Bankruptcy

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

Business Law

Individuals and businesses who:
owe over $10,000 to the IRS and would like help resolving the matter;
want to make payments to the IRS to pay off tax;
have not filed returns but the IRS says they owe them money;
have old tax liabilities;
do not want to communicate with the IRS;
cannot pay monthly bills or the IRS;
are concerned about tax penalties;
already tried something with the IRS but it didn't work; or
have lots of debt and an IRS tax liability.

Estate Planning

Individuals and businesses who:
owe over $10,000 to the IRS and would like help resolving the matter;
want to make payments to the IRS to pay off tax;
have not filed returns but the IRS says they owe them money;
have old tax liabilities;
do not want to communicate with the IRS;
cannot pay monthly bills or the IRS;
are concerned about tax penalties;
already tried something with the IRS but it didn't work; or
have lots of debt and an IRS tax liability.

CA, Dec 1980
Bar Number: 095962

• The Supreme Court of the State of California
• The United State District Court, Northern District of California

• California State Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Bankruptcy Law Forum
• Marin County Bar Association
• National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Society for Neuroscience

I attend legal education seminars and conferences on the topics of Bankruptcy, Discovery, Family Law and Tax. I always exceed the required number of continuing education hours.

I have published numerous articles including Chapter 7 - 341 Hearing aka First Meeting of Creditors and Be Cautious of Debt Settlement Industry.
Also see Bankruptcy articles including Bankruptcy A to Z

Bankruptcy:
• Chapter 7 filing for a woman who lost her job and despite her best efforts fell behind in credit card payments and medical bills. After a thorough, detailed preparation of her bankruptcy case, she went through a five minute meeting with the trustee, who found she had no available assets for distribution.

• Chapter 7 filing for a couple with three children who had a seriously encumbered house about to go into foreclosure. Wife had fallen ill and husband's job performance dropped as he supported her. They were able to get a few more months in the house and put away money for moving expenses while obtaining relief from extensive credit card and medical debt.

Business Law:
• Small business owner was years behind on filing personal income taxes. The IRS filed returns for him finding that he owed over $600,000 in taxes. Client was busy running his business and did not want to deal with the IRS and also didn't believe that he owed as much as claimed. After collecting financial information, returns were calculated and filed. The end result was only $35,000 was due to the IRS.

• Attorney client went around and around with the IRS. Client claimed $75,000 estate tax was paid. IRS claimed it was not. After a review of the letters and documentation, I was able to correct the IRS error.

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California

Consumer Bankruptcy and Tax Dispute Resolution

Eranthe Law Firm began in 2008. The previous incarnation was from 1995 to 2005. I worked as an associate attorney for the period in between, which was an interesting experiment.

• Attorney, Connor & Bishop
• Attorney, Bishop, Barry, Howe, Haney & Ryder

• Bankruptcy Seminar Presenter for Legal Aid Society
• Pro Bono work for Family & Children's Law Center

Lisa

(415) 789-4484

Office hours are by appointment between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.

Yes

I can bring in an interpreter when required.

Bankruptcy fees are a flat rate and considerably discounted from my hourly fees. Flat rates vary depending on the complexity of the case: I provide an upfront quote after an initial in depth consultation. I provide a high level of service and extensive one on one attorney time.

Tax dispute resolution fees are a flat rate which varies depending on the complexity of the matter: I provide an upfront quote after an initial 30 minute confidential consultation. The flat rate quote includes investigation and the first level of activity.

For matters outside the scope of the Bankruptcy agreement, for Federal litigation matters, and for matters outside the scope of the Tax Dispute Resolution agreement, the hourly rate is $350.

Mention Nolo for a one hour confidential consultation at a reduced rate of $150 ($350 value)

Retainer fees will depend on the case complexity and estimated duration.