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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.

Does An “Automatic Stay” Provide Complete Protection For A Debtor?

2020-02-03T13:44:41+00:00July 30th, 2015|

Like other debtors across the country, hard-challenged individuals and families residing in Orange County and elsewhere in Southern California who seek the lawful protections afforded by bankruptcy often invoke those safeguards because they are besieged by multiple creditors. It is [...]

Despite High Assets, 50 Cent Files For Chapter 11

2020-02-03T14:05:34+00:00July 13th, 2015|

Being in control of high assets does not necessarily preclude the need for bankruptcy protection. If the sum of your debts matches the sum of your assets, then you may need to look into whether you qualify for Chapter 7, [...]

What Are My Alternatives To Bankruptcy?

2020-02-03T13:36:59+00:00July 2nd, 2015|

You may already know that, once you file for bankruptcy — whether it’s Chapter 7, Chapter 13 or Chapter 11 — an automatic stay is placed on creditor actions while you address your debt problems. That kind of protection is [...]

Let’s Take A Look At Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

2022-01-27T15:26:23+00:00June 19th, 2015|

In a recent post, we talked about Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and some of the things you need to know about this very helpful form of bankruptcy. However, there are some people who do not qualify for Chapter 7 based on their income, [...]

Living Somewhere Affordable

2020-02-03T13:32:59+00:00June 5th, 2015|

If your financial situation is either frustrating or frightening, you may be wondering what you can do to improve that situation. We frequently write about the benefits of bankruptcy and other debt relief solutions which the law allows for. Speaking [...]

7 Benefits Of Filing For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

2020-02-03T14:09:09+00:00May 29th, 2015|

The idea of filing for bankruptcy often garners a lot of apprehension and fear. Among the questions that may go through your head are: Am I failure? Will I lose everything? What will my future look like? While these concerns [...]

Major Lenders Address Zombie Debts

2020-02-03T14:56:04+00:00May 8th, 2015|

We frequently write about how filing for bankruptcy can allow Americans to regain their financial footings. Unfortunately, some bankruptcy filers remain burdened by something commonly referred to as zombie debt. If you were to file for bankruptcy, the debts that [...]

Considering The Concept Of Strategic Debt

2020-02-03T13:55:08+00:00April 27th, 2015|

Two diametrically opposed schools of thought exist in regards to debt. One school of thought believes that debt can be beneficial when used strategically. The other insists that debt is dangerous and should be avoided. Certainly, many other financial approaches [...]

If You Have Investment Properties, Which Chapter Should You File?

2023-08-29T10:52:30+00:00April 21st, 2015|

At the Law Office of Christopher P. Walker, P.C., we work with many clients in the Anaheim area who have investment properties. Investment properties can bring in a substantial amount of supplemental income, so naturally many people who are considering bankruptcy [...]

Can Businesses Sell Customer Data To Pay Off Creditors?

2021-05-04T21:15:18+00:00March 30th, 2015|

When businesses file for bankruptcy, they may often be compelled to sell certain assets in order to pay off existing creditors. This kind of financial reorganization can help businesses to remain competitive and it can aid others in protecting their [...]

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