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Barry Edward Borowitz

The Law Offices of Borowitz, Lozano & Clark, LLP
100 North Barranca
Suite 250
West Covina, CA 91791

Phone: (800) 509-3200 | Fax: (626) 322-8644
http://www.blclaw.com

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The Road to a Debt-Free Life

Types of Cases
Qualifications
Work History
Personality & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Bankruptcy

Preferred New Clients

Consumer Bankruptcy Clients, Chapter 7, Chapter 13.

Sub-Categories

Bankruptcy

Chapter 13
Chapter 7
Credit Disputes
Debt Relief
Garnishments
Chapter 11
Creditor Harassment
Personal Bankruptcy
Foreclosures

Bar Admissions

CA, Dec 1993
Bar Number: 167418

Specialty Certifications

Consumer Bankruptcy.

Other Court Admissions

Federal Court in Central, Eastern, and Northern District of California.

Association Memberships

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy, National Association of Consumer Attorneys, Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association, and Board Certified Bankruptcy Specialist.

Continuing Education

All of the attorneys in the firm attend all significant Continuing Legal Education offered across the country pertaining to and concerning consumer bankruptcy issues.

Papers and Publications

Publication - Note, California Supreme Court Survey; Freedom Newspaper, Inc. v. Superior Court. To be published in 20 Pepperdine Law Review. (1993). Discussion and analysis of the requirements needed to sue a publication for libel.

Example Cases

I have successfully filed both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases for thousands of clients. I helped an individual eliminate debt and lower their monthly payments along with all the interest. The family was able to keep all the property they owned. I helped another family get out from under a mortgage deficiency. We have several clients who eliminated their second mortgages altogether.

Education

Degree:

B.S.

School:

California State University Northridge

City:

Northridge

State:

Year:

1990

Focus and Accomplishments:

Business/Administration - Finance.

Degree:

J.D.

School:

Pepperdine University School of Law

City:

Malibu

State:

Year:

1993

Honors:

Magna Cum Laude, American Jurisprudence Awards - Torts I & II, Civil Procedure, Community Property, Dean's Merit Scholarship, and Edward D. Di Loreto Scholar - Scholarship Recipient.

Focus and Accomplishments:

• Moot Court: Trial Advocacy Tournament 1992.
• Moot Court: Fall Individual Advocacy Tournament 1992.
• First Year Moot Court: 3rd Place
• Law Review: Articles Editor, Fall 1992 to Spring 1993.
• Law Review: Staff, Fall 1991 to Spring 1992.

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

California, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.

Firm Focus and History

We only practice consumer and small business bankruptcies. We have 8 attorneys, 5 locations, and over 50 support staff.

Law Firm was established in September of 1998. We have focused on consumer bankruptcy for the past 11 years.

Previous Employment Summary

I practiced bankruptcy law in a large consumer bankruptcy firm before starting my own firm in 1998.

Activities and Awards

Consumer Bankruptcy Super Lawyer for 2009.

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

Every client should always have background knowledge about anything they do.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am not willing to review documents prepared by clients who want to represent themselves.

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

As stated above I am unwilling to do this as I cannot be sure of the outcome.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I am a logical person and I wanted to understand the legal system. I thought it would be good work for who I am.

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

I have a large family and circle of friends and they keep me grounded and wanting to help.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I practiced several kinds of law before consumer bankruptcy. Consumer bankruptcy is the most rewarding as I am able to help people on a daily basis.

What do you like best about your career?

I love every aspect of my job and look forward to going to work every day. The thank you letters and appreciation shown from my happy clients is a wonderful aspect of my career. I love knowing at the end of the day I helped a family in need.

Tell us about your law firm:

There are three partners in the law firm and eight attorneys. All three partners are certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification. We have helped over 20,000 families eliminate the burden of debt since 1998. We have over 50 support staff, which means each case will receive individual attention. Our staff is fluent in Spanish.

What are your strengths and style?

I am capable of understanding my client's motives and goals because I have empathy for their individual situations. Most attorneys are not empathetic to the client's situation and because of this are unable to properly analyze what is best for the individual or their family.

We will not waste money. If we feel a client will not benefit from bankruptcy we will tell them not to file. I try to educate my clients on the pros and cons of all available solutions, and then when the clients make a decision, they make an intelligent and informed decision about what will work best for them. I aggressively represent every client. I am extremely detail-oriented and very hands-on. I am caring and patient and do things accurately and correctly the first time. I will be there to assist my clients from beginning to end.

Personal Interests:

I enjoy spending time with my wife, son, and dogs. I enjoy traveling, cooking, scuba diving, and the LA Lakers.

Office Manager/Assistant

Executive Assistant Faith Vera and Office Manager Victoria Kobayashi.

Fax

(626) 322-8644

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Foreign Languages

Spanish

Additional Offices

Ontario, CA
3535 Inland Empire Blvd.
Suite 46
Ontario, CA 91764
(800) 509-3200

Palmdale, CA
1607 E. Palmdale Blvd.
Suite B
Palmdale, CA 93550
(800) 509-3200

Torrance, CA
3868 Carson Street
Suite 301
Torrance, CA 90503
(800) 509-3200

Santa Fe Springs, CA
12631 E. Imperial Highway
Suite A-104
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
(800) 509-3200

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

All consumer cases are done on a flat fee that is based upon the complexity of the case.

Hourly Rates

This varies from case to case.

Free Initial Consultation?

The initial consultation is 100% free.

Typical Retainer