Chapter 11 bankruptcy is the primary reorganization tool for businesses in California — from small LLCs to large corporations. It allows a debtor to remain in possession of assets while developing a court-approved plan to restructure obligations, renegotiate leases, and continue operations. Find 76+ experienced Chapter 11 attorneys in California below.
Showing 1–24 of 76 Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorneys in California
Michael Jay Berger
Michael Jay Berger. in Beverly Hills, CA. specializing in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 44 years of experience.
Sofya Davtyan
Sofya Davtyan. in Beverly HIlls, CA. specializing in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 17 years of experience.
Michael Frank Chekian
Michael Frank Chekian. in Los Angeles, CA. specializing in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 32 years of experience.
Todd Louis Turoci
Todd Louis Turoci. in Los Angeles, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 33 years of experience.
Timothy Cecil Springer
Timothy Cecil Springer. in Fresno, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 25 years of experience.
Lazaro Eloy Fernandez
Lazaro Eloy Fernandez. in Riverside, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 37 years of experience.
William Earl Winfield
William Earl Winfield. in Ventura, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 40 years of experience.
Charles Shamash
Charles Shamash. in Beverly Hills, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 30 years of experience.
Mark Markus
Mark Markus. in Burbank, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 34 years of experience.
Taylor Findley Williams
Taylor Findley Williams. in Valencia, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 14 years of experience.
Michael John Primus
Michael John Primus. in Walnut Creek, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 33 years of experience.
Ralph Phillip Guenther
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 7.4/10 (Very Good). 39 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1986). Awards: AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating.
Diane Hunter Gibson
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 39 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1986). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2021, AV Rated - 2020, Top Lawyers in San Diego (2013 - 2019) - 2019.
Charles Anthony Hughes
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.6/10 (Superb). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (2007). Awards: Certified Specialist - Consumer Bankruptcy Law - 2014, Consumer Bankruptcy - 2014.
E. Vincent Wood
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.9/10 (Superb). 11 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (2014). Awards: AV Peer Review Rating - 2022, AV Preeminent Rated - 2021, Peer Review Rated - 2020.
Linda Ann Selig Blonsley
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.6/10 (Superb). 46 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1979). Awards: AV Pre-eminent Rating - 2015, Peer Review Rated - 2015.
David West Levene
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.7/10 (Superb). 51 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1974). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2023, Super Lawyer - 2022, Super Lawyer - 2021.
Nathan Asher Berneman
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.2/10 (Superb). 34 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1991). Awards: Peer Review Rated - 2016, Distinguished 4.0 out of 5 - 2016.
Alan Wayne Forsley
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 9.9/10 (Superb). 30 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1995). Awards: Super Lawyer - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2023, Super Lawyer - 2022.
Karen Lynn Grant
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent). 40 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1985). Awards: BV Rated - 2015, Most mediations settled - Northern Division - 2011, Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law - 1995.
Ethan Jacob Birnberg
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 10.0/10 (Superb). 18 years of experience. Bar admissions: Wyoming (2011), Colorado (2011), California (2008). Awards: 2024 "Best Attorney" in Truckee & North Lake Tahoe - 2024, Super Lawyer - 2024, 2023 "Best Attorney" in Truckee & North Lake Tahoe - 2023.
D. Max Gardner
Primary practice area: Bankruptcy & Debt. Avvo Rating: 8.4/10 (Excellent). 38 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (1987). Awards: AV Preeminent Rated - 2016, Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law - 2015, Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law - 2010.
Steven Po Chang
Primary practice area: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Avvo Rating: 9.5/10 (Superb). 23 years of experience. Bar admissions: California (2002). Awards: Top Attorneys - 2014, Certified Bankrupty Specialist - 2011.
Bert Briones
Bert Briones. in Irvine, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 20 years of experience.
Business reorganization bankruptcy for corporations, partnerships, and high-debt individuals. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across California and can help you understand whether Chapter 11 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy attorney in California, look for someone with specific experience in federal bankruptcy court proceedings, a track record of successful case outcomes, and transparent fee structures. Many attorneys listed here offer free initial consultations.
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