The rules have changed for parking to go to bankruptcy court in Cleveland. Two years ago I wrote an article for this site on my secret parking places when I go to court. Bad news. The rules have changed for the worse. Cleveland now has a casino. They had the nerve to put it right…
Cleveland Bankruptcy Court has new security identification features in place. Do they protect you? You have probably heard on the news about the federal government ramping up its security. You will be able to file this one away under the category, much ado about nothing. You already know that for your meeting of creditors you…
Where on earth is there parking for your Cleveland meeting of creditors? Like any major city there are many parking lots and parking garages around the HM Metzenbaum Federal Courthouse where you have to appear for your creditor meeting. I want you to remember right off the bat the reason you are coming to Cleveland. …
I bet you think speed traps on the way to Cleveland bankruptcy court is a catchy title for an article about problems you may face in bankruptcy, right? This one is about real speed traps. You know: Smokey Bear in the air Smokey and the bandit Gumball rally That’s right this post is all about…
Dress appropriately for your creditor meeting. The other day I had a number of clients scheduled for creditor meetings in Cleveland. I arrive for the first one early, and the clients are already in the meeting room. To my amazement both the husband and wife wore short sleeve shirts, shorts and athletic shoes. What is…
Meeting of creditors verification of identity Verification of social security number and proof of identity are required at your meeting of creditors. Today, I had two clients attend their meeting of creditors without any proper verification of their social security number. This should be no mystery. On the notice my office sends I specify you…
Your chapter 7 bankruptcy case is filed. The court sent a notice of the meeting of creditors. Your Bankruptcy Attorney told you about it, but how do you get ready? Five Quick Tips: 1. Review your chapter 7 petition. When your bankruptcy attorney filed your case he should have given you a copy of the…