Orange County Business Bankruptcy Attorneys
Last updated on June 18, 2025
When business expenses outpace income and creditors start circling, tough decisions follow. Vendors stop extending terms. Lenders call in lines of credit. You delay payroll and weigh which bills can wait. The weight of business debt doesn’t just threaten operations; it puts personal assets and long-built reputations on the line.
That’s when you need an experienced attorney who understands what’s at stake and how the bankruptcy process actually works. At Burkhalter Kessler Clement & George LLP, our business bankruptcy lawyers work with owners, partners and stakeholders to protect what matters most – and map out the most strategic path forward.
How Our Bankruptcy Attorneys Can Help
Our in-house bankruptcy counsel allows us to act fast when creditors file lawsuits, customers enter bankruptcy or debt becomes unmanageable. We provide clear advice across several areas:
- Creditors’ rights: Enforcing claims in court, protecting secured interests and pursuing collection when businesses are owed
- Debtor’s remedies: Evaluating all legal options when facing creditor pressure or operational collapse
- Secured transactions: Clarifying what assets are protected and how to manage collateral-related issues
- Enforcement of judgments: Navigating the rules around business collections and resisting aggressive tactics
- Nondischargeability litigation: Litigating claims that cannot be discharged due to fraud or misrepresentation
We help corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and sole proprietors manage the legal and financial risk tied to business bankruptcies.
Types Of Business Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy can serve as a structured exit or a survival tool. But not all chapters fit every business. What works for one business could put another at greater risk:
- Chapter 7 bankruptcy: Used when the business is closing. A trustee sells off business assets to pay debts. This option may protect personal assets in certain cases, especially for corporations or LLCs.
- Chapter 11 bankruptcy: Offers a path for businesses to remain open while restructuring debt. This chapter involves a court-approved reorganization plan, typically used by larger companies or those with a solid chance at recovery.
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy: Available only to sole proprietors. It merges business and personal debt into a repayment plan over time, often used when the owner’s personal liability is tied closely to the business.
Choosing the right bankruptcy option depends on your structure, goals, and how much protection you need for business and personal property.
Choosing The Right Business Bankruptcy Lawyer
Business bankruptcy isn’t just about filing paperwork. It’s about controlling the narrative and avoiding unnecessary exposure. The right lawyer should offer:
- Deep experience with creditors, trustees and bankruptcy courts
- Clear strategy based on your business model, debt type and future goals
- Litigation strength in case of disputes, adversary actions or contested claims
- Asset-focused advice that protects what you’ve built and earned
- Hands-on support that keeps your team informed and involved throughout the process
Burkhalter Kessler Clement & George LLP delivers practical guidance backed by decades of legal and courtroom experience.
Our Experienced Attorneys Will Handle Anything That Comes Your Way
Our experienced attorneys can take on any type of bankruptcy litigation, from collections to foreclosure defense. Because we are a full-service firm of talented litigators, we can identify and troubleshoot any potential overlaps between bankruptcy and other areas of the law.
To learn more about our services or to arrange a consultation about bankruptcy litigation in California, call 949-227-2201 or reach out to our Irvine offices online.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.