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Todd Mannis

Todd Mannis

Law Offices of Joseph A. Mannis
4766 Park Granada
Suite 101
Woodland Hills, CA 91302
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Phone: (818) 591-9890  |  Fax: (818) 591-0225
http://www.mannislaw.com

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Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Preferred New Clients

Bankruptcy.

Sub-Topics

Debt Relief

Bar Admissions

CA, Dec 1990
Bar Number: 149271

Other Court Admissions

• State of California
• Federal Courts for the Central, Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of California

Association Memberships

• State Bar of California
• Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association (CDCBAA)

Continuing Education

I regularly attend seminars and other lectures revolving around the practice of bankruptcy law.

Example Cases

That information could be both privileged and/or violate a client's privacy, even if names were withheld. Moreover, it could possibly be interpreted as predicting a result, which would be unethical.

Education 

School:

Loyola Law School

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Los Angeles

State:

CA

Year:

1989

 

School:

University of California, San Diego

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts

City:

La Jolla

State:

CA

Year:

1986

Honors:

Deans List 1983 to 1986

Number of Attorneys

2

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

We deal exclusively with bankruptcy and bankruptcy-related issues. The firm has been helping people with their financial problems for over 35 years.

Previous Employment Summary

I have operated my own practice since I became an attorney .

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

While I certainly wouldn't recommend representing oneself in the Bankruptcy Court, I do sometimes find it helpful if the client has done a little bit of research and thereby understands what I'm talking about a little more clearly than he or she otherwise would.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I will do that on occasion.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

We are simply too busy with those clients who are paying for our representation to do this.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I was always proud of the work my father did as an attorney, and the appreciation with which it was received by his clients. So, the opportunity to help people in times of need has just always had appeal for me.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

For better (or worse!), I am a perfectionist. I have always been interested in aviation and am a private pilot. In that environment, attention to detail is essential, with procedures, checklists, etc. You never want to get "behind the aircraft." I approach my work in the same manner.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

As mentioned above, the opportunity to help people in times of stress or need has always had appeal for me. Bankruptcy certainly would fit that bill.

What do you like best about your career?

Seeing the relief of my clients when it hits them that they really are not "finished," and that they will be able to start over.

Tell us about your law firm:

We are a small firm, and so we deal personally with each and every client. Our clients tell us that this is in fact what led them to retain us.

What are your strengths and style?

Our strength is, without a doubt, our personal touch. From the very first inquiry, we take the time to really listen to our clients and reach out. We do NOT simply say let's set up an appointment and we can talk then - we often spend quite a bit of time right on the initial telephone call. Our clients repeatedly tell us that this is why they retained us, that we were the only ones who really listened and who really seemed to care about their situation.

Personal Interests:

I am a private pilot so my main passion is flying. I also enjoy skiing, travel, and just relaxing.

Office Manager/Assistant

Joe

Fax

(818) 591-0225

Office Hours

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

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Bankruptcy fees are generally a flat fee which is determined at our consultation, which is always free. Those fees are based upon the simplicity or complexity of the individual case, as that will determine how much work is involved.

Hourly Rates

As mentioned above, most if not all bankruptcy clients usually pay a flat fee; however, when our work does require an hourly fee, it is generally $300 per hour.

Free Initial Consultation?

Our consultation has always been free, and we have never set any formal time limit on it.

Typical Retainer

As no bankruptcy case is the same, it would depend on the individual case or client.

Understanding Fees

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