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John A. Iaccarino
Law Offices of John Iaccarino
533 Airport Boulevard
Suite 400
Burlingame, CA 94010
Phone: (650) 348-3400 | Fax: (650) 348-3656
http://www.thelawofficeofjohniaccarino.com/
Create an estate plan to put your mind at ease
Legal Topic
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Preferred New Clients
I help my clients develop a comprehensive plan to avoid probate or save on estate taxes.
Sub-Categories
Estate Planning
- Drafting Trusts
- Drafting Wills
- Estate Administration
- Estate Planning
- Living Trusts
- Living Wills
- Probate
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I welcome consultations with all possible clients in order to discuss their particular financial difficulties and to explore bankruptcy as a possible solution during a trying time. Bankruptcy can often times provide relief to a situation that feels unmanageable and beyond one's control.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1986
Bar Number: 126649
Other Court Admissions
Northern District of California
Association Memberships
California State Bar
Continuing Education
I attend continuing legal education seminars on Bankruptcy, Immigration and Estate Planning.
Example Cases
I handle Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies. Bankruptcy can afford different types of relief for various circumstances. For instance, clients' wages can be garnished or a lien can be placed upon their bank accounts in order to satisfy a creditor's judgment. The filing of the bankruptcy will stop a wage garnishment as well as prevent a creditor from placing a lien on any accounts in the debtor's name. A bankruptcy filing will also stop a foreclosure proceeding by allowing the debtor to repay the mortgage company all monies owed to them over a period of time. As long as a bankruptcy petition is filed prior to the sheriff sale date, a home can be saved from foreclosure. Sometimes, all debtors require is the chance to recover from a financially difficult period of time.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
College of Notre Dame
City:
Belmont
State:
CA
Year:
1982
Honors:
Summa Cum Laude
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
University of Santa Clara Law School
City:
Santa Clara
State:
CA
Year:
1986
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The Law Offices of John Iaccarino opened in 1986, focusing on Consumer Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Immigration.
Previous Employment Summary
I have always been self-employed.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I feel that clients should have a comprehensive understanding of what legal rights and remedies are available to them. There exist a wide variety of sources by which clients can obtain a basic knowledge and understanding of the concept of bankruptcy. See the Nolo articles on Bankruptcy on my web site.
See the Nolo introduction to living trusts -- a popular way to avoid probate on my my web site and my Estate Planning Newsletter.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am not very willing to review documents.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Since there are many intricacies associated with the practice of law, coupled with the fact that the bankruptcy laws have changed drastically over the past few years, I would caution against pro se filings. Filing a bankruptcy petition without proper representation by an attorney of the relevant jurisdiction can expose a debtor to a complex and damaging situation if certain exigencies exist.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became an attorney to help people.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
That you always have to do more than is required to do the best job possible.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Bankruptcy and Estate Planning were two of my favorite subjects in law school.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy helping people solve their problems.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a sole practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very understanding.
Personal Interests:
Fishing and horseback riding.
Fax
(650) 348-3656
Office Hours
Monday through Friday,
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Evenings by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish and Italian
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Yes, for both Bankruptcy and Estate Planning.
Hourly Rates
$250.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, free 30-minute initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
Dependent on the case.
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