Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most common type of bankruptcy we file for individuals at our office. Chapter 7 has the shortest timeline, at just a little over 90 days (in most cases) from when the case is filed until your discharge. In today's video, we're going...
There can be a lot of questions about what to expect at your bankruptcy 341 hearing, also known as the "meeting of creditors." In today's video, we're going to go over what to expect, what questions you might be asked, and how Chapter 7 may benefit you. If you...
When selling a home that is included in a probate, is that process any different? While the short answer is “no,” there’s a few things that need to be considered before you sell a home that is included in a probate. You need to understand what powers you have...
There are many different reasons a person may be having trouble making ends meet. Some common reasons that people find themselves in financial hardship include medical debt, credit card debt and other unplanned expenses. If you are facing an unimaginable...
Here at DAL Law Firm, when we prepare your estate plan, we don’t just prepare your estate planning documents. We prepare an estate planning binder for you with a lot of helpful information for you and your loved ones. It includes not only your estate planning...
A wage garnishment is an order that requires your employer to withhold a certain amount of money from your pay and send it directly to the creditor who issued the garnishment. For some debt, such as credit card payments or a doctor’s bill, a money judgement...
Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming and there's a lot of misinformation about how to stop your foreclosure. If you're facing foreclosure in Washington State, today's video will go over what bankruptcy options are available to you to stop the foreclosure and save...
Many of our clients are looking to form a LLC; whether it's for a new business venture, holding real estate, or co-owning assets with other members. One of the first questions we get many times is "Do I need any attorney to do this?" The short answer is no, you do not...
What is a Quit Claim Deed? A quit claim deed is a legal document that transfers ownership of real property from one person to another, but without any warranties or guarantees. In Washington State, there are certain requirements for quit claim deeds; it must be in...
If you are struggling with debt, bankruptcy might be a good option but if you are averse to the idea of filing for bankruptcy, consider alternative steps for digging out of debt. In some situations, a non-bankruptcy course of action may be your best remedy. Even...