I have been handling Chapter 7, Chapter 13 bankruptcy and foreclosure cases since 1979.
Leon Bayer is GREAT! He's an expert in bankruptcy, is smart & trustworthy. He returns calls/emails quickly.
- L.S., a Chapter 13 client
The World Class Bankruptcy Attorneys IN L.A.
- mike/kathy, a Chapter 7 client
Overview
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Fees
Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (30 minutes)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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About Me
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I am a Los Angeles Bankruptcy lawyer with31 years of experience. The Los Angeles Bankruptcy Attorneys in my firm are ready to help you. Please feel free to... more
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Client Reviews
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Posted by:
L.S.,
2010-05-30
over 1 year ago.
Client Review:
Of course I felt terrible facing a bankruptcy. Leon Bayer changed that. He gave me hope and was warm and kind. He also did a Whopping great job of...
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Posted by:
mike/kathy,
2010-03-26
almost 2 years ago.
Client Review:
Thank You Leon!
These Guys are World Class Bankruptcy Attorneys Bayer Wish and Leotta in Los Angeles.
They had me come in and fill out some...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Ronald Ostrin
, Los Angeles (CA), 10 months ago
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Bayer has a very impressive legal resume. I am certain that this experience translates into excellent...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Timothy Combs
, Riverside (CA), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé
License
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32 years since Leon D Bayer was first licensed to practice law.
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Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| California |
Active
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1979 |
11/03/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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Partner at
Bayer Wishman & Leotta
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1989–present
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Partner at
Shareholder at Slate and Leoni, A Professional Corporation,
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1980–1989
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Volunteer Attorney at
Los Angeles Free Clinic
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1988–1988
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Adjunct Professor of Law, Bankruptcy at
Peoples College of Law
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1984–1984
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Law Clerk at
Los Angeles Municipal Court
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1977–1977
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Education
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Graduated |
| San Fernando Valley College of Law |
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| California St Univ Northridge |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
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| Certificate of Appreciation |
State Bar of CA Board of Specialization |
2007 |
| Superlawyer |
Southern California Superlawyer Los Angeles Magazine |
2006 |
| Superlawyer |
Southern California Superlawyer Los Angeles Magazine |
2004 |
| certificate of Appreciation |
State Bar of Calif. Board of Legal Specialization |
2000 |
| Certificate of Appreciation |
Los Angeles Free Clinic |
1989 |
| Certificate of Appreciation |
California Marshal's Association |
1983 |
| Certificate of Appreciation |
Board of Governors, State Bar of California |
1983 |
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Martindale-Hubbell |
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| Certified Bankruptcy Specialist |
Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California |
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Associations
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Law Advisory Commission, Personal and Small Business Bankruptcy Law of the State Bar of California. |
1996-2000
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| Member, Board of Directors |
California Bankruptcy Forum |
1995-1997
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| President |
Los angeles Bankruptcy Forum |
1995-1996
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| Arbitrator |
National Panel of Consumer Arbitrators |
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 9
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Cases
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Publications
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Publication |
Date |
| Various topics of bankruptcy advice |
Bankruptcyblogger.org |
2011 |
| Bankruptcy Practice- (Contibutor) |
California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) |
2005 |
| Contibuting Editor |
Matthew Bender publication |
1992 |
| Essentials of Chapter 13 |
Daily Journal |
1987 |
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
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| Bankruptcy Wisdom |
Law Seminar |
2007 |
| bankruptcy |
Lorman |
2006 |
| bankruptcy |
Lorman |
2005 |
| bankruptcy |
Annual Meeting |
1985 |
| Recent Developments |
Annual Meeting |
1984 |
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