What to do if I filed bankruptcy 4 years ago and thought it was a done but my lawyer didn’t file my credit counseling and now my paycheck is being garnished?
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What to do if I filed bankruptcy 4 years ago and thought it was a done but my lawyer didn’t file my credit counseling and now my paycheck is being garnished?
What are my options?
Asked on July 23, 2013 under Bankruptcy Law, Michigan
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
You need to sue your attorney but more importantly repair this issue with the court. Hire another banruptcy attorney, file a complaint with your state bar and see if this lawyer can fix the bankruptcy mess and sue your former counsel for malpractice.
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