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Find Bankruptcy Lawyers Near You in San Francisco, CA
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16 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
San Francisco, CA
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Showing 16 bankruptcy lawyers in San Francisco, CA
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Third Floor, 221 Sansome St, San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 362-0449 macfern.com
Bankruptcy Law Center of Thomas R. Burns
1390 Market St #200, San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 543-9900 tburnslaw.com
James Michel Law Office
2912 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 94131
(415) 239-4949 jamesmichel.com
Leon Jon Bonney Attorney At Law
825 Van Ness Ave #304, San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 986-0115 lbonney.com
Hollingsworth Law Offices
605 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 618-0782
West Coast Bankruptcy Attorneys - San Francisco
201 Spear St # 1100, San Francisco, CA 94105
(877) 963-9543
Bankruptcy Law Center San Francisco
550 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 989-1005
Meyers Law Group, P.C.
44 Montgomery St # 1010, San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 362-7500 meyerslawgroup.com
Keller Benvenutti Kim LLP
101 Montgomery St STE 1950, San Francisco, CA 94104
(415) 496-6723 kbkllp.com
San Francisco Bankruptcy Attorney Patrick J McNamara
769 Monterey Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 239-7269 mcn4bklaw.com
If you are facing overwhelming debt in San Francisco a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options under California law. The Northern District of California Bankruptcy Court handles cases for San Francisco residents. An attorney can guide you through the means test and exemptions specific to California.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in San Francisco Cost?
In San Francisco a Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer typically charges between $1,200 and $3,500 in fees. Chapter 13 fees are higher often ranging from $3,000 to $6,000 because of the longer case duration. Court filing fees add about $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney experience. 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 types of bankruptcy are available in San Francisco?
Individuals in San Francisco typically file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 liquidates non-exempt assets to pay debts while Chapter 13 creates a repayment plan over three to five years. California law allows you to choose between state and federal exemption systems.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in San Francisco?
A Chapter 7 case usually takes three to six months from filing to discharge. Chapter 13 cases last three to five years depending on your repayment plan. The San Francisco bankruptcy court requires credit counseling before filing and a debtor education course after.
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