Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Pennsylvania

Re: Retirement Assets

Prior to the Code being amended in 2005, IRAs were at risk. However, the Code now provides an exemption for most, if not all, retirement accounts.

Regarding contribution, you are only permitted to show as expenses those expenses necessary for your maintenance and support. The Third Circuit, which is the Court of Appeals just below the Supreme Court, has determined that such contributions are not necessary for your maintenance and support. So if you can contribute, and your other expenses leave you with little or no disposable income, you may qualify for Chapter 7.

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