Rocky Mountain Law - Family Law - Divorce - Probate - Estate Administration - Bankruptcy - Chapter 7

  Is it common for children to be involved in court battles between divorced or separated parents over custody and residence? Tim Cella used to work at several law firms My answer is yes and no. Let me explain. Having worked in a  law firm , I can confirm that it is unfortunately not uncommon for children to be involved in court battles between divorced or separated parents over  physical custody ,  legal custody  and  child support . These legal disputes, often emotionally charged, can sometimes result in children being caught in the middle as each parent seeks to assert their rights and preferences. With that being said, typically the children never go to court. The court commissioners and judges (at least in Utah) don’t want to talk to the kids directly. If there is input from the children, this is done with their a child custody evaluation or via a guardian ad litem. I also want to point out that involving children in custody battles can have significan...

  How long do unpaid debts remain on record after filing for bankruptcy? Tim Cella used to work at several law firms This is a good question for me to answer. I’ve been involved in so many bankruptcies over the years working as a paralegal and I’ve also seen them as a real estate agent and via short sales. So, in the United States, when you file for bankruptcy, it has an impact on your credit report and can affect the reporting of unpaid debts. The length of time that unpaid debts remain on your credit report after filing for bankruptcy can depend on the type of bankruptcy you file for and the specific credit reporting agency's policies. Here's a general guideline: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy : In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which is a liquidation bankruptcy, most unsecured debts are discharged, meaning you are no longer legally obligated to pay them. These discharged debts will typically remain on your credit report for 7 to 10 years from the date of filing for bankruptcy. Chapter 13 Ban...