About chr_dev

I am attorney Christopher P. Walker, and I have been practicing law since 1994. As a native of Southern California, I understand the concerns and challenges of people in the area. For some, bankruptcy is the right solution to overwhelming debt. For others, a secure estate plan is the answer to safeguarding their financial future.

Signs That Your Finances Are Spiraling Out Of Control

2022-11-08T19:04:43+00:00October 9th, 2014|

Speaking with an attorney about your financial situation may feel like a big step to take. As a result, you may be unsure of whether or not your financial situation has risen to the level that warrants an attorney’s guidance. [...]

How Do I Successfully Communicate With My Creditors?

2020-02-03T14:28:05+00:00September 29th, 2014|

If you are receiving calls, emails or postal notices from your creditors, you are likely frustrated and feeling overwhelmed. No matter what your unique situation is, dealing with creditors is never fun and is rarely easy. You may not know [...]

Department Of Education Acts On Student Loan Issues

2022-11-08T19:09:35+00:00September 15th, 2014|

We have previously written about the unique challenges that people tend to face when they are overwhelmed by student loan debt. Unlike credit card debt, auto loan debt and even medical debt, student loan debt is not generally dischargeable in bankruptcy. [...]

Struggling With Emotions Associated With Your Bankruptcy?

2022-11-08T19:06:39+00:00September 2nd, 2014|

We frequently write about the various logistical challenges that individuals may face when their debts have become to unwieldy to manage. However, logistical and legal challenges are not the only hurdles that individuals must clear on their way back to [...]

Reasons Why Bankruptcy Attorney Services Are So Critical

2021-03-11T22:08:31+00:00August 18th, 2014|

Some areas of law are relatively straightforward, while others are maddeningly complex. As a result, some legal actions can be safely taken without the aid of an attorney, while others require experienced advice. For example, you would likely not need [...]

Beware Debt Settlement Companies Targeting Student Debt

2022-11-08T19:10:22+00:00August 4th, 2014|

We have previously written about the fact that overwhelming student debt can be particularly tricky to navigate. This kind of debt cannot generally be discharged in bankruptcy save for the most desperate of situations. In addition, while some student debt can be [...]

Fair Debt Collection Practices: The Basics

2020-02-03T14:30:22+00:00July 24th, 2014|

If you are in debt and have missed one or more payments, you may have begun to receive calls, letters and/or emails from your creditors. If you are several payments behind, you may be receiving communications from debt collectors and [...]

Does It Feel Like Your Finances Are Freefalling?

2022-01-27T15:23:50+00:00July 6th, 2014|

Sometimes it can be truly difficult to determine whether or not you are in real financial trouble. Especially if you are young, you have recently assumed new major expenditures or if you are in the middle of a major life [...]

GM Case Illustrates Limits Of Business Bankruptcy Protections

2020-02-03T13:57:07+00:00June 23rd, 2014|

Earlier this month, dozens of claims tied to the recent General Motors defective ignition switch recall scandal were consolidated and sent before a federal court for matters of pretrial discovery. General Motors hopes that the process will continue to progress [...]

Preparing To Negotiate With Creditors

2022-01-27T15:18:47+00:00June 6th, 2014|

If you are struggling with overwhelming debt, you may be confused about which debt relief options are available to you. If so, speaking with an attorney experienced in matters of debt relief may be a good idea. While it is [...]

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