Ivan Trahan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Posted by elizabeth | December 01, 2014 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

very scandalous manipulating and cunning desperate people.

I was having an issue with the ch 7 trustee which kept insisting my home was worth more than what our appraisal was but my prior atty would not stay on him and demand some sort of proof to where he kept continuing our 341a meetings, Eventually first atty told us the only way to save home was to pay t...he trustee money which made no sense because he never supplied an appraisal. We cashed out a 401k and then wanted him to make an agreement on terms and he would not. Desperate full of fear and frustration I needed to find someone that would or could talk this man down and have him agree he wont ask for more money. Ivan said that he sounded like he wanted this house and that our best bet was a ch. 13 then we would be out of the chapter 7 and into a 5 year repayment plan instead of losing our home. He wanted 4,000 and I was shocked but he reassured me that it was to pay for his assistance on my ch 13 for the 5 year duration. I agreed signed and waited. On Feb 18 the judge granted the chapter 7 bankrupcty dissolving all my debt without ordering our home to be taken away. On Feb 19th or 20 Ivan went into the computer system and reopened the chapter 7 dissolvement and turned it into ch 13 with 5 year proposes payments. On March 5 I received the letter from courts stating that I received ch 7 bk and now all my debts are wiped. I went to see Ivan and he said he hadnt seen it and that the courts make these types of mistakes all the time. I would most likely get something else stating they made error and to come to court on a set date. This is not true. Needless to say he refused giving me any of my 4,000.00 that he stole from us to draw up a repayment plan, and fill out 3 other sections of the already existing bankruptcy order. another note he didnt even have to make a repayment plan yet all he needed to do was file the change in venue. Yes the money was to cover 5 years of his representation while we went through this. I can not believe how ruthless people are. Watch these two like a hawk, horrible

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2013 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Life is back to Normal!

Mr. Trahan and his wife Nancy have put our lives back to normal after filing for our Chapter 7 bankruptcy. We were able to get a fresh start Thanks to there expertise. We were referred to them from a friend, that talked very highly from there bankruptcy experience. With the knowledge Ivan and Na...ncy provided, it made us feel very comfortable. They went way out of there way to assure us that ( what we thought) was the impossible could be done. Our lives have changed for the better because of them. Nancy even went out of her way to bring us dinner after my husband got out of the hospital from surgery!! They are the best! We would highly recommend them.

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2013 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Ivan was the only attorney who could get me to pass the means test

I felt comfortable with Ivan and his wife, Nancy, the minute i met them. Their experience and knowledge in the field of bankruptcy is extensive. I had a kind of a complicated matter and they had ideas I hadn't heard from the other attorneys I had talked to while i was shopping around. With their hel...p, I was able to get a fresh start by filing a Chapter 7. Two other attorneys had told me that I didn't pass the means test and didn't qualify for Chapter 7. They were wrong. If I had taken their advice, I would have had to pay my creditors and I'd have about four and a half years of Chapter 13 payments ahead of me. I recommend this law firm whenever i get a chance because i know they will take good care of anyone I refer.

See Full Review Collapse Review

See All Client Reviews

Ivan Trahan's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Ivan

Patricia Rodriguez

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Other

"I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."

Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ivan. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

David Rausa

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ivan has been a colleague of mine for a very long time. I have personally seen how well he represents his clients and have referred clients to him."

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

Gary Stanley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I am very impressed with Ivan Trahan and his credentials. I endorse this attorney."

Tobias Licker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Thomas Gorrill

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Ivan for almost 30 years. When I started representing clients in bankruptcy cases in 1984, Ivan was already an experienced professional. He cares about his clients and it shows in the way he represents their best interests in court."

Asaph Abrams

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Carl Starrett

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Ivan for several years and he does quality work."

Raymond Schimmel

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ivan is smart and sharp. I have discussed legal issues on a regular basis with Ivan and found his level of expertise as extraordinary. Ivan is a top bankruptcy lawyer and a true client advocate"

David Britton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ivan for over 35 years. He truly cares about his clients and is very knowledgeable in bankruptcy matters. I have referred several clients to him that need to file in the Riverside Bankruptcy Court and have received "thank yous" for doing so."

Jared Hartman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Ivan Trahan! After working closely beside him while sharing office space, I was able to see that he conducts his practice to the highest standard and shows respect and compassion to all of his clients. Mr. Trahan is very knowledgeable in the Bankruptcy Code, and has many years of experience to be put to good use. Many people in financial turmoil might be too frustrated or embarrassed to pursue a bankruptcy, yet Mr. Trahan's compassion and experience will always be there to effectively guide his clients through the process smoothly to get a fresh start. Anyone weighing their options of how to overcome their debts should call him first!"

Roy Carlson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Ivan for many years. He is an outstanding consumer bankruptcy lawyer and I’ve referred scores of Chapter 13 cases to him. Ivan primarily dedicates his career to helping consumers, in connection with unfair debt collection practices and bankruptcy relief. Ivan cares greatly about his clients and does not treat them like just another case in a legal mill. Ivan knows the law extremely well and cares about making sure his clients understand what their rights and obligations are. If you have a problem or question and it involves bankruptcy or debt collectors, Ivan is your answer. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge to his clients and colleagues alike. Ivan represents individuals in Chapters 7 and 13. I recommend him without reservation."

See More Lawyer Endorsements See Less Lawyer Endorsements View All Endorsements

Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer

David Rausa

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer

Lincoln Quintana

Real estate lawyer

John Brady

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Tobias Licker

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Christian Lassen

Car accident lawyer

Ronald Santucci

Real estate lawyer

Matthew Bradford

Business lawyer

Russell Dephillips

Litigation lawyer

Christopher Gautschi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Thomas Gorrill

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Richard Schwabe

Real estate lawyer

John Delisi

Family lawyer

Gary Quackenbush

Tax lawyer

Asaph Abrams

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Thomas Lawler

Estate planning lawyer

Raymond Schimmel

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Carl Starrett

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Roy Carlson

Litigation lawyer