Estate Planning & Bankruptcy Attorney in The Bay Area
The LaVelle Law Offices are founded on the premise that everyone should be able to afford a professional, knowledgeable and highly competent lawyer.
There are many LaVelle Law Office locations across the Bay Area, serving clients in their Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, and Small Business legal needs.
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At Lavelle Law Offices, we provide clear, compassionate guidance to help individuals, families, and business owners protect what matters most. Whether you’re facing overwhelming debt and need a fresh start, planning your estate to secure your family’s future, or navigating the legal challenges of running a small business, our team is here to help. With decades of experience in Bankruptcy Law, Estate Planning & Wealth Management, and Small Business Law, we offer personalized strategies, attentive service, and practical solutions built around your goals.
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Stay informed with practical advice, legal updates, and insights from the attorneys at Lavelle Law Offices. Our blog covers topics in bankruptcy, estate planning, and small business law — helping you make confident decisions and plan ahead with clarity.
Wills vs. Trusts in Oakland, CA
The Difference Families Should Know Between a Will and a Trust For many Oakland families, creating an estate plan begins with one basic question: Do I need a will, a trust, or both? The answer depends on your family, the property you own, how you want your assets handled, and what you want to happen if you become unable to manage your own affairs. A will and a living trust are both important estate planning tools, but they serve different purposes. In many cases, a comprehensive California estate plan uses them together. At LaVelle Law Offices, our Oakland estate planning attorneys help individuals, couples, families, homeowners, and business owners throughout Oakland and the East Bay understand their options and create ...
Can I Keep My Car in Bankruptcy?
One of the most significant decisions you’ll make during bankruptcy is keeping your car or surrendering it to the creditor. If you have negative equity in your car (meaning you owe more than it’s worth), ...
How to Get a Lawsuit Dismissed by Filing Bankruptcy?
If you’ve been served with a collection lawsuit, try not to panic. It is essential to understand that this does not mean that the creditor has won the case. The lawsuit is just the first ...
What Happens at the Meeting of Creditors
At the meeting of creditors, the debtor (that’s you) must make a personal appearance. Before the pandemic, these appearances were at the courthouse, but for the last two years, these “appearances” have been over the ...
