Miami Lawyers
-
Becoming the Ideal Bankruptcy Client
A bankruptcy attorney and professor explains how to be the ideal client. Maximize your success and avoid errors during the 341 Meeting.
-
What to Expect at the 341 Meeting of Creditors
This YouTube video discusses the 341 meeting of creditors, clarifying roles of trustees and creditors.
-
The Legacy of Tupperware: From Icon to Bankruptcy
Tupperware has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, aiming to restructure and continue business operations.
-
Navigating the Chapter 13 Timeline: From Filing to Discharge
Bankruptcy Attorney & Law Professor explains the Chapter 13 process, from the 341 meeting to confirmation hearings & the final discharge.
-
Understanding Personal Loans and Bankruptcy Risks: An Expert Analysis
A Professor of Bankruptcy Law & Attorney details the risks of repaying family loans. Learn why a Preferential Transfer is illegal.
-
Divorce, Bankruptcy, and Mortgage Refinance – Expert Advice
Divorce and bankruptcy often go hand in hand, with mortgage issues and quit claim deeds complicating matters.
-
Navient CFPB Settlement on Student Loans for $120 Million
Navient faces $120M court order, banned from federal loan servicing. Accused of predatory lending, restitution and fine imposed.
-
Big Lots Bankruptcy Update: Store Liquidation Lists & The Aldi Takeover
Big Lots converted from its Chapter 11 bankruptcy to Chapter 7 liquidation as store closures are converting to new Aldi grocery hubs.
-
Kevin Spacey Foreclosure: Legal Issues and Unusual Living Situation
This YouTube video discusses Kevin Spacey’s legal issues and bizarre situation of living in foreclosed home.
-
Essential Tips for Hiring a Bankruptcy Lawyer
Professor Alex provides valuable tips for hiring a bankruptcy lawyer, emphasizing research, specialization, and payment plans.
-
Navigating a Creditor Lawsuit: The Prove Debt Ownership Defense
Professor & author’s guide to debt lawsuit defense. Learn to challenge debt ownership, use discovery to delay judgments, and stop garnishment with bankruptcy.
-
Cure Mortgage Arrears: How to Force a Lender to Accept Your Payments
Stop foreclosure even if your lender refuses payment. Prof. Hernandez explains how to cure mortgage arrears using Chapter 13 and state court motions to compel.
-
The 57-Store Shutdown of Off Fifth Avenue and Financial Reset of Saks Global
Prof. Hernandez analyzes the Saks Global bankruptcy: 57 Saks Off 5th stores closing and a total “Financial Reset.” View the full list of remaining stores and what this retail collapse means for the 2026 economy.
-
Suing the Government is Your Best Move Against Student Loan Garnishments
Stop federal student loan garnishment by leveraging the “settlement gap.” Learn why filing an adversary proceeding is the key to forcing a government settlement and discharging debt under the latest DOJ guidance.
-
Mom and Pop Small Businesses Reach Record High in Bankruptcy Filings
Bankruptcy attorney & law professor reports on the record small business bankruptcies in 2025 caused by the impact of the Trump tariffs.
-
The Motion for Relief from Stay: Check Your Local Bankruptcy Forms First
Filing for Relief from Stay? Before you draft a motion, check your local bankruptcy court forms. Using mandatory district templates is key to avoiding rejection.
-
The Motion for Relief from Stay Versus The Automatic Stay
Received a Motion for Relief from Stay? A bankruptcy attorney and law professor explains how creditors try to lift the automatic stay.
-
Bankruptcy Petition Preparers: A Compliance Checklist Under 11 U.S.C. §110
What are the legal requirements for a bankruptcy petition preparer? Professor Alex Hernandez breaks down 11 U.S.C. § 110, including Form 119, fee limits, and the ban on legal advice.
-
The Hidden Risks of Bankruptcy Petition Preparers: Why “Cheap” Can Be Costly
Discover the risks of using a bankruptcy petition preparer. Professor Alex Hernandez explains why legal advice, accountability, and court advocacy make a lawyer essential for your fresh start.
-
The Statement of Financial Affairs (SOFA) on the Bankruptcy Petition
A bankruptcy attorney and law professor’s comprehensive review of the Statement of Financial Affairs in the bankruptcy petition.