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Bankruptcy, Real Estate, & Business Litigation Across Orange County & Southern California.
McFarlin LLP provides premier, affordable legal services to a diverse clientele, including small- to mid-sized businesses and property owners throughout California. Our attorneys are all highly qualified and respected, with extensive knowledge and experience in matters of bankruptcy law, business litigation and real estate litigation.
McFarlin LLP is widely regarded as the preeminent foreclosure defense and mortgage litigation firm in California, securing results for our clients beyond even their most optimistic expectations in many cases. Our renowned bankruptcy and foreclosure defense practice includes bankruptcy litigation and serves individuals, corporations and property owners.
Timothy G. McFarlin is the Managing Partner at McFarlin LLP with expertise in a variety of practice areas including real estate law, debt reorganization, bankruptcy, business litigation, and consumer law and mortgage litigation. Clients range from individual consumers to large national corporations.
Mr. McFarlin has previously worked for the Honorable Christopher M. Klein, Chief US Bankruptcy Court Judge, Eastern District of California as a judicial extern. Additionally, Mr. McFarlin also worked for Charles W. Daff, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee in the Central District of California, in areas of law related to Business Law, Consumer Bankruptcy, Commercial Bankruptcy, and Foreclosures. Mr. McFarlin maintains a strong working relationship with Chapter 7 Trustees as well as the US Trustee.
Mr. McFarlin is admitted to practice law before all Superior and Federal Courts in the State of California including the Southern District of California, Central District of California, Northern District of California, and Eastern District of California. Mr. McFarlin has filed cases in, and practiced before, all Federal Courts in California.
Mr. McFarlin has been a speaker at Orange County Bar Association Events, Real Estate Division, related to foreclosures, mortgage litigation and short sales, and is a member of the Orange County Bar Association as well as the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Mr. McFarlin has also been cited and quoted by National Publications (including USA Today), and a variety of local publications such as the Orange County Register on topics related to bankruptcy and foreclosure.
Mr. McFarlin graduated from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) with a B.A. degree in Economics, and an emphasis in Accounting. Mr. McFarlin received his J.D. from the University of California at Davis (King Hall). Mr. McFarlin focused specifically on reorganization and bankruptcy, litigation, and business law.
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Acquired: 2002
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
4 Park Plaza, Suite 1025, Irvine, CA, 92614
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Posted by anonymous | September 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Tim and his team are outstanding, professional, and caring. My case was not an easy case because there were so many facets involved that kept complicating my position and the Trustee kept continuing my case wanting more and more information. Tim and his team never gave in or gave up. End result my...
Posted by Elijah | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Mcfarlin helped me win my case and I am very thankful for him. He and his team were lifesavers and did such a great job.
Posted by Chris | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I hired McFarlin LLP to represent my mother in law as a plantiff in a lawsuit against a business. It was a very unique situation and McFarlin handled the case professionally. He was able to resolve the lawsuit and get us results that were better than I expected. I would hire McFarlin again, but hope ...
Posted by Jackie | May 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I am writing this review, because it was Tim's reviews that brought me to call his office and make an appointment. When I went to see Tim I was beyond terrified. I was 3 years behind in my mortgage and just received notice that my house would be sold in a couple of weeks. I called Tim McFarlins' off...
Posted by Ted | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I cannot begin to express my deep appreciation and satisfaction for the assistance I received from McFarlin. I reached out to them last year for help with my first mortgage. BofA had increased my interest rate by double, which in turn increased my mortgage to an unaffordable amount. BofA later agree...
"George is an excellent bankpuptcy lawyer. I referred him several bankruptcy cases to him, and my clients were extremely satisfied. He is very passionate abou his work. I highly recommend George."
"Mr. McFarlin is a skilled and dedicated lawyer who fights hard to get his clients the best results. He is an asset to the profession and clearly well-liked by his clients."
"Extremely knowledgeable attorney. Aggressive representation with results. I highly recommend Attorney Timothy McFarlin for your legal matters."
"Timothy McFarlin demonstrates extensive knowledge and experience in bankruptcy and real estate matters. His responses on Avvo are remarkably thoughtful, articulate and accurate. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Timothy is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Attorney McFarlin is a leader in Foreclosure defense as well as bankruptcy and debt matters. He is helping clients during a real crisis. He has earned the respect of other attorneys as well as the community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is a consummate professional. When I send clients to him I do so with absolute confidence in his professional abilities."
"I endorse Timothy McFarlin and would happily refer my clients to him if they have a bankruptcy matter in Orange County."
"Timothy is an aggressive attorney that seeks affirmative means to protect and defense your rights in the Bankruptcy process. Trust your case to Timothy McFarlin"
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Disbarment issued in CA, 2024
updated on 11/11/2025Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Disbarment issued in CA, 2024
updated on 12/02/2024Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Recognition, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Ask The Attorney Top Bankruptcy Attorney, Orange County Register
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Top 5 Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, OC Metro Magazine
2010
Top 100 California Lawyers Searched Online, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer Nominee, Super Lawyers
2008
MacArthur Award, Susan Scott Foundation
2007
Service Award, Who's Who Legal
2006
Attorney of the Year, McFarlin & Geurts, LLP
2005
Admitted, United States District Court, Northern District of California
2004
Leadership Award, Business Journal
2004
Service Award, Legal Aid Association of California
2004
Admitted, United States District Court, Southern District of California
2003
Admitted, United States District Court, Eastern District of California
2002
Knowledge Award, Smith & Politiski PLC
2002
Pro Bono Award, UC Davis Prison Law Clinic
2002
Admitted, United States District Court, Central District of California
2002 - Present
Managing Partner, McFarlin LLP
2003 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
National Association of Consumer AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2000 - Present
UCLA Alumni AssociationMember
Bankruptcy Filing to stop creditors
Trustee unable to extend deadline; favorable to debtor (my client)
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Bankruptcy Law
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
What Realtors Need to Know about Bankruptcy
2007
Foreclosures, Loan Modifications, Short Sales
2007
Foreclosure and Litigation
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What do I need to do to stop illegal foreclosure on my home.
23 Nov 2016
Can the 2nd mortgage foreclose? What are my options?
06 May 2016
Are gold coins and silver coins. Considered "Jewelry" in chapter 7 bankruptcy?
24 Apr 2016
How to Get Your Questions Answered on AVVO
22 Feb 2010
How to Stop a Foreclosure with Bankruptcy in California
29 Jan 2010
What happens after you file a chapter 7 Bankruptcy
26 Jan 2010