Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger - San Diego, CA
Bankruptcy Lawyers in San Diego, CA
501 W Broadway Suite 800 San Diego, CA 92101
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
San Diego 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, located in San Diego, California, we understand that financial hardship can feel like an insurmountable weight. Our firm is dedicated to providing a path toward renewal through unwavering professionalism and genuine compassion. We believe that every individual and business facing debt deserves a strategic, high-caliber legal defense and a partner who treats their situation with the respect and sensitivity it requires.
We are recognized as one of Southern California’s premier resources for bankruptcy law, offering sophisticated solutions tailored to the unique financial landscape of each client. We navigate the complexities of the federal bankruptcy courts with total confidence, specializing in:
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy: Facilitating the discharge of unsecured debt to provide individuals with a true financial fresh start.
- Chapter 11 bankruptcy: Providing businesses and high net worth individuals the complex restructuring tools necessary to remain operational and profitable.
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy: Crafting manageable repayment plans to halt foreclosures, protect homes and preserve vital assets.
Beyond traditional filings, our firm possesses a deep bench of knowledge in trustee work and creditor representation. This dual perspective allows us to anticipate the strategies of all parties involved, providing our clients with a distinct advantage in negotiations and litigation. Whether we are defending against a foreclosure or resolving a complex debt dispute, our goal is to achieve a resolution that secures your long-term stability.
At The Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger, we serve as your dedicated advocates. We combine the professional rigor of a deft San Diego practice with the empathy required to guide you through one of life's most stressful chapters. We protect your future so you can reclaim your peace of mind.
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
501 W Broadway
Suite 800
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 310-810-4683
Fax: 310-271-9805
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Additional California Locations
Orange, CA (85.1 miles)
333 City Boulevard West
Orange, CA 92868
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Riverside, CA (87.9 miles)
4480 Main Street
Suite C
Riverside, CA 92501
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Long Beach, CA (93.8 miles)
111 West Ocean Blvd.
Suite 400
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: 310-810-4683
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Los Angeles, CA (111.7 miles)
515 South Flower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Beverly Hills, CA (Main Office, 117.3 miles)
9454 Wilshire Boulevard
6th Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 - 2937
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Calabasas, CA (129.4 miles)
22231 Mulholland Hwy
Suite 213
Calabasas, CA 91302
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Woodland Hills, CA (130.3 miles)
21900 Burbank Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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Santa Barbara, CA (187.6 miles)
7 W. Figueroa Street
Suite 200
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Bakersfield, CA (212.7 miles)
4900 California Avenue
Tower B, 2nd Floor
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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San Jose, CA (416.1 miles)
99 South Almaden Blvd
Suite 600
San Jose, CA 95113
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San Francisco, CA (458.1 miles)
1390 Market Street
Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94102
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