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Destin Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Clark Partington Attorneys at Law

4.8
316 Reviews

  • 4100 Legendary Drive, Suite 200, Destin, FL 32541+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 31 lawyers2 awards

  • Committed. Collaborative. Creative. Responsive. Proven. These are the pillars of the can-do, will-do spirit of our team. Distinguished in our craft - proven through performance.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAdministrative, Financial Institutions, and 25 more

Amy Slaman
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Matthews & Matthews Attorneys at Law

4.5
44 Reviews

  • 4475 Legendary Drive, Destin, FL 32541+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Firm established in 1983 and has provided over 35 years of service to clients on the emerald coast.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCivil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, and 15 more

Dana C. Matthews
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Wilson, Harrell, Farrington, Ford, Wilson, Spain & Parsons P.A.

4.6
102 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers1 award

  • Medical Malpractice, Insurance Defense, Litigation, Real Estate, Bankruptcy & General Practice.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersGeneral Civil Trial, Appellate Practice, and 17 more

James Ford
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Anchors Smith Grimsley

4.5
40 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Serving the Community Since 1961

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBanking Law, Corporate Law, and 21 more

Richard P. Petermann (P.A.)
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Law Office of Zachary T. Magaha

4.9
17 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have the wisdom and skill to assist you with comprehensive estate planning, real estate and bankruptcy counsel. By working closely with you, I tailor my representation to meet ... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersProbate, Estate Planning, and 26 more

Zachary Magaha
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The Watson Firm, PLLC

4.9
59 Reviews

  • Serving Destin, FL and Okaloosa County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • A personal injury law firm that is trusted locally and recognized nationally. We demand justice for our clients.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersPersonal Injury, Car Accidents, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

Susan Delbosq
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Stanford Law Firm, LLC

  • 34990 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Suite 365, Destin, FL 32541

Cadenhead & Campbell

  • 543 Harbor Blvd., Ste. 501, Destin, FL 32541-7360

Stephens Law Firm, PA

  • 4507 Furling Lane, Suite 210, Destin, FL 32541

Broad and Cassel

  • 200 Grand Boulevard, Suite 205A, Destin, FL 32550

Bruce P. Anderson Law

  • 495 Grand Blvd., Ste. 206, Destin, FL 32550

Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC

  • 35008 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Ste. 500, Destin, FL 32541

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Heath Law Firm, P.A.

  • 4100 Legendary Dr., Ste. 265, Destin, FL 32541

Phelps Dunbar LLP

  • 4405 Commons Drive East, Suite 102, Destin, FL 32540

Ward Law, P.A.

  • 1241 Airport Road, Suite H, Destin, FL 32541

Pleat & Perry, P.A.

  • 4477 Legendary Drive, Suite 202, Destin, FL 32541

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Law Office of John F. Greene

  • 4507 Furling Ln., Ste. 210, Destin, FL 32541

Ketchersid Law

  • 4014 Commons Dr. W. Ste. 100, Destin, FL 32541

Parker B. Smith, P.A.

  • 4393 Commons Drive East, Suite 200, Destin, FL 32541

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Bankruptcy lawyers help individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt. They analyze your financial situation and guide you through processes like Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 13 reorganization. Their goal is to stop creditor harassment, protect your assets, and provide a legal path to a fresh financial start.

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This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I withdraw my 401k before filing for bankruptcy?

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Answered by attorney Kenneth Allen Parker (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at Kenneth A. Parker, PC
While you can certainly withdraw money from your 401K to pay for the bankruptcy, it may not be a good idea. First and foremost, most of the time, money in a 401K is exempt property. Once you convert that to cash, it is no longer afforded exemption status. If you need to withdraw money from the 401K, only withdraw enough to pay for the Chapter 7, which is generally $1,500.00.
While you can certainly withdraw money from your 401K to pay for the bankruptcy, it may not be a good idea. First and foremost, most of the time, money in a 401K is exempt property. Once you convert that to cash, it is no longer afforded exemption status. If you need to withdraw money from the 401K, only withdraw enough to pay for the Chapter 7, which is generally $1,500.00.
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Why hasn't my attorney filed the paperwork yet?

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Answered by attorney Robert Jason De Groot (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
No one can tell you why the attorney did not file the affirmation agreements. As that relates to the mortgage the debt was discharged, thus taking it off of your shoulders. You can contact the credit reporting agencies and see whether you have the ability to get them to recognize that you have paid for the last two years. It may take contacting the lender in order to get them to correctly reflect the payments you have made.
No one can tell you why the attorney did not file the affirmation agreements. As that relates to the mortgage the debt was discharged, thus taking it off of your shoulders. You can contact the credit reporting agencies and see whether you have the ability to get them to recognize that you have paid for the last two years. It may take contacting the lender in order to get them to correctly reflect the payments you have made.
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I filed Bankruptcy to stop foreclosure the bank was still able to foreclose what legal actions can I take?

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Answered by attorney Dorothy G. Bunce (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at A Fresh Start
Once a foreclosure is completed, bankruptcy won't help you unless the foreclosure was illegal by taking place after the bankruptcy was filed and without bankruptcy court permission. Since it appears that four years have elapsed since this foreclosure has taken place (as you say the foreclosure went through back in 2008), it may be far too late for you to do anything. You cannot short sale a property that is no longer yours and you haven't provided enough details to show me one way or another whether this foreclosure was illegal or not. In any event, what damages did you sustain? If the property had equity, you might have sued back in 2008. Why bring this issue up 4 years down the road?
Once a foreclosure is completed, bankruptcy won't help you unless the foreclosure was illegal by taking place after the bankruptcy was filed and without bankruptcy court permission. Since it appears that four years have elapsed since this foreclosure has taken place (as you say the foreclosure went through back in 2008), it may be far too late for you to do anything. You cannot short sale a property that is no longer yours and you haven't provided enough details to show me one way or another whether this foreclosure was illegal or not. In any event, what damages did you sustain? If the property had equity, you might have sued back in 2008. Why bring this issue up 4 years down the road?
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