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Browse bankruptcy lawyers serving Chula Vista, California. Contact information and addresses listed below.
17 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Chula Vista, CA
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Showing 17 bankruptcy lawyers in Chula Vista, CA
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The Law Office of Giovanna Gallo
468 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 460-8900 ggallolegal.com
The Sexton Law Firm
3130 Bonita Rd UNIT 104, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 202-8976 jamessextonlaw.com
Debt Solution Law Group
333 H St #5000, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 202-7511 debtsolutionlawgroup.com
Law Office of Rick G Melendez
470 Third Ave #4, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 420-5900 rgmelendezlaw.com
Law Office of George Siddell: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Immigration, Car Accidents, DUI, Bankruptcy
642 3rd Ave Ste E, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 245-4106 georgesiddell.com
Law Office of Victor Mordey
1061 Tierra Del Rey STE 202, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 409-7900 thechulavistalawyer.com
Alberto Carranza Law Offices
333 H St Suite 5000, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 946-5031 bkrelief.org
Gonzalez & Garcia, APC
715 Third Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 420-1239 gngapc.com
Debt Relief Legal Clinic
46 3rd Ave ste d, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 639-9228 debtclinic.com
Costello & Costello, P.C.
333 H St Suite 5000, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(877) 428-4544 costellolaw.com
Banker's Hill Law Firm, A.P.C. Chula Vista
901 Lane Ave ste 200, Chula Vista, CA 91914
(619) 304-1105 bhlflaw.com
Michael T. Nichols, Esq.
637 3rd Ave Ste G, Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 855-5435 attorneymichaelnichols.com
Doan - Chapter 7 - 13 - Bankruptcy Attorney San Diego
If you live in Chula Vista and face overwhelming debt, a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options under California law. Chula Vista residents file at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of California, located in San Diego. A lawyer can guide you through means testing, exemptions, and the automatic stay that stops collection actions.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Chula Vista Cost?
In California, bankruptcy lawyer fees for a Chapter 7 case typically range from 1,200 to 3,500, plus a 338 court filing fee. Chapter 13 fees are higher, often between 3,000 and 6,000, with a 313 court filing fee. Costs vary based on case complexity and attorney rates. This is general information and 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 main types of bankruptcy for individuals in Chula Vista?
Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidates non-exempt assets to pay debts, while Chapter 13 creates a repayment plan over three to five years. California allows you to choose between state and federal exemption systems to protect your property.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in the Southern District of California?
A Chapter 7 case typically takes three to six months from filing to discharge. A Chapter 13 repayment plan lasts three to five years, depending on your income and debt level.
Will I lose my house if I file for bankruptcy in Chula Vista?
California has generous homestead exemptions that protect equity in your primary residence. For Chapter 7, you can keep your home if your equity falls within the exemption limits. For Chapter 13, you can keep your home by making plan payments.
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