Orange, California Bankruptcy Lawyers

Michael Jay Berger
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333 City Boulevard West
 Orange, CA 92868
Free ConsultationOrange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 37 years experience
Bankruptcy, Appeals, Collections and Foreclosure Defense
University of California Hastings College of the Law
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Serving Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, San Fernando Valley, Santa Ana, Santa Barbara and Riverside. I am a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law. I am an "AV"* rated attorney with 37 years of experience in solving bankruptcy problems. I am a Mensa certified genius with a strong ability to analyze and solve problems. If you are being hounded by creditors, I can legally erase your debts and get you a fresh start. If your business needs reorganization, I can give you protection from your creditors while you reorganize. If you have a claim against an individual or company that has filed...
John H. Bauer
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 15 years experience
(714) 319-3446 1047 N. Antonio Circle
 Orange, CA 92869
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
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My website address is: www.financialrelieflegaladvocates.com *After graduating from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California, I became an active real estate investor. In the real estate depression, I learned about the difficulties people can experience with their real estate and businesses and decided to specialize in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. That is my specialty at this time--it enables me to help people to reorganize and keep their businesses and reduce their real estate loans on their business and rental properties to today's fair market value. I am also able to strip 2nd loans from clients'...
Mike Singh Sethi
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 12 years experience
(714) 921-5226 625 N Main Street
 Orange, CA 92868
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal, Immigration and Personal Injury
American COL
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The U.S. Law Center is a nationwide, full-service immigration law firm that provides large corporations, small businesses and individuals with a full range of immigration processing and placement services. Attorney Mike Sethi earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from California State University Dominguez Hills in 1995. He received his law degree from the American College of Law, where he graduated in the top three percent of his class and was awarded seven AM-JUR Bancroft-Whitney Awards. These awards are presented to those students attaining the highest grades in particular subjects. He is a member of the Bar for the state of...
Sasan Vahdat
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 13 years experience
(949) 496-2011 1224 East Katella Ave. Suite 211
 Orange, CA 92867
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal, Employment and Personal Injury
Pacific West COL
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LAW OFFICES OF SEAN S. VAHDAT & ASSOCIATES, APLC is a well-rounded law firm in Southern California that provides a full range of legal services to both individuals and businesses. With a main office in the city of Orange and satellite offices in Irvine, Los Angeles, Inland Empire, & San Diego, we take great pride as a full-service law firm committed to superior legal services. Our firm has over a decade of experience, and we have dedicated our practice to the areas of Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, Employment Law, and Criminal Defense. We take pride in defending the rights of...
Kerry Zeiler
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 15 years experience
(714) 953-6600 1855 W Katella Ave
 Orange, CA 92867
Bankruptcy, Appeals and Business
Western State Univ COL
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Bruce Allan Boice
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 12 years experience
(949) 690-8647 716 E Lincoln Ave
 Orange, CA 92865
Bankruptcy
Concord Law School
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Jonathan Cothran
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Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 10 years experience
(714) 974-5600 2230 W Chapman Ave, Suite 200
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy and Consumer
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After growing up in Carmel, Indiana, Jonathan Cothran attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN where he received a B.A. in Law & Society. Three years later, Mr. Cothran received his concurrent M.B.A. and J.D. from Argosy University and Western State University College of Law in Orange County, California. Mr. Cothran is licensed to practice in California State courts and the Central District of California Federal courts. During law school, Mr. Cothran worked with a local attorney assisting families with developmentally disabled children gain conservatorships. Mr. Cothran later worked with an employment litigation firm representing employees who have...
Arthur Joseph Travieso
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 27 years experience
333 City Boulevard West
17th Floor
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
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Allen McKinley Johncox
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 28 years experience
(866) 345-8460 2914 E Katella Ave
Ste 200
 Orange, CA 92867
Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
Western State Univ COL
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Greg Sletteland
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer
333 City Boulevard West
17th Floor
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy
Vanderbilt University Law School
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Debbie Grace Williams Esq
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer
(714) 704-8941 800 N Eckhoff St
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
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Frank D. Granato
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 38 years experience
(714) 547-3361 333 S Anita Dr Ste 815
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
Western State Univ
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Richard Alan Collender
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 41 years experience
(714) 634-4300 1835 W Orangewood Ave Ste 310
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
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Brendan Forest Hug
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 12 years experience
(866) 948-0003 3800 W Chapman Ave
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Univ of Iowa COL
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Robert Lindsey Duzey
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 24 years experience
(714) 746-4697 810 S Woodbury Dr
 Orange, CA 92866
Bankruptcy and Business
Western State Univ COL
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Joan Johnson Bennett
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 29 years experience
(714) 628-1200 1740 W Katella Ave Ste R
 Orange, CA 92867
Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Pepperdine Univ School of Law
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Gary A. De Perine
Orange, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 44 years experience
(714) 363-0220 1 City Plaza West
Suite 850
 Orange, CA 92868
Bankruptcy
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Filemon Kevin Samson
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Anaheim, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 17 years experience
(714) 529-1234 970 N. Tustin Avenue
2nd Floor
 Anaheim, CA 92807
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
USC Law School
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Filemon Kevin Samson is a graduate of the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law. Mr. Samson received his Bachelors degree from the University of California at Berkeley, double-majoring in Economics and Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis on Urban Development. Mr. Samson has a broad range of professional legal practice areas in his role as managing attorney of the Samson Law Office, including Bankruptcy, Trusts, Wills and Estate Planning, Civil Litigation and Business and Corporate law practice. Mr. Samson also enjoys teaching college courses as an Instructor of Law and Business. Mr...
Kevin Kunde
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer
(888) 363-7901 2090 North Tustin Avenue
Suite 240
 Santa Ana, CA 92705
Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
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There are many people who tend to think that filing for bankruptcy is merely a form of submission and an excuse for deep veins of financial heartache. This, however, is completely untrue. Rather, filing for bankruptcy is a proactive form of debt relief. If you have the ability to work your way out of a pit of debt and monetary distress, then you don’t want to wait any longer to begin. With the help of 1st California Law, Inc., you will be able to entrust your situation to the careful understanding of an Orange County bankruptcy attorney. With years of...
Norma Duenas
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 11 years experience
(866) 337-7220 2112 E. 4th St.
#103
 Santa Ana, CA 92705
Bankruptcy, Business, Foreclosure Defense and Immigration
University of San Diego School of Law
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Consumer bankruptcy attorney representing clients in Southern California.
Gregory Mark Fitzgerald
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 28 years experience
(855) 709-5788 400 N Tustin Ave Ste 375
 Santa Ana, CA 92705
Bankruptcy and Consumer
Southern California COL
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Gregory Fitzgerald was born and raised in Los Angeles County. He attended high school overseas and returned to the US in 1980 where he attended California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting (1984) and began his post-collegiate career as a tax auditor with the IRS. Dissatisfied with the inherent unfairness of the US Tax Code, he obtained a California contractor’s license, worked as a contractor by day and went to law school at night. He graduated first in his class at Southern California College of Law in 1990, passed the California bar...
Nicholas James Cochran
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 16 years experience
(714) 835-8100 2021 E 4th St
 Santa Ana, CA 92705
Bankruptcy, Criminal, Divorce and Employment
Western State Univ COL
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Joseph Wilson
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Newport Beach, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 17 years experience
(949) 397-2292 1401 Dove Street
Suite 630
 Newport Beach, CA 92660
Bankruptcy, Criminal, Tax and White Collar Crime
University of San Diego and James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona
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Mr. Wilson is a former Federal Prosecutor, IRS Attorney and FTB Attorney. Mr. Wilson is the managing partner at the Wilson Tax Law Group, which is a law firm serving the Newport Beach and Yorba Linda areas that specializes in civil audits and criminal tax matters, involving federal and state tax authorities. The firm represents taxpayers during civil audits, administrative appeals, all phases of collection, judicial proceedings in all trial and appellate courts. The firm handles a wide variety of matters including international compliance and offshore banking matters. The firm is headed by Mr. Wilson, whose impressive background includes...
Zachary James McCready
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 12 years experience
(714) 785-9978 2333 N Broadway
Suite 230
 Santa Ana, CA 92706
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal and DUI
Whittier Law School
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I was a police officer with the LAPD for 8 years. I did hundreds of DUI arrests, domestic violence arrests, drug possession arrests, fugitive warrant arrests, etc.
I also testified in numerous cases.

I have been practicing law since June of 2017. During that time, I have focused my career on criminal defense and DUI cases. I also do chapter 7 bankruptcy cases, immigration cases, debt settlements, and civil litigation.

I have testified in over a dozen trials as an expert witness on the Standardized Field Sobriety tests which are used in almost all DUI arrests.

I have taken many cases to trial and...
Stephen B Mashney
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Anaheim, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 26 years experience
(800) 555-6655 335 N Brookhurst Street
 Anaheim, CA 92801
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
San Francisco Law School
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Born on the 4th of July, Stephen Mashney has independence in his genes! Since childhood, he confronted bullies & fought his way from elementary school till today. Stephen will not look the other way when he sees injustice. He will fight for the underdog & win. Stephen has compassion for & respect to others including animals. As a child, Stephen adopted countless stray cats & dogs & he would not hurt a fly today.
In 1978, Mr. Mashney received his Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Cairo University, Egypt & worked as a pharmacist in Ramallah. In 1979, he immigrated...
David Van Luu
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 13 years experience
(714) 697-8600 930 W. 17th Street
Suite B
 Santa Ana, CA 92706
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Univ of LaVerne COL
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Founded under the direction of Attorney David V. Luu, our offices are centrally located in the cities of Santa Ana and Irvine to better serve the residents of Southern California, which includes Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and Los Angeles County. We are best known for helping people from all walks of life throughout Southern California to prevent, resolve, and litigate issues relating to their debts, personal injuries, and business or real estate transactions It is our mission to give you clear and understandable advice concerning legal matters. We listen to what you have to say...
Timothy George McFarlin
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Irvine, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 17 years experience
(949) 544-2640 4 Park Plaza
Ste 1025
 Irvine, CA 92614
Bankruptcy, Business, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
University of California, Davis, School of Law
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At McFarlin LLP Our unique practice can offer you:
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Mr Rex Tran
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 10 years experience
(888) 938-5393 1633 E 4th St #214
 Santa Ana, CA 92701
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
California Western School of Law
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Since becoming a member of the California Bar, Rex Tran has focused his practice on representing consumer debtors in bankruptcy. Before starting this law firm, Mr. Tran was a Managing Attorney for Jacoby and Meyers Bankruptcy Law, LLP (formerly Macey Bankruptcy Law, PC) from 2010 through 2012. To date, Mr. Tran has handled over 650 bankruptcy cases. As a Managing Attorney, Mr. Tran not only handled matters personally, but also trained staff and attorneys in all aspects of bankruptcy. Additionally, Mr. Tran also has experience in business civil litigation and personal injury claims...
Shahnaz Hussain
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 21 years experience
(888) 282-8822 2670 N. Main Street, Suite 270
 Santa Ana, CA 92705
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Criminal and Divorce
The American College of Law
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Attorney Shahnaz Hussain has been in practice for over 19 years, and she has handled over 5,000 cases. Shahnaz Hussain is a member of the California Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court: Central District of California and Southern District of California.

Ms. Hussain has a general law practice in Santa Ana, California. She is experienced in:

Personal Injury Law
Car Accident Representation
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
DWI matters
Family Law
Divorce law
Business Law
Bankruptcy
Landlord-Tenant Law
Products Liability Law

She is an experienced and tenacious litigator who has appeared in courts in counties throughout Southern California.
Most importantly she is a trial attorney. She goes to trial and wins...
Alvah Lavar Taylor
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 34 years experience
(714) 546-0445 3 Hutton Centre Drive
Suite 500
 Santa Ana, CA 92707
Bankruptcy, Criminal and Tax
Georgetown Univ Law Ctr
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Mr. Taylor, the founder of the Firm, has over 33 years of experience in handling civil and criminal tax controversies. He handles litigation in U.S. District Court, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. Court of Claims, U.S. Courts of Appeal, and the U.S. Supreme Court. He also handles administrative disputes with the IRS, including audits, collection matters, criminal investigations, administrative hearings with the Office of Appeals and Collection Due Process appeals. Mr. Taylor, prior to entering private practice in 1989, served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Tax Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Central District...
Donald Walter Sieveke
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 41 years experience
(714) 543-8419 1113 N Spurgeon St
 Santa Ana, CA 92701
Bankruptcy and Real Estate
Univ of San Diego School of Law
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Brian T. Pedigo
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Irvine, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 11 years experience
(877) 274-2612 7545 Irvine Center Drive
Suite 200
 Irvine, CA 92618
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Animal, Business and Employment
Whittier Law School
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The Law Offices of Brian Pedigo is passionate about helping people who are victims of others' wrongdoing. Whether the wrongdoer is an individual or a large corporate entity, The Law Offices of Brian Pedigo is willing to fight on behalf of the average Joe. We accept a wide range of civil cases. Call us at (877) BRIAN-1-2 for a free case consultation.
Brian C. Fenn
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San Juan Capistrano, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 12 years experience
(800) 994-9079 27134 A Paseo Espada, Suite 321
 San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Immigration
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
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Bahram Madaen
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Anaheim, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 15 years experience
(888) 266-1138 2400 E Katella Ave
 Anaheim, CA 92806
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Family and Real Estate
Southwestern University School of Law
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Attorney Madaen has been active in litigation whether in Bankruptcy, real estate, or contract litigation since becoming attorney in February of 2004. He attended California State University Los Angeles for his undergrad school in international business and economy. He have been constantly in trade and business and he was the owner of several businesses. He speaks Spanish and Farsi. He strive to give the best services to clients.
Mehrshad Mirkhan
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Irvine, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 20 years experience
(888) 761-2992 18101 Von Karman
3rd Floor
 Irvine, CA 92612
Bankruptcy
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Mehrshad Mirkhan has nearly two decades of experience handling business law and civil litigation matters, including matters relating to business litigation, bankruptcy, contracts, banking, and more. He earned his law degree from the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 1998. Known for his strategic, comprehensive, and personalized approach, Mr. Mirkhan is a talented legal professional with a tendency to look outside of the box for sophisticated solutions. Mr. Mirkhan has received several awards for his legal service, including “Commitment to Clients Award” and “Most Patient Advocate Award” from The McGeorge School of Law.
James Hong
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Fullerton, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer
(714) 738-5098 1370 N. Brea Blvd
Suite 217
 Fullerton, CA 92835
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Estate Planning
Trinity Law School and Chapman University Fowler School of Law
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Lorrie Anne Walton
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Anaheim, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 27 years experience
(714) 978-9988 2300 E Katella Ave
 Anaheim, CA 92806
Bankruptcy and Criminal
Western State Univ COL
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Bruce Carlton Bridgman
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Irvine, CA Bankruptcy Attorney with 45 years experience
(714) 963-5486 17500 Red Hill Avenue
Suite 230
 Irvine, CA 92614
Bankruptcy, Criminal, Divorce and Family
UCLA Law School
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As the founder of The Law Office of Bruce C. Bridgman, Orange County attorney Bruce C. Bridgman offers legal counsel in criminal defense and civil issues. Since 1974, he has been in the legal field, and he has operated his own practice for over two decades. Before his current firm’s establishment, Attorney Bridgman was a partner at another firm and a deputy district attorney in Orange County. He is a graduate of the UCLA Law School, where he was a Wilson Scholar. Receive a zero-charge case evaluation by contacting his firm.
Khushwant Sean Singh
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Santa Ana, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer with 37 years experience
(714) 285-9960 801 North Bush Street
 Santa Ana, CA 92701
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western State College of Law at Argosy University
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Keith Nguyen
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Garden Grove, CA Bankruptcy Lawyer
(888) 836-2396 12966 South Euclid Street
Suite 310
 Garden Grove, CA 92840
Bankruptcy
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With offices in both Rancho Cucamonga and Riverside, Atlantis Law Firm proudly offers services to individuals and families who are facing financial struggles. The attorneys specialize in providing services in various bankruptcy-related matters including debt settlement, foreclosure defense, loan modifications, wage garnishment/ bank levy, and credit restoration. The firm is led by Attorney Keith Q. Nguyen, Esq. and Attorney Andy Nguyen, Esq. Attorney Keith Q. Nguyen earned his Bachelor’s degree in Economics and History from UCLA, and his Master’s degree in Education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He then received his Juris Doctorate from the American University, Washington...
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If you are struggling with high debt, receiving calls from creditors or collection agencies, or facing foreclosure, garnishment of wages, or repossession of property, filing for bankruptcy may provide you with solutions.

Bankruptcy lawyers offer legal advice and services during a financial crisis. In total, there are six different types of bankruptcy. For persons seeking debt relief, one option is Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which provides for liquidation of the debtor's non-exempt assets. Another popular option for individuals is Chapter 13, which allows for management and reduction of debt through payment plans. Corporations and partnerships filing for bankruptcy often choose to file under Chapter 11, which provides for supervised reorganization of the business.

Experienced bankruptcy counsel can help you evaluate whether you should pursue a bankruptcy as well as the Chapter under which to file. Bankruptcy lawyers can also help end harassing phone calls from debt collectors and evaluate available legal options when facing a home foreclosure.

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