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Michael Erik Clark
also known as M. Erik Clark
About Michael
Biography
M. Erik Clark is the Managing Partner of Borowitz & Clark, LLP, a leading consumer bankruptcy law firm virtually serving all of Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Mr. Clark is Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification and a member of the State Bar in California, New York, and Connecticut.
Mr. Clark spent nine years as an Adjunct Professor at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and has recently served as the President of the National Consumer Bankruptcy Litigation Center (NCBLC) and the American Consumer Bankruptcy College (ACBC). He is a Charter Member of the Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association (CDCBAA). In addition, he is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA), the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA), the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) and a 2013 recipient of NACBA's Distinguished Service Award.
Mr. Clark has been a panelist at the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges, the Annual Convention of the National Association of Chapter Thirteen Trustees as well as the Annual NACBA Convention and other seminars throughout the country. During his career, he has represented tens of thousands of clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. He received his J.D. in 1994 from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
65%
30 years | 18,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
35%
30 years | 12,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 31 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Borowitz & Clark
100 North Barranca Street, Suite 250, West Covina, CA, 91791
Borowitz & Clark
100 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 636, Glendale, CA, 91203
Borowitz & Clark
3868 Carson Street, Suite 301, Torrance, CA, 90503
Borowitz & Clark
3535 Inland Empire Blvd., Suite 45, Ontario, CA, 91764
Borowitz & Clark
1607-B Palmdale Blvd., Palmdale, CA, 93550
Borowitz & Clark
12631 Imperial Highway, Suite A-104, Santa Fe Springs, CA, 90670
Borowitz & Clark
555 West Fifth Street 31st Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90013
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Posted by Linda | July 04, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Facing Bankrupacy made easier
A hard view of my circumstances forced me to realize that I needed to declare bankrupacy. I was afraid and nervous. I looked for an attorney in my area and read about Erik Clark; I went for an initial consultation. I was impressed, gained confidence, received direction and decided to go forward us...
Michael Erik Clark's Lawyer Endorsements
"The best of the best BK Lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Erik is an outstanding bankruptcy lawyer, with a keen intellect and very well versed in Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 cases. I know Erik through a national association of bankruptcy attorneys called the American Consumer Bankruptcy College, made up of law firms who are at the top of their game in their state. Choosing Erik and his firm to represent you in a bankruptcy proceeding is a very good decision."
"A zealous advocate in Bankruptcy court and on Capital Hill. I endorse this lawyer."
"Erik Clark is an experienced advocate for consumer bankruptcy rights and contribute extensively to our Industry at the national level."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Erik affords his Los Angeles area clients the highest level of competence and service. He has built a reputation in the industry that makes the shoulders of his firm broad and strong enough to bear the significant burdens of debtors through to the end. I endorse Erik Clark."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Attorney, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Attorney, Super Lawyers
2013
Distinguished Service Award, NACBA (www.nacba.org)
2012
Top Attorney, Super Lawyers
2011
Top Attorney, Super Lawyers
2010
Top Attorney, Super Lawyers
2007
Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Expert, American Board of Certification
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Managing Partner, Borowitz & Clark
2010 - 2019
Adjunct Professor, Loyola Law School Los Angeles
2006 - 2008
President, American Consumer Bankruptcy College
Associations
2005 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2005 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2005 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2004 - Present
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys AssociationCharter Member
2003 - Present
American Consumer Bankruptcy CollegeMember and Past President
1998 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
National Consumer Bankruptcy Litigation CenterPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re Herrera, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
The decision was in favor of the debtor
Education
2006
Max Gardner Bankruptcy Bootcamp
1994
Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
State University of New York, College at Purchase
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Bankruptcy Basics
An introduction to chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy law
2012
Bankruptcy Basics
An introduction to chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy law
2011
Bankruptcy Basics
Chapter 7 Nuts and Bolts
2011
8th Annual Bankruptcy Ethics Symposium
Little Things that Matter to Your License
2009
6th Annual Bankruptcy Ethics Symposium
Pre Bankruptcy Planning
2008
NCBJ Annual Convention
Mortgage Servicing Issues in Chapter 13
2008
NACTT Annual Convention
Mortgage Servicing Issues in Chapter 13
2008
NACBA Annual Convention
Bankruptcy and Credit Reporting Issues
2008
Central California Bankruptcy Institute Annual Conference
Chapter 13 Practice Points
2007
NACTT Annual Convention
Mortgage Servicing Issues in Chapter 13
2006
NCBJ Annual Convention
Hot Topics in Chapter 13
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers