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Steven A. Wolvek
The Law Offices of Steven A. Wolvek
23901 Calabasas Road
Suite 1063
Calabasas, CA 91302
Phone: (818) 227-3379 | Fax: (818) 227-3383
http://www.wolveklaw.com/
Quick, Personal, Professional Bankruptcy Service
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to handle bankruptcy cases including Chapters 7 and Chapter 13. I also handle personal injury and family law cases.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Business Bankruptcy
- Credit Restoration
- Creditor Harassment
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1990
Bar Number: 146965
Other Court Admissions
All courts throughout the State of California; Central District of California and Eastern District of California.
Association Memberships
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Association; National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys; Family Law Section of the State Bar of California.
Continuing Education
I attend seminars in my three practice areas of bankruptcy, personal injury and family law.
Example Cases
I regularly handle consumer and business Chapter 7 liquidation cases, Chapter 13 individual reorganization cases, serious injury cases and family law cases.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of La Verne
City:
La Verne
State:
CA
Year:
1988
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our law office was established in June 1990. The firm has always represented individuals and business throughout the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, and the Antelope Valley areas.
Consumer and business bankruptcy Chapter 7 cases; Chapter 13 bankruptcy reorganization cases for individuals facing foreclosure, reviewing whether or not lien stripping mortgage debt and/or reducing automobile debt is available, repaying most tax debt penalty and interest free. We also represent individuals in dog bite cases, automobile and motorcycle accident cases, wrongful death cases and serious injury cases. Additionally, we handle family law cases involving contested child custody issues, child and spousal support issues and paternity cases.
Previous Employment Summary
I have been working for myself for the last 18 years.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Most seek out information on the legal matter they are dealing with before they come to see me. This has become easier with the internet.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I ask clients to assemble documents for our review at our initial consultation.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I provide a complete, detailed description of the client's matter and procedure. I am willing to assist those who want to represent themselves; and may represent clients pro bono when their needs are real, but they cannot afford legal representation.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I was a political science major and became fascinated with the law. I worked for several legal clinics and enjoyed helping others with their legal needs.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I worked for a top bankruptcy lawyer as a law clerk and a new associate handling bankruptcy matters. I worked with a top personal injury attorney who was a former defense attorney but then took plaintiff cases. I went through a contested divorce and can understand how the client feels and what he or she is going through from my own experiences.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I enjoy practicing bankruptcy law to help people eliminate debt and provide for their families, free from credit card debt; I like to help clients save their homes from potential foreclosure and in some cases reduce their mortgage payment debt.
I enjoy handling personal injury cases to help victims get the most from insurance companies that are reluctant or unwilling to pay the value of the case.
I enjoy practicing family law and using my personal experiences to help others eliminate fanning the flames of divorce, to help reach fast and equitable resolutions to custody, support and property issues at a fair fee.
What do you like best about your career?
The ability to help others with their legal needs.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a sole practitioner. My wife works as my office manager. My assistant has the most contact with our clients and makes sure each case runs smoothly. All three of us are dedicated to the needs of the people we represent.
What are your strengths and style?
My strength is telling clients in plain English about their case, speaking to them not at them. My other strength is being available for my clients and keeping them informed of their cases - especially through email. My other strength is being "hands-on", as all interviews for any case are with me personally.
Personal Interests:
My family.
Office Manager/Assistant
Shari London-Wolvek office manager; Amber Torres, office assistant.
Fax
(818) 227-3383
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Evening and weekend appointments available
Emergency contact after-hours through website.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Amber Torres, Spanish.
Additional Offices
Santa Monica, CA
100 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 950
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Los Angeles, CA
1801 Century Park East
25th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Burbank, CA
3500 W. Olive Avenue
3rd Floor
Burbank, CA 91505
Los Angeles, CA
9841 Airport Boulevard
12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Chapter 7 cases average between $1,500 and $3,500, depending on the individual case. Chapter 13 cases are $4,000 with $1,000 paid before filing. The balance of my fee is paid through the client's Chapter 13 plan. Family Law initial retainers range from $1,500 to $5,000 depending on the case, and are billed at $250 per hour. Personal injury cases are on contingency at 33 1/3% up to filing suit and 40% thereafter.
Hourly Rates
$250.
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a free, no obligation consultation. Time spent is usually whatever time is required to provide the potential client a detailed review of his or her situation and explanation of the court process.
Typical Retainer
All retainers are in writing for any matter taken by this office.
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