Since graduating from Nova Southeastern School of Law in 1999, Alexander Hernandez has focused a majority of his law practice on bankruptcy law. He was a founding partner of the South Florida Bankruptcy Center which focused exclusively on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. Alexander is also admitted to the Southern and Middle District of Florida where he has handled thousands of consumer bankruptcies, mortgage modifications, debt negotiations, and foreclosure defense cases. He is a legal contributor for Upsolve since October 2019 and an adjunct professor of law for Concord Law School. You can find more information at attorneyalexhernandez.com.
Articles written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez
Receiving Credit and Other Offers After Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 30, 2025
Court cases and documents filed in court are part of the public record. The same holds true for bankruptcy cases. As a result, companies searching the court records will know that you filed for bankruptcy and will start sending you advertisements in the mail offering you their services, including offers to apply for credit. However, before you accept that offer for a new credit card or car loan, continue reading to learn what you need to consider and what your best options are.
Read More →How Does Filing Bankruptcy Affect My Suspended Driver’s License?
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 30, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy can be helpful when you can’t afford to pay back your debts and you need a fresh start. However, bankruptcy can also be a useful tool to help you get your driver’s license reinstated. In this article, you will learn about the different situations which may result in having your driver’s license suspended and how bankruptcy can help get your driver’s license back.
Read More →What Are The Penalties For Bankruptcy Fraud?
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 30, 2025
When filing for bankruptcy, you must list all your assets and liabilities. Failure to do so could result in violations of bankruptcy laws and serious consequences, whether it’s civil or criminal fraud.
Read More →Can I sell my car during bankruptcy?
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 30, 2025
Probably the most often asked question when it comes to filing for bankruptcy is if you can keep your car. While the answer to that question depends on several factors, sometimes the issue is the complete opposite and the question is whether you can sell your car during bankruptcy. Continue reading to learn what to expect if you’re considering selling your car during a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Read More →How the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Protects You
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 28, 2025
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that protects consumers from third-party debt collectors and collection agencies. The FDCPA's main purpose is to protect consumers from abusive and deceptive practices used by debt collectors. The federal law sets limits when and how collectors can contact you, prohibits harassment and false representations, and gives consumers the right to dispute debts. If debt collectors violate of the FDCPA, you can take legal action or report them to various federal agencies.
Read More →What’s the Downside of Filing for Bankruptcy?
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated August 27, 2024
If you’ve already tried everything to get out of debt and you’re still drowning, it’s normal to think that bankruptcy sounds almost too good to be true. After all, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy can eliminate your debts in as little as 4 months. Not to mention that the vast majority of personal bankruptcy filings actually allow the filer to keep all of their belongings. As with everything in life, there are some downsides to filing bankruptcy. Let’s take a look at what they are so you can decide whether filing bankruptcy is the right debt relief solution for you.
Read More →How To Consolidate Your Debts in Oregon
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated January 14, 2025
A debt consolidation is different from a debt settlement since you are getting a new loan to pay back 100 percent of your debt. Continue reading to learn about how to consolidate your debts in Oregon.
How To Consolidate Your Debts in Ohio
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez, the Upsolve Team. Legally reviewed by Jonathan Petts
Updated January 14, 2025
Continue reading to learn more about how debt consolidation works and the different options available to you.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in South Carolina
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated July 10, 2023
Continue reading to learn more about debt consolidation and how Upsolve can help you.
How to Become Debt Free With a Debt Management Plan in Maine
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated July 10, 2023
Continue reading to learn more about a Maine debt management plan as you take steps towards being debt-free.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in South Dakota
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated July 10, 2023
Continue reading to get a step by step overview of how to consolidate your debts and what to look out for.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in Utah
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated July 10, 2023
Continue reading to learn more about how debt consolidation works, preparing for a debt consolidation plan, and other options available to you to lower your monthly bills.
How To Consolidate Your Debts in Wyoming
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated January 5, 2022
Continue reading to learn more about debt consolidation plans and debt relief.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in Rhode Island
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated March 26, 2021
Continue reading to learn more about debt consolidation and the best option available to you.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in Wisconsin
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated March 26, 2021
Continue reading to learn more about debt consolidation options in Wisconsin and the best option available to you.
How to Consolidate Your Debts in West Virginia
Written by Attorney Alexander Hernandez.
Updated January 2, 2020
Continue reading to learn more about debt consolidation loans and debt management plans in West Virginia.
