New Office Locations and Remote Hearing Instructions
MacLean Chung Law Firm provides instructions on how to make a remote "Meeting of Creditors". The section 341(a) hearings have been conducted remotely since the beginning of the pandemic. Now that the pandemic has ended, it has been universally agreed that remote appearances are preferred by all parties. As such it is likely to remain for the foreseeable future. MacLean Chung Law Firm has made some exciting strides to provide service to a greater range of clients. Last month, new offices were opened in Torrance and San Diego. If you are looking for a Torrance bankruptcy lawyer or a San Diego
San Diego Bankruptcy Filing
MacLean Chung Law Firm is proud to announce that we are now offering our bankruptcy service to San Diego and Imperial Counties. MacLean Chung Law Firm's connections to San Diego County go back decades. Partner David Chung, Esq. attending undergraduate school at University of California San Diego and received his Juris Doctorate at California Western School of Law. Filing bankruptcy in San Diego can be a costly and confusing experience. Luckily if Chapter 7 bankruptcy fees in San Diego are fixed at just $975 for attorney fees. Chapter 13 bankruptcy fees can be as low zero* upfront. Call us today to
Bankruptcy Law Firms in Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita Valley encompasses an area that includes Valencia, Saugus, Canyon Country, Newhall, Castaic, and Stevenson Ranch. Santa Clarita has a population that is estimated to be around 220,000 residents. It is an area in Los Angeles County that continues to experience stead population growth. Traditionally Santa Clarita was home to many farms and ranches
Filing Bankruptcy in Koreatown Los Angeles
Koreatown in Los Angeles is one of the most densely populated areas in California. Koreatown is famous for its restaurants and vibrant night life. As the name suggest, there are many Korean people who live in Koreatown, however Koreatown is one of the most diverse populations in Los Angeles County. Although there are many Korean attorneys in Koreatown, there are not too many bankruptcy attorneys in Koreatown. MacLean Chung Law Firm has been representing clients from Koreatown in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy for over 12 years. We have one of the best success rates for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in
Bankruptcy Cases Still On The Decline
At the beginning of the in 2020 pandemic many experts predicted a wave of bankruptcy filings that would set new records. Early on the number of bankruptcy cases dropped significantly. This was explained by the lockdowns and other measures that made it difficult to meet with a bankruptcy attorney. However, as time has passed the number of people filing bankruptcy have not rebounded. The number of bankruptcy cases still has not come back to pre-pandemic numbers. In fact, bankruptcy filings are only a fraction of what they used to be. Keeping with this trend the number of bankruptcy filings in September 2021
AB 3088 – Protections for Renters During Covid-19
The State of California passed AB 3088 on August 31, 2020. The law gives certain protections to renters that have experienced difficulty with rent as a result of Covid-19. California has published a webpage that has all of the pertinent information related to AB-3088. However, in summary the law provides that if certain conditions are met by renters, their failure to pay rent cannot be a basis to evict them. The law has strict requirements, so please make sure to follow them strictly or else you may not be covered under its protections. Once the conditions are met by the
File Bankruptcy is EASY During Covid-19
A common question we receive now is whether or not to file bankruptcy during the Corona Virus outbreak. Filing Bankruptcy during the outbreak is one of the best decisions you can make because the Corona Virus has made the bankruptcy process the easiest it has ever been in the history of bankruptcy in this country. The single biggest hurdle in any bankruptcy case, is the requirement to physically attend a meeting of creditors. This usually entails a long drive through traffic, paying for parking, and the stress and anxiety of having to go to an unfamiliar place
Filing Bankruptcy in Santa Clarita
Our law firm has been representing clients in Santa Clarita for over 10 years. Not only is our success rate over 99% on 1000+ cases filed
The False Promise of Debt Consolidation
Over the past 5 years, debt consolidation companies have exploded in popularity as an alternative to bankruptcy. But what the companies don't tell you is that the vast majority of these plan's fail. Even the cases where the plans are completed cannot honestly be considered a success. Ruined credit for years, lawsuits, judgments, and higher and higher payments are usually the result of debt consolidation. Our law firm recently made a post about the pitfalls and false promises of debt consolidation. The post has important information every person should know when they are considering
Filing Fee Increased
The filing fees for bankruptcy cases have recently been increased. The new filing fee for a chapter 7 is now $335.00. The new filing fee for a chapter 13 bankruptcy case is now $310.00. If it is difficult for you to afford the filing fees, you may qualify for a fee waiver with the court. If you live in North Hollywood, contact a North Hollywood bankruptcy attorney.