Janet Audrey Lawson

Janet Audrey Lawson

3.9
Rating: 4.8

Licensed for 43 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Ventura, CA
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Unknown

3639 E Harbor Blvd #209, Ventura, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Janet

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 33%

Chapter 11 reorganization is possible, but rare for individuals. They are very expensive, time consuming and require allot of commitment from the client. These are generally filed by businesses.

38 years

33%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 33%

A Chapter 13 bankruptcy is filed by individuals who need to reorganize their debts, save their homes and/or remove liens or second mortgages against their home.

38 years

33%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 33%

a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is filed by individuals or corporations who need to extinguish their debts. If it is not done properly you can lose some of your assets, lose the right to have debts discharged, and/or cause the trustee to seek the return of payments you may have made to family or friends

38 years

33%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 43 years

State: California

Acquired: 1983

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Offices of Janet Audrey Lawson

3639 E Harbor Blvd #209, Ventura, CA, 93001

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Janet Audrey Lawson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 22 reviews

Posted by Richard | September 05, 2011

Organized, Friendly, and Professional

I used Ms Lawson's firm about 6 months ago. My experience with her and her staff was always professional. Appointments were timely, organized and results were executed as instructed. Ms Lawson worked hard to make sure that my case was handled and that all necessary measures were taken to maximize ...my situation.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2011 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

My great bankruptcy atttorney

Janet has gone above and beyond with me during my chapter 13. My case should have been dismissed and would have been except for janet giving me the individual attention that she did and spurred me into action.

Posted by Angela | August 25, 2011 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Diligent, Organized, Professional - No Nonsense!

Jan handled my Chapter 13 case this year. Not only is she and her staff knowledgable and helpful, but they are diligent, trustworthy, punctual, and most of all, organized! Not once was my paper work "lost" or "misplaced" or questions left unanswered. During your first visit, you receive expert c...onsultation (she provides options and the pros and cons of all of your choices with no legal mumbo jumbo and gets to the point), a check list of items needed, payment due dates, etc. all in a folder package. In the folder you have a card listing the website address for pre and post credit counseling and when to do it, a list of resources in case you need them, and most importantly, professional service where your time is not wasted. There was no drama, no unanswered questions - just due diligence in getting your case filed so you could get on with your life. During my trustee meeting, there were several lawyers and their clients in the hearing room, too. I saw one lawyer run to his car to grab his case file making the trustee and his client wait. This is how disorganized he was. Unbelievable! With Jan and her staff we were not only prepared and ready, but ahead of the game. All of us who had cases that day were in and out like clock work - all of us who had Janet for a lawyer! Everything needed through the completion of the case was done, filed and ready to go. EVERYTHING! Jan and her team keep you ahead of the game. Bankruptcy is stressful enough. The last thing you need is drama from your lawyer. With Jan, there's no drama, stress or disorganization. Instead you have a lawyer who tells it like it is and gets the job done. If you're looking for a touchy feely lawyer who beats around the bush and sugar coats your situation, Jan is not for you. Jan takes care of your business so you can move forward. Besides, isn't that what it's all about?

Posted by Sheila | August 21, 2011 | Business

Extraordinary

I have had many dealing with attorneys as I have always worked full time in the business world. The name Janet Lawson, Esq. first came across my desk in one of these business dealings. Her dedication to her client and her conscientious effort far exceeded anything I was use to seeing. Ms. Lawson t...ook on unnecessary duties as the situation would have “played itself out” without her assistance, although to the detriment of her client. In my opinion, she is a hard working person who is willing to “go the extra mile”. I was so impressed that I decided to hire her for my personal business although it meant 120 mile round trip drive.

Posted by 1Voice | August 19, 2011 | Contracts & Agreements

Can Not Recomend This Atty

She is one of 3 Attys that took my money and did nothing worthwhile for me. These attys did tell me about what they would or could do and then did not do what they said they would do soooo what do you call that? ... Actually Lawson did nothing,,, at least the other two did SOMETHING but not ALL tha...t I paid them to do or what they promised sooo... I also noticed they recomend each other and give each other glowing reviews here on the Internet... I HIGHLY DO NOT recomend this Atty.

Janet Lawson

Replied last August 19, 2011

Sorry you feel that way. I have no idea who you are or what the issue was. Three years ago is a along time ago. Sometimes the client does not get the result they want despite the lawyers best efforts. Jan Lawson

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Janet Audrey Lawson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Berneman

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Janet on several cases and she has also become somewhat of a mentor to me. She is excellent in the work that she does in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcies and I highly recommend her to anyone needing assistance."

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Hilary Shankin-Murphy

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Salehi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ms. Lawson since I started practicing bankruptcy law over 20 years ago. We have shared offices and appeared in court together for two decades. She is a very fine individual and excellent bankruptcy attorney. I have seen how hard she works for her clients. Her knowledge and expertise are top notch. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  4.8 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2024

updated on 05/21/2024

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Honors

2020

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2019

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2018

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2015

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Owner, Janet A. Lawson Bankruptcy Attorney

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute, Consumer Bankruptcy Committee

ABI

2011 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

NACA

2002 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

NACBA

Sample of Legal Cases

Tim Yoo, attorney for the trustee

I am now fighting with the attorney who represents the trustee over how much they should be paid on their "administrative claim"

Heritage Pacific Financial

I took my case to trial. We won and I was awarded $40,000.00 in attorney's fees from Heritage Pacific Financial. They could not prove that they could "reasonably rely" on the loan paper work.

In Re Steinacher

The Bankruptcy Appellate Panel agreed with me that this rule was not consistent with the bankruptcy code

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Education

1983

Ventura College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

National Bankruptcy Institute

Chapter 11 Basics

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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