Westlake Bankruptcy Lawyer

Assisting Clients With Bankruptcy Matters in California

When financial pressures mount, it can feel like there's no way out. Mounting debt, constant calls from creditors, and the looming threat of foreclosure or repossession can be very overwhelming. If you're facing financial distress, knowing you have legal options is important. The bankruptcy attorneys at Weintraub Zolkin Talerico & Selth are here to help individuals and businesses in Westlake take control of their financial future through strategic bankruptcy solutions tailored to their unique circumstances.

Call Weintraub Zolkin Talerico & Selth today at (310) 220-4147 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our bankruptcy attorney in Westlake.

What Is Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy is considered a legal process developed to help individuals and businesses eliminate or restructure debt under the protection of federal law. It provides a path to regain financial stability, stop aggressive collection efforts, and obtain a fresh start. There are several types of bankruptcy, with Chapters 7, 11, and 13 being the most common. Our team evaluates each client's financial position to determine the most suitable path forward.

Bankruptcy Matters We Handle

Our firm has decades of experience handling a wide spectrum of bankruptcy-related matters for both individuals and businesses. These include:

• Asset Protection: We work with clients to help protect exempt assets such as homes, retirement accounts, and personal property. We will help you structure your bankruptcy filing to maximize your legal protections and preserve what matters most.
• Wage Garnishment: If your wages are being garnished due to unpaid debts, bankruptcy may stop this action immediately through an automatic stay. We'll help you understand your rights and act quickly to protect your income.
• Repossession: Facing the loss of a vehicle or other essential property? Bankruptcy can put a stop to repossession and, in some cases, allow you to recover repossessed assets or restructure payments to keep them.
• Creditor Harassment: Constant calls, letters, and threats from creditors can be debilitating. Filing for bankruptcy puts an automatic stay in place, forcing creditors to cease all collection activities. We'll make sure your rights are enforced and creditor harassment ends.
• Reaffirmation Agreements: In some cases, you may want to keep a secured debt, like a car loan, and continue making payments even during bankruptcy. We can help negotiate and file reaffirmation agreements that work in your best interest.
• Nondischargeable Debts: Certain debts, like student loans, taxes, and child support, could not be discharged through bankruptcy. We will review your obligations and advise you on how to manage nondischargeable debts as part of your broader financial recovery strategy.
• Consumer and Business Debt: Whether you're an individual burdened by credit cards or a business owner dealing with commercial loans, we provide legal solutions designed for both consumer and business debt. We help clients untangle complex debt portfolios and find sustainable resolutions.
• Collection Lawsuits: If a creditor has filed a lawsuit against you, bankruptcy may stop the legal process and eliminate the underlying debt. We will assess whether bankruptcy is the most effective defense and act swiftly to protect your legal and financial interests.

How Our Bankruptcy Attorney Can Help You

Bankruptcy is a powerful legal tool, but it's also a highly technical process. Our Westlake bankruptcy attorneys offer trusted legal guidance from start to finish. We handle all aspects of the filing, including the preparation of petitions, representation in court hearings, and communication with trustees and creditors.

We tailor our approach to each client's needs—whether your goal is to eliminate debt, protect your business, prevent foreclosure, or simply buy time to regroup. With decades of combined experience and a deep understanding of bankruptcy law, our firm delivers results that protect your financial future and give you peace of mind.

Contact Our Westlake Bankruptcy Attorney Today

Financial hardship doesn't have to define your future. If you are facing overwhelming debt or dealing with aggressive creditors, the legal team at Weintraub Zolkin Talerico & Selth is ready to help. We offer consultations to evaluate your situation and guide you toward the best possible outcome.

Contact Weintraub Zolkin Talerico & Selth today to get started with our Westlake bankruptcy lawyer.