During our initial Chapter 7 Bankruptcy consultation, I will go over a list of documents I need to analyze your financial circumstances. I will ask that you prepare and deliver copies of the documents requested, and that you retain your originals. These documents, which will include items such as pay stubs, bank statements and household...Read More
When you find yourself in debt and want to learn what your options are, the best thing to do is to find a local law firm that offers free initial Bankruptcy consultations. I offer free initial consultations at various locations around the state of Connecticut (including Orange, Shelton, Hartford and other various locations) and will...Read More
Did you know that if there is a fire and your apartment burns down, your Landlord’s insurance policy on the building will NOT cover the contents of your home. That means you get ZERO reimbursement for all of your lost or damaged possessions like your clothes and shoes, family pictures, jewelry, text books, laptop, etc....Read More
A Foreclosure is a legal process in which a mortgage lender (usually a bank) sues a homeowner to recover the balance of the mortgage after the homeowner has stopped making the mortgage payments. Not making your mortgage payments can and will likely lead to a lawsuit. When you are served with a foreclosure lawsuit you...Read More
If you decide to file for bankruptcy, but your spouse does not, you might be unsure as to what obligations your spouse has in the bankruptcy process. If you file for bankruptcy alone, will your spouse’s credit be affected? Will his or her debts be erased as well? These are common questions that spouses who...Read More
Do you feel like a zombie walking through life not sure how to pay your next bill? Let me unmask the myths behind Bankruptcy and give you some basic knowledge about a process that can give you the fresh start you need. Bankruptcy is a legal process in which you ultimately receive debt relief. The...Read More
Q: What is bankruptcy? A: Bankruptcy is a legal process for people who cannot afford to pay their bills, and offers them a fresh start. The right to file for bankruptcy is granted by federal law, and all Connecticut bankruptcy cases are handled in federal courts located in New Haven, Bridgeport and Hartford. Q: How...Read More
If you have come to the realization that your debt is too overwhelming for you to manage on your own, you might consider filing for bankruptcy. However, before you can begin the process of filing for bankruptcy, you will have to go through a process call or texted pre-bankruptcy counseling. This is a mandatory process...Read More
Hello, and welcome to my new video blog series. My name is Theresa DeGray and I am an attorney in Connecticut. I practice in the areas of Bankruptcy, Foreclosure and Civil Litigation Defense. Please click below to watch my first vlog in which I answer the most frequently asked question: “What is a Return Date?” In all civil cases, at...Read More
If you are in the process of getting divorced, it would be wise to consult a consumer attorney to analyze your financial circumstances, ensuring all of your obligations will be accounted for in the Divorce Decree/Separation Agreement, and to determine if you can handle paying them once you go back to a single income after...Read More
