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Biography
We are a bankruptcy law firm giving personal attention to our clients. We offer low fees and payment plans to those who need it. We have dedicated our law practice almost exclusively to bankruptcy law since 1996 and have become know as the local and trusted bankruptcy firm in Massachusetts.
Education
- University of Massachusetts School of Law
- J.D. (1996) | Law
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- Rhode Island College
- B.A. (1990)
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Professional Experience
- Attorney, Partner
- Bucacci And Simonian, PC
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Income tax debt and bankruptcy
- Robert Simonian
Speaking Engagements
- Bankruptcy Lecture, Annual meeting, Fall River MA
- Bristol County Bar Association
- General lecture on bankruptcy to members of Bristol County Bar Association
Certifications
- Notary Public
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Awards
- Client Champion - GOLD
- Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Services
- Selected: 2020 - 2022
- America's Most Honored Lawyers, Top 5%
- The American Registry
- Pro Bono Award
- United States Bankruptcy Court
Professional Associations
- Massachusetts State Bar # 631817
- Member
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- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Massachusetts
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Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Payment plans available.
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Foreclosure Defense
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. Can the uplyft capital loan be forgiven
- A: "Forgiven" and "discharged" are two different terms. Yes, the debt can be discharged in bankruptcy. If it is a secured loan then you will have to continue making payments to keep the collateral or you can surrender the collateral but either way the debt is discharged. If it is unsecured it can be discharged. If the loan is forgiven then you could have serious tax consequences. Any cancelled or forgiven debt can be considered income to you and reported as such on your taxes.
- Q. Error on 7 bankruptcy wrong amount owed 2 yrs ago discharge
- A: As long as the creditor was properly listed in your schedules (correct address) and they received proper notice and it was a dischargeable debt you are ok.
- Q. I filed bankruptcy 10 years ago can I still be liable for the water bill I was discharged from the home
- A: Attorney W.J. Wintestein, Jr. provided a perfect answer and I cannot add to it.
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