California Law Office, P.C.

Helping people get a fresh start

This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association.*

Firm Overview

California Law Office, P.C. focuses on helping debtors through the bankruptcy process. This includes an initial analysis of options followed by comprehensive guidance and support. Most clients reach us by phone at (310) 922-9330 or by email at calilawoffice@gmail.com.

California Law Office, P.C. was established by attorney Kirk Brennan in early 2010 to provide personal, confidential, and caring service to clients in need of bankruptcy assistance. Mr. Brennan felt that a small practice could best serve individuals and businesses in financial distress. He prides himself on getting to know his clients well and believes this leads to the best results.

Example cases

Chapter 7 Case 11-24063
*Outcome:* Discharge of debt granted, case closed. Discharged over
$280,000 in unsecured debt.

Chapter 13 Case 10-20564
*Outcome:* Plan confirmed. Removed judgment liens from real estate.
Stripped off client's second mortgage. Court approval of loan modification
on client's first mortgage.

Chapter 11 Case 2011-10912
*Outcome:* Plan confirmed. Saved clients over half a million dollars by
stripping off two second mortgages and cramming down a first mortgage on an
investment property. Client is paying unsecured creditors 4 cents on the
dollar.

Main Office

Main
21250 Hawthorne Boulevard
Suite 500
Torrance CA 90503

Phone

(310) 922-9330

Fax

(310) 375-6141

Websites

http://www.calibankruptcysite.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, I offer a free 30 minute consultation.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

Chapter 7 case: Total Fees: $1600 (includes attorney fees, court filing
fees, credit report and required classes)
Chapter 13 case: $2160 prior to filing, remainder paid through plan
Chapter 11 case: $275 per hour
Installment payments are available.

Hourly Rates

$275 per hour.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Irregular appointment times available under certain circumstances.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Bankruptcy

California Law Office, P.C. is a professional corporation located in Torrance, California.

California Law Office, P.C. focuses on representing clients in bankruptcy proceedings. From the simplest chapter 7 case to the most complex chapter 11 case, California Law Office, P.C. welcomes your business.

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

Bankruptcy law offers many rewards, including enough complexity to be interesting, and the potential to change lives for the better. It is very satisfying to see the burden of a heavy debt load lifted from the shoulders of my clients. It is also satisfying to see abusive creditors brought to heel by the bankruptcy system.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Many resources are available online for clients to educate themselves about the bankruptcy process. Nonetheless, there is also a lot of inaccurate information out there, so I encourage clients to ask questions about the bankruptcy process. My goal is to answer questions as clearly and as effectively as possible, cutting through the legal mumbo-jumbo as much as possible.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

The bankruptcy process is difficult to navigate due to myriad requirements, both substantive and procedural. That is why an attorney's guidance is so essential.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Most clients wisely choose to hire an attorney to represent them through the bankruptcy process.

Kirk Brennan

Kirk Brennan, esq. ran a small business for eight years prior to pursuing his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) and then law degree.

My eight years running a small business brought me in close contact with people from many different backgrounds. My representation is strengthened by this experience, and by my legal and business education. See my website for more information: http://www.californialawofficepc.com

I am direct, honest and knowledgeable. My style is to explain what needs to be done and to make the bankruptcy process as smooth and quick as possible for clients.

Personal interests:

I enjoy my family, swimming and scuba diving.

License

Bar Number: 265730
California , 2009

Education

George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctorate , 2009
Arlington, VA
Managing Editor of the Journal of Law, Economics & Policy
George Mason University School of Management
Masters in Business Administration , 2006
Fairfax, VA
Finance
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science , 1997
Washington, DC
International Affairs
George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctorate , 2009
Arlington, VA
Managing Editor of the Journal of Law, Economics & Policy
George Mason University School of Management
Masters in Business Administration , 2006
Fairfax, VA
Finance
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science , 1997
Washington, DC
International Affairs

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