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Harlene Miller
also known as Harlene Miller Law, APLC
About Harlene
Biography
I am a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, practicing since 1990 solely in bankruptcy law, representing creditors and debtors in Chapter 7, 13 and 11 cases and litigation. Also provide assistance to clients in budgeting and financial workouts in lieu of bankruptcy. My focus is to provide professional and caring assistance to my clients.
Outside of work, I act in community theater productions in Orange County, California.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Bankruptcy and Debt
100%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
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Location
Harlene Miller Law, APLC
9110 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA, 92618
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Posted by Caroline | April 19, 2021 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Thank you, Harlene Miller
Ms. Miller took time to call me and provide procedural information that was very valuable. I am an attorney but I don't specialize in bankruptcy. She gave me information at no cost as part of a consultation and gave me a useful budget tool so I can start making better financial choices. I'm very appr...
Posted by Richard | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Harlene Miller's Review
Harlene was very professional, patient, informative, and a pleasure to work with. She explained the process completely and was very helpful throughout the entire process. In fact, she went out of her way to help us which we will always be indebted to her for that.
Posted by Rosal | May 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Atty. Harlene is the Best Lawyer
Atty Harlene Miller was introduced to us, Nilo Jaren and Rosal Lapasaran, by our EA Tax Preparer because she knew our problems with our past finances and credit cards and loans. So we hired the services and expertise of Atty. Harlene Miller to file and finish our court appearance for bankruptcy. A...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2020 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Great Attorney
Harlene consulted me on a sensitive matter. I was very frustrated and concerned and she listened to me intently. She took everything I said into consideration and then provided me with options for the best route for me. She is very knowledgeable about the process and explained it very well to satisfy...
Posted by Jeff | February 10, 2020
Excellent!
Harlene is a flexible listener, able to converse/communicate efficiently, discern and frame a person's legal question(s). I would consider her generous with information and advice in the phone consults. Promptness and accuracy in follow up/follow through is also excellent. Thank you Harlene!
Harlene Miller's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Harlene Miller as a knowledgeable and experienced bankruptcy specialist."
"The answers of Ms. Miller are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"Ms. Miller is a frequent contributor on the Avvo website. Her responses are accurate, concise and best of all, practical and useful. I endorse this lawyer."
"Harlene Miller is the attorney I have consulted with and relied upon for BK issues that come up in my practice for nearly 15 years. She is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and a genuinely nice person. I highly recommend her to creditors and debtors alike for any BK related matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Miller is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Miller provides a much needed service on Avvo. She donates her time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Harlene is a brilliant and compassionate attorney. I have worked with many of Harlene's clients and not one has had a bad word to say about her work or her as a person. I highly recommend Harlene."
Peter Lianides
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Harlene Miller Law, APLC
1990 - 2014
Attorney, Shareholder, Pagter and Miller, Professional Law Corp.
Associations
Orange County Bankruptcy Form
American Bankruptcy Institute
Orange County Bar Association
Education
1989
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Western State University
BS - Bachelor of Science in Laws
Speaking Engagements
2014
OC Paralegal Association Seminar
Section 522(f) Lien Avoidance Procedures
2014
First American Title Seminar for Real Estate Professionals
Discharge, Automatic Stay and Avoiding Liens
2008
Western State University Alumni Association Seminar
Bankruptcy - Alive and Well under BAPCPA
2004
OC Bankruptcy Forum Workshop
Tug of War Between Divorce and Bankruptcy
2004
National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees, 39th Annual Seminar
When and How to Attack Chapter 13 Plan Confirmation
1999
Orange County Bankruptcy Forum
Chapter 13 Recent Developments
1997
Alumni Association, Western State University Seminar
Issues in Bankruptcy Law
1996
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association Seminar
Bankruptcy Impact on Personal Injury Litigation
Publications
1988
Law Review
Managing Editor
1988
Law Review
Special Projects Editor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get a credit card even though my chapter 7 has not been discharged?
19 Apr 2023
Q&A
Can I sell my house even if I have a lien before acquiring the property?
08 Mar 2022
Q&A
Bankruptcy Chapter 7 advice?
17 Feb 2022