Bankruptcy Exemptions: What Property Can You Keep?
Exemptions protect your home, car, retirement accounts, and household goods from liquidation in bankruptcy. This guide covers the 2025 federal exemption amounts and how state exemptions compare.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy — often called liquidation bankruptcy — allows individuals and businesses in California to discharge most unsecured debts including credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans. The process typically completes in 3 to 6 months. Our directory lists 199+ qualified Chapter 7 attorneys across California who offer free initial consultations.
Showing 1–24 of 199 Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys in California
Bert Briones
Bert Briones. in Irvine, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. with 20 years of experience.

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.

Aaron Michael Lloyd
Aaron Michael Lloyd. in San Bernardino, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 10 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.

Timothy William Combs
Timothy William Combs. in Riverside, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 19 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.

Gregory Mark Shanfeld
Gregory Mark Shanfeld. in Sherman Oaks, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 31 years of experience.

Rex Tran
Rex Tran. in Santa Ana, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 17 years of experience.

Thomas P Kelly III
Thomas P Kelly III. in Santa Rosa, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 21 years of experience.

Clifford Sculley Bordeaux
Clifford Sculley Bordeaux. in Pasadena, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 28 years of experience.

Shaye Larkin
Shaye Larkin. in San Francisco, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 27 years of experience.

Norma Nodal Duenas
Norma Nodal Duenas. in Santa Ana, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 18 years of experience.

Michael Salanick
Michael Salanick. in Los Angeles, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 23 years of experience.

Anerio Ventura Altman
Anerio Ventura Altman. in Foothill Ranch, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 22 years of experience.

Paul Y Lee
Paul Y Lee. in Riverside, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 21 years of experience.

Tanisha N. Bostick
Tanisha N. Bostick. in San Diego, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Family. with 9 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.

Caroline S Kim
Caroline S Kim. in Long Beach, CA. specializing in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Family. with 18 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.

Vincent A. Gorski
Vincent A. Gorski. in Bakersfield, CA. specializing in Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. with 18 years of experience.
Liquidation bankruptcy that eliminates most unsecured debts within 3–6 months. Attorneys listed in this directory serve clients across California and can help you understand whether Chapter 7 is the right option for your situation.
When searching for a Chapter 7 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.
All attorneys in this directory are listed with their verified status clearly indicated. Profiles marked as Verified have had their credentials independently confirmed by our team. Profiles marked as Unverified are sourced from public records and have not yet had their credentials verified.
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