Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Illinois

I filed Bankruptcy Feb 12, 2008, On Feb 16, 2008 I found my son dead and proceeded with funeral arrangements, etc. When I went for my final (what I thought was my final hearing in Rockford) they asked if anyone in the family died and I came into money in the next 6 months to let them know. Well, I told them about my son and the trustee then said the life insurance money that I buried my son with, wasn't mine to spend as it became part of the estate. I had no clue before hand, and now he is asking for the entire amount plus my past years income tax plus court costs to the tune of over 22K.

I just received the trustees suit yesterday and of course the atty I had, will no longer deal with the case.

I am not in a position to pay 22K, and not really in a position to have to pay another atty,, but I NEED help.

Please!!!!


Asked on 7/22/09, 4:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Adam S. Tracy Securities Compliance Group Ltd

My condolences with regards to your son. This is a difficult position you find yourself in, indeed. If your son's death came after you filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, there is an argument there that says it is not part of your estate. What information have you provided the trustee with? What has he asked for? Feel free to email me directly: [email protected]

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Answered on 7/27/09, 4:22 pm


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