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.
Estate Planning Attorney: Wills & Living Trusts
Protect your family and your legacy with an estate plan built for California law. We prepare wills, revocable living trusts, powers of attorney and healthcare directives, and help families avoid probate. With offices in Pleasanton, Oakland, San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, Stockton and San Diego, we serve clients throughout the Bay Area, Northern California and San Diego. Schedule your free consultation to get started.
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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.
Oakland Estate Planning for Parents: A Guardian Nomination Is Only One Step
Oakland parents can coordinate guardian nominations, a child's inheritance and financial or healthcare authority in one estate plan.
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 ...
The Guilt of Filing Bankruptcy: Famous Bankruptcy Filers
Almost Everyone knows someone who has filed for Bankruptcy! Almost everyone that I speak to about filing bankruptcy feels they have done something wrong, and they feel guilty that they have to file for bankruptcy. ...
