Exemptions

Are Withdrawals from Retirement Accounts Protected from Creditors?

Are Withdrawals from Retirement Accounts Protected from Creditors?

Most withdrawals or distributions from retirement accounts can be protected even after being deposited into a bank account. The protection is dependent on state law and proper asset protection design. IRA, Pension and 401k Retirement Plans Retirement accounts are generally protected from creditors under Florida law. Florida statute 222.21 protects IRAs, 401k plans,…

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Can an Independent Contractor With 1099 Claim Head of Household Wage Garnishment Exemption?

A client wanted to know whether his commissions would be exempt from garnishment as head of household income even though the commissions were paid on a 1099 and the client was considered an independent contractor. What is the Head of Household Exemption? Florida Statute 222.11 exempts from garnishment any earnings…

When Does New Florida Resident Qualify For Florida Asset Exemptions?

Florida law exempts many assets from execution by a judgment creditor including intangible personal property including life insurance and annuities. Section 222.14 of the Florida statutes exempts cash value life insurance, annuities and annuity proceeds that were issued to citizens or residents of Florida. Most other states do not exempt…

Creditor May Enforce Debtor’s Written Waiver Of Exemptions

An attorney called me for help collecting several judgments against the same individual debtor. The debtor’s principal asset was his retirement account. Retirement accounts are exempt in Florida pursuant to Florida statutes. The attorney wanted to know if a the debtor’s signature to loan documents which included a general waiver…