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Bankruptcy Lawyers in Laguna Hills, CA: 2026 rankings

274 bankruptcy lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Laguna Hills: Southern California Law Advocates P.C., LFR Score 68/100; 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 4

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Barrios & Machado Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers PLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 274.

  3. 10

    Most-reviewed: Law Offices of Jaime A. Cuevas, Jr., 999 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 274 ranked; ranked #10.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

274 Laguna Hills bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 22 are open 24/7, 98 open Saturdays and 45 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 274 rated law firms.

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Southern California Law Advocates P.C.685.0★ (72)Santa Ana, 12 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Pacific Associates Corporation675.0★ (98)Irvine, 9 mi awaySat · Sun—
3KT - Tang & Associates Attorney AT LAW674.9★ (220)Westminster, 17 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Barrios & Machado Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers PLC675.0★ (54)Orange, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
5$795 Bankruptcy Lawyer Abogados de Bancarrota674.9★ (358)Orange, 16 mi awaySat · Evenings—
6Tran Bankruptcy Law675.0★ (198)Santa Ana, 12 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7OakTree Law674.8★ (359)Los Alamitos, 25 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Nueva Vida Financial664.8★ (749)Los Angeles, 38 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Fitzgerald & Campbell664.8★ (524)Santa Ana, 12 mi away——
10Law Offices of Jaime A. Cuevas, Jr.654.9★ (999)Montebello, 36 mi awaySatMost reviews

All 274 bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Based in Santa Ana, 12 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 198 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 198 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 9:30 AM–1:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1633 E 4th St #214, Santa Ana, CA 92701
  2. Based in Los Alamitos, 25 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 359 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 359 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
    Address
    3355 Cerritos Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
  3. Based in Los Angeles, 38 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 749 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 749 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 7 AM–3:30 PM · Thu 7 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    5641 E Beverly Blvd F Ste F, Los Angeles, CA 90022
  4. Based in Santa Ana, 12 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 524 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 524 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    801 N Parkcenter Dr Ste 107, Santa Ana, CA 92705
  5. Based in Irvine, 4 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 96 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 96 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10:30 AM–9 PM · Tue–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15615 Alton Pkwy #210, Irvine, CA 92618
  6. Based in Santa Ana, 13 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 130 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 130 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2090 N Tustin Ave #240, Santa Ana, CA 92705
  7. Based in Oceanside, 37 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 742 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 742 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7 AM–9:45 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3186 Vista Way Ste 303, Oceanside, CA 92056
  8. Based in West Covina, 33 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 603 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 603 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    100 N Barranca St Suite 700, # 26, West Covina, CA 91791
  9. Based in Newport Beach, 9 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–8 PM
    Address
    23 Corporate Plaza Ste 150, Office 82, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  10. Based in Orange, 14 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 194 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 194 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1100 W Town and Country Rd Ste 1201, Orange, CA 92868
  11. Based in Ontario, 32 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 88 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    3200 E Guasti Rd #100, Ontario, CA 91761

Bankruptcy lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 274 ranked bankruptcy lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Lloyd Legal, APC645.0★ (50)13 mi
27Law Offices of Roland Tong, PC644.8★ (35)11 mi
28Nexus Bankruptcy645.0★ (15)9 mi
29The Law Office of Charles A. May645.0★ (6)9 mi
30United Legal Advocates LLP645.0★ (31)9 mi
31Law Office Anthony Wilaras635.0★ (18)24 mi
32Southern California Law Advocates634.9★ (36)32 mi
33Doan Law Group - Laguna Hills Bankruptcy Attorneys634.9★ (37)In Laguna Hills
34Karine Karadjian, A Professional Law Corporation635.0★ (4)9 mi
35Law Office of David P. Farrell635.0★ (115)29 mi
36Atlantis Law Firm635.0★ (175)33 mi
37Law Offices of Steven Ibarra634.4★ (78)31 mi
38Bankruptcy Near Me, LLC635.0★ (15)14 mi
39DiMarco Warshaw, APLC - Bankruptcy & Debt Solution Attorneys635.0★ (17)7 mi
40$795 Bankruptcy Lawyer Abogados de Bancarrota Chino Hills634.9★ (259)26 mi
41Financial Relief Law Center, APC634.9★ (86)10 mi
42Cero Balance, Inc.635.0★ (503)38 mi
43Resolve Law Firm, APC635.0★ (32)3 mi
44Thomas Kerns McKnight, LLP634.6★ (143)11 mi
45OakTree Law635.0★ (40)29 mi
46Law Offices of Alisa Admiral635.0★ (37)27 mi
47The Law Office of Gary Polston634.8★ (40)4 mi
48Nguyen Law Group635.0★ (314)33 mi
49$795 Bankruptcy Lawyer Abogados de Bancarrota Temecula624.9★ (138)33 mi
50Law Offices of Nicholas Gebelt625.0★ (86)28 mi

Also serving Laguna Hills

20 more bankruptcy lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked bankruptcy lawyers serving Laguna Hills
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A Orrin Friedman Law Office3.0★ (4)In Laguna Hills
Alex Liorente Law OfficesIn Laguna Hills
Beam & Associates2.3★ (3)In Laguna Hills
Black Crown Law APC5.0★ (1)In Laguna Hills
Chris and Frank Accident Attorneys5.0★ (59)In Laguna Hills
Fishback Law Corporation5.0★ (2)4 mi
K & M Law, A Professional Law Corporation3.5★ (2)In Laguna Hills
Law Office of Alan A Pace5.0★ (8)In Laguna Hills
Law Office of David Salvin4.8★ (14)In Laguna Hills
Law Office Of Fay Blix4.5★ (8)In Laguna Hills
Loomis Tary4.0★ (9)In Laguna Hills
Mark Kompa5.0★ (1)In Laguna Hills
Martinez Law Office, Inc.5.0★ (16)In Laguna Hills
OC DUI Lawyer5.0★ (8)In Laguna Hills
Ocean Estate Law - Laguna Hills5.0★ (35)In Laguna Hills
Pevney Estate Planning5.0★ (273)In Laguna Hills
Tax Relief Settlement Attorneys5.0★ (36)In Laguna Hills
The Law Offices of Brian S. Mandel Inc5.0★ (3)In Laguna Hills
Thomas E BrownfieldIn Laguna Hills
Winterbotham Parham Teeple, a PCIn Laguna Hills

How we ranked Laguna Hills bankruptcy lawyers

We scored 274 Laguna Hills bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Laguna Hills data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a bankruptcy lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many bankruptcy law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer, not only staff, will review your forms and go with you to the meeting of creditors.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Which chapter fits my situation, and why?
  • Which of my property is exempt?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills: frequently asked questions

Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Laguna Hills?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Laguna Hills, CA is Southern California Law Advocates P.C. with an LFR Score of 68/100. It has 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Pacific Associates Corporation (#2) and KT - Tang & Associates Attorney AT LAW (#3) follow. We ranked 274 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many bankruptcy lawyers are there in Laguna Hills?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 274 bankruptcy lawyers serving Laguna Hills, CA. 1 of them is based in Laguna Hills; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills are open 24/7?

22 ranked bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Southern California Law Advocates P.C. (#1), Barrios & Machado Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers PLC (#4) and Wadhwani & Shanfeld (#22). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills work on weekends?

98 of 274 ranked bankruptcy lawyers post Saturday hours and 45 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Southern California Law Advocates P.C. (#1), Pacific Associates Corporation (#2) and KT - Tang & Associates Attorney AT LAW (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Laguna Hills bankruptcy lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 274 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills is 4.9★, with a median of 18 reviews. Law Offices of Jaime A. Cuevas, Jr. has the most, 999 reviews, and ranks #10. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank bankruptcy lawyers?

Each bankruptcy lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do bankruptcy lawyers outside Laguna Hills count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Laguna Hills city center, our service radius for bankruptcy lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can bankruptcy lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills, CA charge?

Consumer bankruptcy lawyers usually charge a flat fee for Chapter 7; Chapter 13 fees are often paid partly through the repayment plan and are reviewed by the court. Under federal law they must give you written disclosures and a written contract (11 U.S.C. §§526–528). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $481 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?

Chapter 7 sells non-exempt property to pay creditors and usually ends in a few months; Chapter 13 keeps your property under a three- to five-year repayment plan. Income and assets decide which you can use. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Laguna Hills, CA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Laguna Hills?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Laguna Hills

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 274 bankruptcy lawyers serving Laguna Hills.