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Surfside Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

The Maggio Law Firm

4.8
114 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer4 awards

  • Aggressive, experienced Family Law and Divorce attorney ready to represent you.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersDivorce, Family Law, and 57 more

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Gerald A. Maggio
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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SMITH LC

4.6
32 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers2 awards

  • Advocates for Your Legal NeedsSMITH LC is a full-service civil litigation and transactional law firm focusing on complex litigation, corporate governance and transactional... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAppeals, Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights, and 8 more

  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Orange County Bankruptcy, Real Estate and Business Attorneys; dedicated to providing clients with the highest level of professional service and upholding the dignity of the legal... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersEstate Planning, Wills, and 23 more

David Gibbs
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers2 awards

  • Thompson & Colegate LLP traces its history to 1915 when the firm was known as Craig, Sarau & Thompson. These partners took office space in downtown Riverside, California. In 1916,... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCivil Litigation, Trial Practice, and 29 more

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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Will and Trust Contests, Financial Elder Abuse, Fiduciary Litigation. Contingency or Retainer Fee Basis. Call Today.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersTrust, Estate and Conservatorship Litigation and Administration, Estate Planning, and 66 more

  • Free Consultation

Charles Kirkwood Mills
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 58 lawyers4 awards

  • We are an entrepreneurial law firm that tackles tough questions head-on. We are built by business owners, for business owners. Bold, practical solutions from 80+ attorneys across... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAdministrative Law, Artificial Intelligence, and 20 more

Cumming & Associates

5.0
73 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • Representing clients locally, statewide and nationally since 2008.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCorporate Transactional, Advise and Create all Types of Business Entities, and 35 more

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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers2 awards

  • Over 50 Million Recovered--Our firm is experienced in injury matters & understands the difficult time you're going through. We'll guide you through the process and... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAirbnb Accident, Amazon Delivery Truck Accident, and 51 more

  • Free Consultation

Scott Hanssler
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • "Big Firm" Representation at "Small Firm" Rates. Although We Have Over 60 Years Of Trial Experience, We Strive to Find Creative Business Resolutions To Disputes... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBusiness Litigation, Complex Business Litigation, and 82 more

  • Free Consultation

Dennis V. Menke
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Specializing in Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury law for over 25 years. Call for a free consultation with an attorney.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersPersonal Injury, Auto Accidents, and 3 more

  • Free Consultation

Geoff Morris Esq.
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 30 lawyers4 awards

  • SBEMP LLP is a full service law firm with offices in Palm Springs, Orange County, San Diego, New Jersey, and New York.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCivil Litigation, Employment Litigation, and 19 more

Bruce Bauer
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Messina & Hankin LLP

5.0
22 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Messina & Hankin LLP provides effective legal counsel throughout California. Located in Murrieta, our firm skillfully handles Business Law, Business Formation and Business... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersGeneral Business Litigation, Representation of Clients before Federal, State and Local Government Agencies, and 85 more

Evan Llewellyn Smith
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Bankruptcy & Business Litigation matters, including bankruptcy appeals

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBusiness Bankruptcy, Creditors Rights, and 1 more

K. Todd Curry
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Malcolm & Cisneros

5.0
9 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing bankruptcy law.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCommercial Law, Business Litigation In The Bankruptcy, and 5 more

L. Dominic Chacon

5.0
2 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • We are a firm that focuses on Family and Criminal defense. You will work with Mr. Chacon personally. Located in West Covina and handle cases at all courts in L.A., Orange,... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 60 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

L. Dominic Chacon
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers

  • We focus our practice exclusively on trust and probate litigation, seeking to defend your loved one’s legacy while protecting your interests. If your loved one’s legacy is at... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersTrust Litigation, Probate With a Will, and 12 more

Paul J. Kurtzhall Esq.
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Representing debtors and creditors in all bankruptcy chapters. Firm also engages in business and bankruptcy litigation.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBankruptcy Chapter 7, Bankruptcy Chapter 11, and 9 more

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Michael G. Spector
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Varner & Brandt LLP

4.6
66 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 29 lawyers2 awards

  • With legal roots in Southern California since 1873, Varner & Brandt utilizes the deep relationships developed in the communities we serve to anticipate the needs and opportunities... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCorporate and Business, Mergers and Acquisitions, and 5 more

Eric Anderson
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Johnson Oakleaf, APC

4.9
30 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Johnson Oakleaf, APC, located in Long Beach, provides skillful legal representation to persons throughout Los Angeles, Long Beach and Orange County. With more than 60 years of... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersConstruction and Development, Non performance and Non Payment, and 32 more

Wade Johnson
Partner
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  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Helping You Protect What Matters Most. Regardless of the size, scope, or complexity of your Family Law case, we're here to assist you in your time of need. Call Now.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersFamily Law, Annulment, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

Daniel Hunter
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Olson Law Firm

4.7
26 Reviews
  • Serving Surfside, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Experienced Real Estate, Business Litigation, and Collections Law Firm; Reasonable Rates. Our Attorney is also a Licensed Real Estate Broker. Call 866-755-1959 for a Free and... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersReal Estate, General Litigation, and 287 more

  • Free Consultation

Shawn M. Olson
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Looking for Bankruptcy Lawyers in Surfside?

Bankruptcy lawyers help individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt. They analyze your financial situation and guide you through processes like Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 13 reorganization. Their goal is to stop creditor harassment, protect your assets, and provide a legal path to a fresh financial start.

Where’s the nearest Bankruptcy court?

Ronald Reagan Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse 411 West Fourth Street Santa Ana, CA 92701

About our Bankruptcy Lawyers Ratings

The average lawyer rating is created by peers based on legal expertise, ethical standards, quality of service, and relationship skills. Recommendations are made by real clients.

CLIENT RECOMMENDED
74 %

54 Client Reviews

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4.8

355 Peer Reviews

Commonly Asked Bankruptcy Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I file for bankruptcy without my wife?

Paul D Stuber
Answered by attorney Paul D Stuber (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at Law Office of Paul Stuber
Yes it is possible. We do have to list the household income on the petition in order to qualify for the Means test. One spouse filing happens all the time.
Yes it is possible. We do have to list the household income on the petition in order to qualify for the Means test. One spouse filing happens all the time.
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Will we lose our car in a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

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Answered by attorney Tony E. Carballo (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at Carballo Law Offices
I doubt very much you will lose the car so long as you keep the payments current. I would not worry too much about that unless it is a very expensive car in which your husband has a lot of equity. You should be able to ask your inlaws' attorney to explain it to you so you will not be worried. The car needs to be disclosed by your inlaws in their schedule B and the loan on schedule D. However, it must be disclosed that the true owner is your husband (equitable owner) and that he is a co-owner. Your husband must be disclosed also as a co-debtor on the car loan. Your husband's credit report will show that the car loan is involved in a bankruptcy case since that is true. However, that should have no effect on his credit rating. Unfortunately, the word bankruptcy being mentioned in his credit report may be misunderstood and he may be denied credit by the less sophisticated lenders and others using credit reports without fully understanding them, such as landlords. I am sure someone will think that your husband filed for bankruptcy since the report will mention that the loan is involved in a bankruptcy case. Any chance of your husband getting a new used car loan and paying off the existing loan before the bankruptcy?
I doubt very much you will lose the car so long as you keep the payments current. I would not worry too much about that unless it is a very expensive car in which your husband has a lot of equity. You should be able to ask your inlaws' attorney to explain it to you so you will not be worried. The car needs to be disclosed by your inlaws in their schedule B and the loan on schedule D. However, it must be disclosed that the true owner is your husband (equitable owner) and that he is a co-owner. Your husband must be disclosed also as a co-debtor on the car loan. Your husband's credit report will show that the car loan is involved in a bankruptcy case since that is true. However, that should have no effect on his credit rating. Unfortunately, the word bankruptcy being mentioned in his credit report may be misunderstood and he may be denied credit by the less sophisticated lenders and others using credit reports without fully understanding them, such as landlords. I am sure someone will think that your husband filed for bankruptcy since the report will mention that the loan is involved in a bankruptcy case. Any chance of your husband getting a new used car loan and paying off the existing loan before the bankruptcy?
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What bills can be included in chapter 13? Can water, lights and gas and pay day loans be included?

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Answered by attorney John Lebaron Groshon (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at J. Baron Groshon
You can include all outstanding debts in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, including payday loans and unpaid utilities. However, utility companies have certain rights to cut off future service if they are not provided an adequate security deposit. Also, utility bills that come due after the filing of the Chapter 13 petition cannot be included in the Chapter 13 case.
You can include all outstanding debts in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, including payday loans and unpaid utilities. However, utility companies have certain rights to cut off future service if they are not provided an adequate security deposit. Also, utility bills that come due after the filing of the Chapter 13 petition cannot be included in the Chapter 13 case.
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