Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger - Orange, CA
Bankruptcy Lawyers in Orange, CA
333 City Boulevard West Orange, CA 92868
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Orange 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
The Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger, located in Orange, California, provides experienced, results-driven bankruptcy and insolvency counsel to individuals, businesses, trustees and creditors. We concentrate our practice on consumer and commercial bankruptcy, including Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 cases, and we have substantial experience handling foreclosures, trustee representation, creditor enforcement, workouts and related litigation.
Our attorneys combine deep knowledge of federal bankruptcy statutes, local rules and procedural strategy with a pragmatic focus on protecting clients’ financial interests. For debtors, we design tailored solutions that may include liquidation under Chapter 7, reorganization under Chapter 11 or streamlined repayment plans under Chapter 13, always emphasizing preservation of assets and long-term financial stability. For trustees and creditors, we pursue vigorous enforcement of claims, asset recovery and efficient administration consistent with statutory duties and priorities.
We handle complex bankruptcy filings, adversary proceedings, preference and fraudulent-transfer claims, motions for relief from stay, contested confirmation hearings and plan negotiations. Our team collaborates with financial advisers, forensic accountants and turnaround specialists to develop persuasive litigation and restructuring strategies.
We prioritize clear communication, timely case management and meticulous preparation.
Clients receive direct access to experienced attorneys who explain options candidly, set realistic expectations and pursue objectives with tenacity. Our courtroom track record and negotiated settlements reflect a confident, strategic approach that yields favorable outcomes across diverse insolvency matters.
The firm serves clients throughout California from our Orange office, representing individuals, small businesses, lenders and trustees. Whether navigating personal bankruptcy, supervising estate administration as a trustee or enforcing creditor rights, we deliver authoritative legal counsel backed by years of experience.
Contact The Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger for a confidential consultation. We will evaluate your circumstances, outline pragmatic options and implement a decisive plan to protect your interests and restore financial stability.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
Awards and Honors
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
333 City Boulevard West
Orange, CA 92868
Phone: 310-810-4683
Fax: 310-271-9805
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Additional California Locations
Long Beach, CA (17.3 miles)
111 West Ocean Blvd.
Suite 400
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Los Angeles, CA (27.7 miles)
515 South Flower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Riverside, CA (32.2 miles)
4480 Main Street
Suite C
Riverside, CA 92501
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Beverly Hills, CA (Main Office, 34.8 miles)
9454 Wilshire Boulevard
6th Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 - 2937
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Calabasas, CA (48.2 miles)
22231 Mulholland Hwy
Suite 213
Calabasas, CA 91302
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Woodland Hills, CA (48.6 miles)
21900 Burbank Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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San Diego, CA (85.1 miles)
501 W Broadway
Suite 800
San Diego, CA 92101
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Santa Barbara, CA (112.4 miles)
7 W. Figueroa Street
Suite 200
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Bakersfield, CA (127.6 miles)
4900 California Avenue
Tower B, 2nd Floor
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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San Jose, CA (332.4 miles)
99 South Almaden Blvd
Suite 600
San Jose, CA 95113
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San Francisco, CA (374.5 miles)
1390 Market Street
Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94102
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