Consumer and Personal Bankruptcy.
This includes representing individuals, married couples and families experiencing debt or other financial problems.
We handle the entire case, from beginning (creative pre-bankruptcy planning) to end (discharge). An extensive interview is
done with the debtors regarding which assets they want to protect, which debts are problems, and information regarding their
income and expenses. A detailed explanation of the various bankruptcy options and how each would help the situation
is provided. Then, depending on the situation and the person’s goals, a Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy
is filed. Utilizing the federal bankruptcy case number, we then protect the client from creditors and help them through
the process, including any court appearances. Upon completion of the case, the Debtor receives a discharge from the
Court and the client can proceed with their fresh start. Specific details regarding your personal situation can be obtained
by
calling Pollak & Hicks, P.C. at (402) 345-1717 or e-mailing DHicksLaw@aol.com.
Business Bankruptcy.
This practice involves the protection of business entities experiencing cash flow problems, business downturns,
or other financial setbacks. The expert advice and representation involves planning to help save the company and its employees’
jobs, or to assist with an orderly liquidation that allows it to go out of business without dragging down the owners.
Corporations, LLCs and similarly structured businesses typically file Chapter 11 if its goal is to reorganize
the business; or, Chapter 7 if the goal is to go out of business. Sole proprietorships and partnerships can sometimes
utilize Chapter 13 in addition to Chapters 11 and 7. All facets of the business are examined, goals are determined,
and then the provisions of the Bankruptcy Code are aggressively utilized to achieve those goals, be they reorganization or
liquidation. Specific details regarding your business situation can be obtained by
calling
Pollak & Hicks, P.C. at (402) 345-1717 or e-mailing DHicksLaw@aol.com
Debt Defense and Out of Court Workout.
Often a person or business with financial problems can resolve the issues without having to file bankruptcy. This
practice entails assisting the client in dealing with creditors outside of the bankruptcy process. This can be
successful in some circumstances and Pollak & Hicks would negotiate with the relevant creditors and help obtain an enforceable
and feasible Stipulation. Typically a back up plan is also put in place in case a bankruptcy does become necessary in
the future. Specific details regarding your specific situation can be obtained by
calling
Pollak & Hicks at (402) 345-1717 or e-mailing DHicksLaw@aol.com.
Foreclosure Defense.
This type of legal help is focused on helping people save their homes and businesses from mortgage or lien foreclosure.
Some types of mortgages and liens can be dealt with outside of bankruptcy by aggressively defending against the foreclosure.
At the very least, it can buy some extra time while a determination is made as to whether the creditor is correct about how
much is owed and to develop a method to make payments on the appropriate amount. There are many types of mortgages, liens
and foreclosures. Your specific situation can be addressed by calling
Pollak & Hicks
at (402) 345-1717 or e-mailing DHicksLaw@aol.com.
Divorce and Family Law.
People going through a divorce, whether simple and uncontested, or a complex “battleground” usually need
legal help and guidance. This is a difficult time to make life decisions on your own. All aspects of family law, whether
it involves adoption, name changes, pre-nuptial agreements, divorce, annulment, temporary or permanent modifications, paternity,
child custody and support, alimony, property settlement, debt sharing issues, or enforcement of decrees are areas where professional
help is available. To discuss your Nebraska or Iowa family law issue,
call Pollak &
Hicks at (402) 345-1717 or e-mail DHicksLaw@aol.com
