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Bankruptcy Attorneys in California

Chapter 7/11/13, debt relief, creditor rights 5,158 pre-screened attorneys across 46 counties.

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Bankruptcy in California: A Complete Guide →

How bankruptcy works in California — the four federal districts, Chapter 7 vs. 13 vs. 11, the automatic stay, the means test, California's t

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 in California →

A side-by-side comparison of Chapter 7 liquidation and Chapter 13 repayment for California filers, including the means test, exemptions, and

What Is Bankruptcy in California?

Bankruptcy attorneys handle Chapter 7, 11, and 13 filings under federal law, applying California's exemption system.

When Do You Need a Bankruptcy Attorney in California?

You may need a bankruptcy attorney in California when your situation involves chapter 7/11/13, debt relief, creditor rights.

California Bankruptcy Sub-Specialties

Bankruptcy covers several distinct case types in California, each with its own legal framework. Below are the most common sub-specialties.

Chapter 7/11/13

Chapter 7/11/13 matters in California fall within the broader Bankruptcy practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in chapter 7/11/13 cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Debt Relief

Debt Relief matters in California fall within the broader Bankruptcy practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in debt relief cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Creditor Rights

Creditor Rights matters in California fall within the broader Bankruptcy practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in creditor rights cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Costs and Timeline

California bankruptcy attorneys typically charge hourly ($200-$400) or flat fees depending on case type. Many offer free initial consultations. All fee structures must be communicated to the client in writing per Rule 1.5 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct.

California Laws and Statutes

California bankruptcy is governed by various provisions of the California Codes. Consult a California-licensed attorney for the specific statute citations applicable to your matter.

Bankruptcy Attorneys by County

Pre-screened bankruptcy attorneys serving each California county. Counts reflect active State Bar of California members with offices in-county. Each county links to a full directory page for the matching practice area.

📍 Los Angeles County 1,281 attorneys
John Bruce Power — Los AngelesRichard Dennis Aldrich — Los AngelesGilbert Armando Moret — Los Angeles
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📍 Orange County 649 attorneys
Donald Henry Segretti — IrvineMartin Bein Greenbaum — Greenbaum Law Group LLP, Newport BeachPhillip Kingsley Fife — Law Offices of Phillip K Fife, Los Alamitos
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📍 San Diego County 464 attorneys
Robert Leavitt Rentto — Rentto & Rentto, PLC, San DiegoLeRoy George Siddell — San DiegoRalph Lynn Williams — Vista
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📍 San Francisco County 272 attorneys
Jeffrey Paul Newman — Farella, Braun & Martel LLP, San FranciscoRobert Carl Herr — Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, San FranciscoMartin David Goodman — Law Ofc Martin D Goodman, San Francisco
View all 272 San Francisco bankruptcy attorneys →
📍 Sacramento County 180 attorneys
Cecily Bond — SacramentoWarren Alan Jones — Community Legal Services, SacramentoDuane Steven Oliveira — Oliveira Law Firm, Sacramento
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📍 Santa Clara County 155 attorneys
Dennis Howard Kollenborn — CampbellGary George Neustadter — San JoseStephen N. Hollman — Business & Technology Law Group, San Jose
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📍 Riverside County 146 attorneys
Mark Cherney Schnitzer — Reid & Hellyer, RiversideMichael Isaac Hurwitz — The Consultants A Firm, Rancho MirageRobert Whitaker Stewart Jr — Palm Desert
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📍 Alameda County 131 attorneys
David Leonard Olson — Law Offices of David L. Olson, OaklandMax Cline — The Cline Law Group, OaklandDean William McPhee — Law Office of Dean W. McPhee, Oakland
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📍 Fresno County 72 attorneys
Perry Daniel Popovich — ClovisPhilip Wade Kell — Law Offices of Philip W. Kell, FresnoJohn Douglas Suhr — Fresno
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📍 Contra Costa County 65 attorneys
Irwin Jay Eskanos — Law Offices of Irwin J. Eskanos, OrindaCalvin Burchard Grigsby — Grigsby & Associates, Inc., DanvilleDavid Ashley Smyth — Pleasant Hill
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📍 Ventura County 60 attorneys
Alfred Richard Keep — Simi ValleyRobert G Miner — VenturaDavid Joel Follin — Law Offices of David J Follin, Ventura
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📍 San Bernardino County 58 attorneys
David Joseph Philipson — Law Office of David Philipson, Big Bear LakeRonald Benjamin Talkov — Law Ofc Ronald B Talkov, Chino HillsRobert John Spitz — Ontario
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California Bankruptcy Guides & Resources

Free guides covering key topics in California bankruptcy. Plain-English, statute-cited.

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Bankruptcy in California: A Complete Guide
How bankruptcy works in California — the four federal districts, Chapter 7 vs. 13 vs. 11, the automatic stay, the means
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Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 in California
A side-by-side comparison of Chapter 7 liquidation and Chapter 13 repayment for California filers, including the means t
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California Bankruptcy Exemptions: The 703 and 704 Systems
How California's two exemption systems work, the CCP § 704.730 homestead, the § 703.140(b)(5) wildcard, and the current
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The California Chapter 7 Means Test
How the Chapter 7 means test works in California — the median-income comparison, the figures by household size, the disp
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Debt Relief Options in California
Alternatives to bankruptcy — negotiation, debt-management plans, and settlement — plus your rights under the Rosenthal A
View all Bankruptcy guides →

Common Questions About California Bankruptcy

Browse the 5,158 California bankruptcy attorneys above by county or use the practice-area cards. Each attorney is verified against the State Bar of California records.
California bankruptcy attorneys typically charge hourly ($200-$400) or flat fees depending on case type. Many offer free initial consultations. All fee structures must be communicated to the client in writing per Rule 1.5 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct.
Case duration depends on case type, court calendar, and complexity. Uncontested matters typically resolve in 3-6 months; contested matters with disputes can take 12-24+ months. Your attorney can give you a more specific estimate based on your facts.
Yes. Every California attorney must be licensed by the State Bar of California. We verify bar status on every attorney listing. Disciplinary actions are public record; we display them transparently on each profile.
Several California organizations provide free or low-cost legal aid, including LawHelpCA.org, Bay Area Legal Aid, and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. For criminal cases, indigent defendants are entitled to a Public Defender at no cost.

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