In general, if you are even remotely considering bankruptcy as a solution, you should consult with an attorney before making any financial decisions because the law can affect you and those you care about in surprising ways. If you owe money to family and/or friends, it is natural to want to take care of them … Continue reading Insider Creditors – Don’t Repay Money Owed To Mom and Dad (yet)
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Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a powerful tool to cure mortgage arrears and save your home from foreclosure.
The coronavirus pandemic has hurt a huge number of people financially, and with the unemployment benefit increase set to expire at the end of July, it will only get worse. Our Bankruptcy Court in the Western District of New York has remained open for case filing throughout the crisis, with most matters, including the "Meeting … Continue reading Bankruptcy & COVID-19
After practicing for 12 years at a small Buffalo firm, I recently left to begin a solo law practice focusing on helping individuals file for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. It's a bit of a challenge to go from an office with several attorneys, paralegals, assistants, and a receptionist, to handling everything solo. The … Continue reading A New Law Practice
Michael F. Barrett 