Bankruptcy of Memphis

Memphis Bankruptcy Experience That Makes A Difference I am attorney Steven F. Bilsky . I have more than 30 years of experience in bankruptcy law and have helped thousands of clients find solutions to debt problems. I practice exclusively in bankruptcy law to provide each of my clients with skilled and knowledgeable representation. While my clients retain my services to obtain debt relief , I also believe it is important to provide my clients with compassionate support and superior service. Sometimes, just knowing that you have an experienced and caring advocate on your side can make a world of difference. To learn more about my education, experience and credentials, visit my attorney profile below . Steven Frank Bilsky Contact A Memphis, Tennessee Bankruptcy Lawyer I serve clients throughout the Memphis metropolitan area. To schedule a free consultation with a Memphis debt relief lawyer, contact my law office at 901-525-6692. You may also contact my office by ...

One of the biggest burdens on individuals filing either Chapter 7 bankruptcy  or Chapter 13 bankruptcy are student loans .  Section 532(a)(8) of the bankruptcy code governs a debtor’s discharge of student loan debt .  The law presumes that such debts are not dischargeable.  There is a very narrow exception if a debtor is able to show that the repayment of the student loan will cause an “undue hardship” on the debtor.  The cases that have been decided By the Courts make it extremely difficult to prove the “undue hardship”, and very few loans are discharged.  There has been some limited exceptions allowed, but very few.  There is discussion that the one of the planks of platform being proposed by the Democrats for this election is some type of relief for burdensome student loans, and hope that the Republicans at least consider a similar plank in their platform.   Student loans cause great difficulties for many young people trying to get start...

  The Obama Administration has proposed new guidelines that would stop robocalls demanding immediate payment for student loans.  Student loans are a major factors that force people into having to file either Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy .  Although student loans are not dischargeable in bankruptcy , the pressure it puts on a debtor can cause problems with other debts, often making it necessary to file a bankruptcy .  The new proposed guidelines would force student loan collectors from just collecting student loan debt , and would direct the collectors to inform delinquent borrowers of their eligibility for income based repayment plans before demanding they make payments.  It would also require student loan companies to make vigorous efforts to contact borrowers at risk of default and walk them through their options.  The student loan companies would have to form specialized customer service representatives to handle struggling borrowers wh...