Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Texas

Rights Concerning An Aquired Inheritance During Bankruptcy

My husband and I filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy,in Washington State. After filing, but before the court date, my father, who lived in the state of Texas, passed away, leaving a sizable inheritance. Our attorney never mentioned dropping the bankruptcy. Instead, we were advised to wait until the court date, and bring up the issue, at that time. The bankruptcy was discharged in early January. To date, we have no idea what amounts have been requested by our creditors. My question is, do we have any rights at all. Are we allowed to see what it is suqqested we owe. Some of our debt was from previous marriages. I owe no ''personal income tax'', but a business from my previous marriage, owes empolyee withholding taxes. Are we allowed to contest any requests from creditors, or does the trustee get every dime to do with as he pleases, without our knowledge? My father's estate is not completely settled, but I am positive I have more than enough to pay all of our debts. Why do we have to wait until my father's estate is completely settled, and the trustee holds the full inheritance? Do we have ANY rights at, and how do we protect those rights?


Asked on 3/14/03, 4:19 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lawrence Maun Lawrence J. Maun, P.C.

Re: Rights Concerning An Aquired Inheritance During Bankruptcy

This is not a question of Texas law. It sounda like your Washington Attorney should have dismissed your bankruptcy. Retain a different attorney to evaluate the situation. You should be able to get copies of all documents from the trustee and the bankruptcy court. Larry Maun 713.266.2560

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Answered on 3/17/03, 9:01 am


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