James Richard Selth

James Richard Selth

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 39 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Litigation

11766 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 450, Los Angeles, CA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 80%

I represent debtors in all chapters of the bankruptcy code as well as select creditors. I specialize in complex consumer cases and bankruptcy litigation such as dischargeability cases.

38 years | 600 cases

80%
Litigation 20%

I represent plaintiffs and defendants in commercial litigation cases, with an emphasis on collection work and enforcement of judgments

38 years | 750 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

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Location

Weintraub & Selth, APC

11766 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 450, Los Angeles, CA, 90025

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James Richard Selth's Reviews

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Posted by Marc | January 08, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

When Bankruptcy is your last resort, you need someone who will be there for you! Jim R. Selth is the One.

When Bankruptcy is your last resort, you need someone who will be there for you! Jim Selth is the One. Here is why: Jim is: • Knowledgeable: He knew exactly what kind of plan we need to pursue to remedy our situation. • Informative: Jim kept us informed throughout the process, and he explained... why and what to expect every step of the way. • Patient: He took his time to explain everything item by item, and when we did not understand something, he was kind enough to explain it again in more detail and in a language we understand not the legal complicated words. • Sensible: Jim was also sensible. He was reasonable and wise. • Sensitive: Jim never made us uncomfortable or judge us. He understood our situation. He treated us with respect. • Listener: Jim took the time to listen to our story, what brought us to the situation we were in. He showed compassion and the willingness to help. • Counselor: Jim took advantage of his experience dealing with people in similar situations we were in and provided us with guidance and very practical advice. • Dependable: Jim proved to be more dependable than many we had considered friends when we were doing well, who suddenly disappeared when things went south. Jim stood there till the end. • Responsive: All of the above being important, having a responsive lawyer though is the icing on the cake. When we needed an answer during the holidays, we got our answer from Jim even though he was on Vacation. That meant the world to me. I am sure it will mean the world to you too. • Action backed words, No B.S.: Finally, there are many people who build castles for you by words; but no action. Jim was all action; not just words. Thanks a million Jim.

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James Richard Selth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Stanley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I am very impressed with James Selth and his credentials. I endorse this attorney."

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Craig Pedersen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jim Selth is extremely conscientious, strategic and deliberate in his approach to lawyering. He carefully considers all angles and takes the best approach. He also has a great personality, is responsive to his clients, and is easy to work with. I highly endorse him."

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John Greifendorff

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a well established attorney in the bankruptcy world of southern california. He's very bright, very informed, and a very good advocate. You can't go wrong if he's your lawyer. Highly recommended."

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Mark Markus

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Weintraub & Selth, APC

1988 - 2002

Partner, McKinley & Capleoto

1986 - 1988

Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney

1979 - 1986

Branch Manager, California Federal Savings

Associations

2006 - Present

Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association

Member

1988 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Education

1985

Western State College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of California Riverside

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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