely, but I would need more information. Please understand that bankruptcy is a very complicated process. It is wise to talk to an experienced bankruptcy attorney before deciding to take this important step. Most Arizona bankruptcy attorneys offer a free consultation about the basics of bankruptcy.
Answered on Jun 12th, 2012 at 8:46 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Jacksonville, FL at Robert L. Peters, Attorney
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Yes, you can file bankruptcy without your spouse.
Answered on Jun 12th, 2012 at 8:05 PM

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Commercial Bankruptcy Attorney serving Davie, FL at Law Office of Jeffrey Solomon
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You can file for bankruptcy for yourself. You cannot file any other way since you could not file a joint case with an ex spouse.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 10:38 PM

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Yes. You can file immediately if you qualify.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 10:35 PM

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Personal Injury Attorney serving Stratford, CT
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You can file bankruptcy without your spouse. You can avoid a debt that your spouse is a co debtor on but you will leave your spouse holding the bag.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 10:13 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Livonia, MI at Charles J. Schneider, P.C.
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You may file a bankruptcy without your spouse.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 10:09 PM

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Marriage & Prenuptials Attorney serving Charleston, SC at Evan Guthrie Law Firm
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You can file for bankruptcy as an individual.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 9:43 PM

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7 Attorney serving Los Angeles, CA at Bereliani Law Firm, PC
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Yes definitely. Even if you guys had assets together you can file bankruptcy while married without your spouse.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 9:26 PM

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Securities Attorney serving Rochester, MI at Olson Law Firm
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Yes, you can file alone, whether you are married or not.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2012 at 4:37 PM

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Attorney serving Milwaukee, WI at Law Offices of Deborah A. Stencel
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Yes, as long as you otherwise qualify for bankruptcy you may file on your own.
Answered on Jun 08th, 2012 at 2:51 PM

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Glen Edward Ashman
If you're single, you have to file alone, as I am sure your lawyer has explained.
Answered on Jun 08th, 2012 at 2:36 PM

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Yes. He is not responsible for the debt if he didn't sign the promissory note. You didn't mention if his name was on the title to the home. I assume it was not.
Answered on Jun 08th, 2012 at 2:21 PM

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Yes. In fact, you have no choice of filing with him. Only those currently married to one another may file jointly.
Answered on Jun 08th, 2012 at 2:11 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Kalamazoo, MI at Debt Relief Law Center
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Yes, you can file alone.
Answered on Jun 07th, 2012 at 9:25 PM

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Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI at Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
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Yes, it is possible and indeed normal to file bankruptcy individually. Because you are precise situation cannot be deduced from the information which were provided I would suggest you seek competent bankruptcy counsel to determine your best course of action.
Answered on Jun 07th, 2012 at 9:22 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Beverly Hills, CA
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Yes, you can.
Answered on Jun 07th, 2012 at 9:22 PM

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Bruce Arthur Plesser
It is worth a free call to National Mortgage Litigation.
Answered on Jun 07th, 2012 at 9:21 PM

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