Michael David Franco

Michael David Franco

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 31 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

1800 N. Broadway, Suite 200, Santa Ana, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 50%

Frequent presenter to Attorney associations on chapter 13 practice. Orange County Bankruptcy Forum Board member. Have appeared in, and represented clients, in thousands of cases over the past 15 years. Bankruptcy is a fascinating combination of law and finance and I work hard to effectively represent my clients.

29 years

50%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 50%

Frequent presenter to Attorney associations on chapter 7 practice. Orange County Bankruptcy Forum Board member. Have appeared in, and represented clients, in thousands of cases over the past 15 years. Bankruptcy is a fascinating combination of law and finance and I work hard to effectively represent my clients.

29 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

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Location

Orange County Bankruptcy Attorney - Law Offices of Michael Franco

1800 N. Broadway, Suite 200, Santa Ana, CA, 92706

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Michael David Franco's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | November 18, 2024 | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Best Bankruptcy Attorney Who Cares About The Client

I needed guidance on type of bankruptcy for a client and he was very detailed and helpful. I would recommend him to all my clients.

Posted by C.E. | March 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Great Bankruptcy Attorney

Michael Franco recently handled my Chapter 7 bankruptcy. He was very patient and helpful while he walked me through all of the steps of my case from beginning to end. He answered all of my questions and always responded promptly when I called or emailed. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is ...actively looking for a bankruptcy attorney or just seeking information on the bankruptcy process. He made me feel at ease during a very difficult time in my life. Thank you Mr Franco.

Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Great Job

Michael has been very helpful at all stages of the Chapter 13 process. From day one he up front about what was going to happen. Now after almost 4 years in the process he is responsive and accurate with his follow-up. I highly recommend Michael to anyone in need of Bankruptcy services.

Posted by KIMBERLY | June 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great Experience

Michael was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout my entire Bankruptcy filing and process. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Arthur | May 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Thank God for Michael Franco

There’s an old riddle that asks the question “What do you call a thousand attorneys chained together at the bottom of the ocean?” Answer, when it comes to attorney Michael Franco . . . There is no answer . . . because Michael Franco is such a skilled bankruptcy attorney that you could almost say... that he “Walks on Water.” He will never be at the bottom of the ocean Attorney Franco saved me from financial and, ultimately, personal ruin Thanks to Micheal, I was able to keep my home Michael Franco is a brilliant attorney, and he’s an even better person Attorney Franco is humble, funny, and oh so wise He treats you as more than just a client Michael Franco does not shame you or judge you in any way for your financial predicament He explains his game plan to you in the simplest of terms, and he charges you a fair price for his services Anybody who is considering to file for bankruptcy, should hire attorney Michael Franco You will not be disappointed

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Michael David Franco's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rex Tran

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albert Fiore

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a divorce lawyer in Orange County, and I have referred clients to Michael Franco for Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcies. Michael is a very competent bankruptcy lawyer and a caring individual. I highly recommend Michael Franco for any bankruptcy matter."

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Richard Heston

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law, State Bar of California

Associations

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law

1998 - Present

Orange County Law Library

Board member, President final year

2010 - 2015

Orange County Bankruptcy Forum

Board Member

Education

2000

University of Southern California

MBA

1994

UCLA SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

California St Univ Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

"Lucky (Chapter) 13"

Chapter 13 Practice - for attorneys

Languages

English

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