We have been working with Charles for quite some time on a more complicated (to me) case. He is always responsive and honestly has provided services above and beyond the call. He has helped us with accurate information that has been instrumental in making large decisions more manageable. He has been able to give us clear advise that has helped reduce stress. I recommend him, period.
In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the court appoints a trustee to help you straighten out your finances (sometimes called a financial reorganization). You are required to file a plan to pay off the money owed over a three-to-five-year period under the bankruptcy court's supervision.
In a chapter 7 you are usually relieved of financial obligations and given a fresh financial start. However, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy may also require you to sell some of your assets to pay your debts.
When a company attempts to stay in business and files Chapter 11, the bankruptcy court supervises the company's reorganization of debts and contracts for repayment. This means the company can negotiate for later due dates, or pay the debts for less, with the creditors' and court's agreement.
Homeowners threatened with losing their home through a bank foreclosure may benefit from the services of a bankruptcy attorney.
45 years
Charles Daff is a State Bar Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy, assisting consumers and business owners with Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcies for more than 45 years. Charles also serves as a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee in the Riverside Division , since his appointment by the U.S. Department of Justice in 1987.
Designated a "Super Lawyer", an award granted to the top 5% of attorneys in Southern California, Charles is a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the American Bankruptcy Institute, the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, the Orange County Bankruptcy Forum, and the National Associaton of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He also serves on the Bankruptcy Advisory Commission for the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and serves on the Bankruptcy Mediation Program Panel.
He speaks on bankruptcy issues for a variety of groups and organizations, including the National Business Institute, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Orange County Bar Association, Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum and Orange County Bankruptcy Forum.
We have been working with Charles for quite some time on a more complicated (to me) case. He is always responsive and honestly has provided services above and beyond the call. He has helped us with accurate information that has been instrumental in making large decisions more manageable. He has been able to give us clear advise that has helped reduce stress. I recommend him, period.
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Unknown Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in legal community. Responses are clear and complete. Fabulous credentials. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of BK law."
Litigation Attorney | Dec 10
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I fully endorse Chuck! Chuck is an extremely thoughtful attorney with a vast knowledge of legal issues and strategies. It was a pleasure working alongside him."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"As one of the preeminent bankruptcy attorneys in Orange County with many years of experience and serving in the capacity as a Chapter 7 Trustee for years as well, Charles Daff possesses a vast knowledge of the laws of bankruptcy which is matched by few. Charles is dedicated person who is helping folks with their overwhelming debt problems, and I recommended him to anyone who is seeking a bankruptcy attorney to help them in this regard. In fact, I have recommended several people in the past to Charles, and they have benefited from Charles' wise counsel and prudent advise. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jul 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Charles Daff for almost 30 years now, as we each have practiced in the field of bankruptcy law throughout this time. In every capacity in which I have dealt professionally with Mr. Daff, including as a bankruptcy attorney, as a Bankruptcy Trustee, and as a bankruptcy mediator, he has exhibited the highest degree of integrity and professionalism. I would endorse this attorney."