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Welcome to Chekian Law Office, a Full Service Bankruptcy Law Firm handling all aspects of bankruptcy law, debt and debt settlement issues, including the difficult & challenging cases that other law firms run from. The law firm operates exclusively throughout California, focusing on Southern California cases with office strategically located in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Reach out to us today and expect a quick drop in your blood pressure as we explain how to solve your debt problems, in plain English.. This law firm was founded in 1993 by attorney Michael Chekian. Mike is a knowledgeable and experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Los Angeles. In addition to being a warm and polite guy who helps you to feel at ease, attorney Michael Chekian is a Certified Bankruptcy Specialist by the State Bar of California. Mike truly cares about his clients and he offers free legal consultations, being very transparent about the affordable fees and costs, and helping his clients understand the pros and cons of their bankruptcy options.. The scope of our bankruptcy practice is on Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Foreclosures, Adversary Procedures, all motion work and lien avoidance actions, including reopening cases to avoid junior liens (where available by law), and all "problem cases".. Chekian Law Office headquarters is conveniently located in West Los Angeles with easy access to the 405 freeway.  The law firm includes other office meeting locations across Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside county and beyond. Potential new clients: as a new client or someone considering working with the law firm, you can expect a detailed free phone consultation where we give you the "big picture" quickly, quote prices, and send you a written proposal if desired. The next step is a personal meeting with attorney Michael Chekian. No pressure, no hard sell, just a frank assessment of the pros, cons, consequences and potential solutions to your debt issues.. Call Chekian Law Office for a free bankruptcy consultation.  Emphasis of practice is bankruptcy, debt settlement and litigation.  Expect a confidential, no pressure phone consultation with a frank discussion of pros and cons and fees.  We provide no obligation written proposals.  Main office is in West L.A., and meeting locations are available from the San Fernando Valley area, throughout L.A. and Orange County.. Michael Chekian, Esq.. Telephone. Toll Free. E-mail. Toll free bankruptcy warning 24 hours

Todd Turoci, a practicing attorney for over 28 years says his practice can be summed up in three simple words: Experience, Integrity, and Professionalism.. He has dedicated his career to helping residents and businesses in Riverside and the High Desert obtain meaningful debt relief solutions. He provides each client with an in-depth examination of their financial situation and helps them make informed decisions regarding their short-term and long-term financial goals.. Working one-on-one with clients he personally handles all bankruptcy-related legal matters on their behalf. He will help you determine whether filing for bankruptcy is in your best interest and can assist you in pursuing other debt relief alternatives.. His focus has always been on the needs of his clients, and how he can best use his ability and background to provide them with the best possible legal services and advice. He is an established and vital member of the local business community. His common sense approach to complex problems often resolves difficult issues quickly and effectively. Using a “hands on” approach in many instances has enabled him to better understand the needs and concerns of his clients and provide effective solutions to their problems.. Though Mr. Turoci has done and accomplished much in his career, his beliefs and goals have never changed, from his first day in practice to the present. He credits much of his discipline and tenacity to the United States Marine Corps where he served as a Captain.. He also takes great pride in having served as Judge Pro Tem. No other bankruptcy attorney in Riverside or the High Desert area can offer you that same level of judicial experience and success. Experience that will help you save time, money, and stress.

Picture below with clients in court: Court Victory for my Tenants' clients, picture taken on 11/13/23 on the "hallways of justice" at Stanley Mosk Courthouse. Happy clients, happy and fullfiled lawyer.. I represent debtors in Chapter 7 Bankruptcies. From the initial consultation to the Ch. 7 discharge. I'll answer all your questions from the beginning until when you obtain the discharge of your old unsecured debts. It's your federally protected right to have a new fresh start financially, when your finances got out of control for you.. I represent mostly Tenants in Eviction cases, unlawful detainers. I am a Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (LARSO) specialist. I represent Landlords as well. So, if you are a Tenant or a Landlord and the real property is located in the City of Los Angeles, I am interested in talking about your case. I'll consider taking your case if the real property is located outside the City of Los Angeles as long as is located in the County of Los Angeles.. I'm a real estate trial attorney. I'm interested in helping tenants bringing affirmative lawsuits against landlords for substandard conditions, untenantable premises, etc.

Michelle S. Rofeh started her legal career serving as a bankruptcy extern for the Honorable Erithe A. Smith, U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California and the Ninth Circuit BAP.. After graduating from Southwestern Law School, in Los Angeles, Michelle worked as in-house counsel, handling various Employment, Transactional, and Civil Litigation matters before she went on to practice Bankruptcy at a large bankruptcy firm in Southern California. She has helped thousands of clients file Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy and/or negotiate their debts.. Michelle later went on to establish the Lensky Law Firm in 2011, a boutique law firm in Los Angeles where she focuses her practice on Chapter 7 Bankuptcy and Personal Injury Law in 2011.. The Lensky Law Firm provides free consultations so call today and make an appointment.

Khansari Law Corp., APC has offices centrally located in West Los Angeles, and provides legal services to clients in all of Southern California. Khansari Law Corp., APC (“KLC”) is a full service law firm focused on Bankruptcy Law, Real Estate Law, Business/Commercial Law and Personal Injury Law. Attorney Andre A. Khansari represents business and individual debtors, debtors in possession, creditors, trustees, receivers, specializing in all areas of insolvency, bankruptcy (including Ch. 7, 11 and 13), creditors’ rights, out of court workouts and collection actions. Mr. Khansari clerked for the chief bankruptcy judge in the Central District of California and has practiced bankruptcy with two preeminent international bankruptcy firms, representing, among others, Ch. 7 panel trustees in the Central District of California. KLC also represents entities and individuals in all facets of commercial and residential real estate transactions and litigation. Mr. Khansari represents landlords/tenants, purchasers and sellers, commercial and residential real estate developers, joint venture partners, limited partners, and has substantial experience in representing commercial/residential landlords and tenants with regard to unlawful detainers, evictions and foreclosures. Mr. Khansari practiced real estate at the largest real estate law firm in California and brings his wealth of real estate knowledge and experience to KLC. KLC also handles personal injury matters with substantial experience in representing victims of automobile collisions in collecting property damages, including loss of use, bodily injury damages (serious and soft tissue), lost wages and general damages for pain and suffering. Prior to becoming an attorney, among other professions, Mr. Khansari was a licensed property and casualty insurance agent for one of the largest auto insurance companies in the nation. KLC is dedicated to achieving the best possible results, with integrity and experience. KLC’s founding member Andre A. Khansari is a graduate of the University of Southern California School of Law and has practiced with several large international law firms. With KLC, you retain big law firm counsel at small law firm fees. Please contact Khansari Law Corp., APC to discuss your case and set up a free consultation.

I specialize in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What sets me apart from other Chapter 7 bankruptcy attorneys is my unique approach. First and foremost, I offer sliding scale fees. Unlike other attorneys who charge hourly rates, I provide a flat fee ranging from $1,100 to $1,600 for your Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. This fee is based on your income and ability to pay, ensuring that everyone has access to affordable legal representation. My flat fee includes the bankruptcy petition filing fee and all other costs and expenses, eliminating any potential surprises or additional fees.. Secondly, I personally handle every aspect of your Chapter 7 bankruptcy case from start to finish. Unlike attorneys who rely on assistants or paralegals, I ensure that you receive direct attention and guidance throughout the process.. Lastly, I guarantee your discharge. If the court denies your discharge, I will refund 100% of the money you paid me. This guarantee provides peace of mind and ensures that you have the confidence to proceed with your bankruptcy case.. To schedule your free Chapter 7 bankruptcy evaluation with me, please message me.

I am located in the Los Angeles, CaIifornia area since 1986. I have worked  as a CPA since 1981. In accounting, my field of expertise is related to Income Tax. In addition,  to that degree I became an "IRS Enrolled Agent" (federal license) in July of 1996 and I am used to deal with the  IRS; either doing business and personal income tax for my clients or representing my clientsbefore the IRS, in the event of a tax audit.  I am still enrolled to practive before the IRS and in good standing. I also worked as a Real Estate Broker since June of 1994, in the area of financing loans to buy or maintain real estate; mainly conforming residential loans and jumbo loans. I am still active in real estate and in good standing with the CA  Department of Real Estate.. I received my Law Degree  form Abraham Lincoln University in Los Angeles, California in June of 2008 and passed the bar exam in July of 2008. I was awarded a Cum Laude honors while working full time my entire law education.. The combination of my major in accounting and law degree makes the perfect combination to handle a bankruptcy proceedings. Keep in mind that in a  bankruptcy petition a debtor has to list his assets and liabilities very similiar to a Balance Sheet for a business. Additionally, a debtor has to disclose his income and expenses similiar to a Profit and Loss accounting statement. While the process seems cumbersome, a debtor is entitled to keep all his exempted property and also avoid law suits, wage garnishment, repossessions, bank levies and all creditors teckniques to make you pay a debt that most likely qualifies for  a "discharge" (forgiveness) in bankruptcy court.. Most people are under the mistaken belief that business or personal income income tax are not "dischargeable" through bankruptcy; however, meeting certain conditions they are forgiven in full.. Would you like an attorney who is also an accountant on your side while filing for bankruptcy?  Call my office and the initial consultation is free and we also run a credti report for free during your consultation to weigh in your overall liabilities. We also will run a "property profile" for each piece of real estate you owned.. I you are losing your house or in the process of "short sale" do not make a decission without calling me first. Keep in mind that I also have a real estate license and that experience give me an edge to  resolve some issues with your lender  without the need to file for banruptcy or if you have to file you may be entitled to "erase" the second or third loan against your house through a chapter 13 bankrtuptcy.. Please give a call and I will take care of you,. Ruben

I am an attorney specializing in lawsuit disputes, and bankruptcy. As both an MBA and a California Licensed Real Estate Broker, I hold specialized credentials that afford me a very comprehensive understanding of the complexities associated with real estate and business issues.. I have recent experience successfully taking business litigation cases to trial, successfully taking collection claims to trial, and saving many homes from foreclosure utilizing bankruptcy protection.. I have also been successful in settling personal injury claims and in negotiating several family law cases.. It has been my my privilege to gain a great deal of diverse experience. It is my goal to continue to provide my clients with unsurpassed excellence in advocacy.

I am a reputable, knowledgeable. hardworking and kind Spanish-Speaking attorney who has handled thousand of worker's compensation and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy cases.  I pride myself on helping my clients and charging reasonable attorney fees.  I am responsive to their questions and prefer to do the initial intake of the case and preparation which I think creates better legal work.  I am a graduate of U.C, Berkeley and the Univ. of Pennsylvania Law School, both considered Ivy League and top ten U.S. Universities.  I look forward to helping you ease the financial stress that you are probably feeling at this time.

I am a litigator who litigates exclusively in federal bankruptcy court and a business lawyer whose transactions exclusively involve insolvent entities and the people who deal with insolvent entities.. My cases involve financial and corporate restructuring, bankruptcy and workouts, acquisition and sale of distressed assets, corporate governance and officer and director liability, and individual chapter 11 cases of high net worth individuals.. I am a former prosecutor with extensive experience in bankruptcy crime and fraud investigations and the prosecution and defense of  officers and directors of insolvent companies.. I represent debtors, trustees, committees, sellers and buyers of distressed assets, and creditors.. I am also a mediator on the panel of mediators appointed by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California.

Giovanni Orantes is passionate for Bankruptcy Law and has practiced in Southern California for more than 20 years.  He is a Certified Bankruptcy Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization as well as Board Certified in Business and Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Cetification and practices in all chapters of the law and represents all types of parties.  A large majority of his cases involve debtors, which requires a deep understanding of the law instead of knowing only a few areas of the law like attorneys who only represent creditors.

Crystle Jane Lindsey is known for her dedicated and competitive representation as well as her warm and caring nature when it comes to clients. One of Crystle’s practice goals is to ensure that each and every client receives fierce, strategic and dedicated legal representation no matter the case. Crystle’s primary practice areas are bankruptcy law and civil litigation where she combines her love to assist those in need with her passion for financial reorganization and courtroom competitiveness. Crystle has proven the skills to both fully understand and sympathize with each individual client’s needs as well as provide passionate and aggressive representation.. Hailing originally from Charleston, South Carolina, Crystle has lived in southern California for the 7 years.  Crystle received a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of South Carolina (Columbia) in 2008.  She later went on to graduate in 2011 from the University of District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law, a top public interest school committed to public interest and using the law to help those in need and reshape communities.  While a law student, Crystle was a teaching assistant to the Honorable William C. Pryor for first-year criminal law and criminal procedure classes.  Additionally, Crystle was also a teaching assistant for second-year Property I and Property II classes.. Today, Crystle represents clients in primarily Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 cases in the Central District of California. Crystle also represents a select few peronal injury clients and has successfully obtained six figure settlements in personal and property injury cases.  When she isn’t representing clients in the courtroom, Crystle enjoys spending time with her family in Charleston, South as well as in the Philippines. Crystle is also an avid world traveler and enjoys crisscrossing the globe experiencing new countries, cultures and adventures. A few of Crystle’s favorites countries to explore are Singapore, Mexico, Japan, Greece, and France.

Claire E. Shin specializes in business bankruptcy and insolvency law and commercial law. She practices in all aspects of business bankruptcy and reorganization, and regularly represents debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, equity holders, committees and other parties in interest in Chapter 11 reorganizations, Chapter 7 liquidation proceedings and out-of-court workouts. She is also experienced in merger and acquisition and financing transactions involving distressed assets.. In addition to her bankruptcy and business law practice, Claire draws upon the expertise of the firm's lawyers in virtually all areas of law, and frequently represents and advises Asian companies doing business in the United States. Claire is fluent in Korean and Japanese and conversant in Mandarin Chinese.

Carol Chow's practice concentrates on complex litigation arising in and pertaining to bankruptcies and other insolvency events.  Ms. Chow is highly experienced in the preparation and trying of cases under time pressures often found in complicated bankruptcy litigation.    Ms. Chow represents clients on a wide range of bankruptcy and commercial disputes, including avoidance actions, plan confirmation, claims objections, debt recharacterization, breach of contract, landlord tenant, and insurance coverage.  She has represented debtors, trustees, creditors, and creditors’ committees across various industries, including real estate, automotive, banking, manufacturing, and entertainment.   She has represented clients at both the trial and appellate levels.   Ms. Chow holds a BS in mathematics and computer science and brings a deep understanding of finance and technology to all of her cases.

Bankruptcy, for many clients can be extremely daunting and complex.  As an attorney who practices bankruptcy law, I strongly believe in clear communications, thorough representation, and dedication to my clients.  As such, I am a believer in providing clients with a clear understanding of the process and have provided pro-bono hours dedicated to this goal.. In addition to bankruptcy work, I have been the long standing General Counsel of the Young People's Place, a non-profit that supports at-risk youth.

Attorney Nicholas M. Wajda received his Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Nicholas finished law school ranked first in his graduating class and was heavily involved in the Thomas Jefferson Law Review as both a writer and article’s editor.  In addition, Nicholas received recognition for his work as an articles editor for the law review, receiving the articles editor of the year award for 2007-2008.. Prior to law school, Nicholas attended Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina on a combination academic and athletic scholarship. Nicholas received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics while balancing a full schedule as a four year letterman on Furman’s Division I Varsity baseball team. During his senior season, Nicholas helped guide the Paladins to a Southern Conference (SoCon) Championship and a spot in the NCAA Regional Tournament.. Currently, Nicholas is licensed to practice law in both California and Nevada. Nicholas is admitted in the Central, Southern, Eastern, and Northern Districts of California, as well as the District of Nevada. Throughout his career, Nicholas has filed over 2,000 successful bankruptcy cases and helped many other clients with their debt issues through non-bankruptcy avenues.  Along with his strong work ethic, Nicholas prides himself on being completely available for his clients. Because he feels that a good attorney should be there for his clients, Nicholas takes all his own calls and prides himself on maintaining fully open lines of communication with all of his clients.