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6 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Mission Viejo, CA
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Showing 6 bankruptcy lawyers in Mission Viejo, CA
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Law Offices Of Joseph P. Foley
23312 Madero # F, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 770-9949 foleyestateplanning.com
Laguna Legal
24800 Chrisanta Dr STE 200, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 497-9800 lagunalegalhelp.com
Law Offices of Anthony B. Vigil, APC
27201 Puerta Real Suite 300, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 432-4808 vigillawgroup.com
Fenelli Law Firm
24800 Chrisanta Dr Ste 110, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 699-0000 fenelli.com
Lawrence Bellomo Attorney At Law
26040 Acero, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 380-3030 larrybellomo.com
The Law Offices of C.R. Abrams, P.C.
27201 Puerta Real Suite 130, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 639-0431 crabrams.com
Bankruptcy lawyers in Mission Viejo California help residents and businesses navigate federal bankruptcy laws and California state exemptions. The California homestead exemption protects up to 600000 dollars of equity in a primary residence for those filing in Orange County. A local attorney can guide you through means testing and automatic stay protections under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Mission Viejo Cost?
The cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer in California typically ranges from 1200 to 3500 dollars for a simple Chapter 7 case and from 2500 to 6000 dollars for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees add 338 dollars for Chapter 7 and 313 dollars for Chapter 13. Credit counseling and debtor education courses cost about 20 to 50 dollars each. These figures are estimates and actual costs vary by case complexity and attorney fees. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the income limits for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Mission Viejo?
To qualify for Chapter 7 in California you must pass the means test which compares your income to the median income for a California household of your size. For a single person in Orange County the median income is around 70000 dollars per year as of 2025. If your income is above the median you may still qualify after deducting allowed expenses.
How long does a Chapter 13 repayment plan last in California?
A Chapter 13 repayment plan in California typically lasts 3 to 5 years. If your income is below the state median you can propose a 3 year plan. If your income is above the median the court requires a 5 year plan. The plan must pay at least as much as creditors would receive in a Chapter 7 liquidation.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in Mission Viejo?
California allows you to use either the state exemption system or the federal exemption system but not both. The California homestead exemption protects up to 600000 dollars of home equity in Orange County. You can also protect a vehicle worth up to 3300 dollars household goods up to 7000 dollars and tools of your trade up to 8000 dollars under California exemptions.
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