Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger - Long Beach, CA
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Long Beach, CA
111 West Ocean Blvd. Suite 400 Long Beach, CA 90802
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
Long Beach Bankruptcy Law Firm
Updated: 04/20/2026
Areas of Practice
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11
- Chapter 7
- Chapter 13
- Non-bankruptcy debtor remedies
- SubChapter 5
- Chapter 7 Versus Chapter 13
- Chapter 11 for Individuals
- Stop Wage Garnishment
- Litigation
- Debt Settlement
- Debt Collection
- Appeals
- Bankruptcy and Divorce
- Foreclosures
Firm Information
Overview
At The Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger, we understand that financial difficulties can be one of life's most stressful challenges. For over two decades, we have provided compassionate, professional legal guidance to individuals and businesses throughout Long Beach, California, and the greater Los Angeles area facing complex financial matters.
We concentrate our practice on bankruptcy law and related financial matters, offering comprehensive representation across multiple disciplines:
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy – Helping clients achieve a fresh financial start through liquidation proceedings
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy – Guiding businesses through reorganization to preserve operations and jobs
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy – Creating manageable repayment plans that allow individuals to retain assets
- Foreclosure Defense – Protecting homeowners' rights and exploring alternatives to foreclosure
- Trustee Representation – Serving as trusted fiduciaries in bankruptcy proceedings
- Creditor's Rights – Advocating for creditors seeking to protect their legitimate interests
We recognize that behind every case are real people facing genuine hardship. That's why we approach each client relationship with both professional excellence and personal compassion. We take time to listen to your unique circumstances, explain your options in clear language and develop strategies tailored to your specific needs.
Our extensive experience on all sides of bankruptcy proceedings, representing debtors, creditors and serving as trustees, provides us with invaluable insight that benefits our clients. We understand the nuances of bankruptcy law and leverage this knowledge to achieve favorable outcomes.
Whether you're an individual overwhelmed by debt, a business owner seeking reorganization or a creditor protecting your interests, we are here to help. At The Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger, we combine legal knowledge with genuine understanding, guiding you through challenging times toward a more secure financial future.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger selected for a Super Lawyers® list
Honors
- Graduated Hastings College of the Law With Honors, 1978 - 1981
- Order of the Coif, 1980 - 1981
- Thurston Honor Society, 1981
- Law Review, 1980 - 1981
- Phi Alpha Delta, 1980 - 1981
- "AV" rated lawyer as rated by Martindale Hubbell, 1994 - Present
Previous Law Firm Names
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Berger & Stolar, March 1, 1995
Staff
- Yathida Nipha, Senior Paralegal
- Karine Manvelian, Paralegal
- Peter Garza, Law Clerk
- Jennifer M. Liu, CPA, MBT, Preferred Accountant
Staff
- Yathida Nipha, Senior Paralegal
- Karine Manvelian, Paralegal
- Peter Garza, Law Clerk
- Jennifer M. Liu, CPA, MBT, Preferred Accountant
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Contact
111 West Ocean Blvd.
Suite 400
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: 310-810-4683
Fax: 310-271-9805
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Additional California Locations
Orange, CA (17.3 miles)
333 City Boulevard West
Orange, CA 92868
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Los Angeles, CA (19.9 miles)
515 South Flower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Beverly Hills, CA (Main Office, 23.8 miles)
9454 Wilshire Boulevard
6th Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 - 2937
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Calabasas, CA (35.6 miles)
22231 Mulholland Hwy
Suite 213
Calabasas, CA 91302
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Woodland Hills, CA (36.5 miles)
21900 Burbank Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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Riverside, CA (48.9 miles)
4480 Main Street
Suite C
Riverside, CA 92501
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San Diego, CA (93.8 miles)
501 W Broadway
Suite 800
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 310-810-4683
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Santa Barbara, CA (97.5 miles)
7 W. Figueroa Street
Suite 200
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Bakersfield, CA (120.8 miles)
4900 California Avenue
Tower B, 2nd Floor
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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San Jose, CA (322.4 miles)
99 South Almaden Blvd
Suite 600
San Jose, CA 95113
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San Francisco, CA (364.4 miles)
1390 Market Street
Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94102
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