I was fully embarrassed to have to file bankruptcy but Linda Blonsley and her staff made me feel comfortable and they were very supportive. Every issue & potential outcome was explained in detail and I never felt I couldn't call or email for even the smallest question. She or her staff responded quickly as well. I was initially shocked at the expense of filing, but in the long run they earned every penny. I am very thankful that such a stressful situation was handled so well.
Since 1979 her law practice has been focused on all facets of Bankruptcy representation. Her office in Arroyo Grande anchors her practice from San Luis Obispo through Northern Santa Barbara County. . Throughout her career she has represented debtors, creditors and trustees in Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 cases. She has been appointed as a trustee in numerous Chapter 11 cases. She holds an AV Preeminent (R) Peer Review (TM) rating, the highest rating a lawyer can receive in regards to professional excellence. She also has an AVVO rating of 10.0.
Linda received her Bachelors degree from University of California, Davis (International Relations), her law degree from Pepperdine University and her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Utah.
Linda has had a diverse career. She was a Law Clerk for US Bankruptcy Court in Los Angeles and Sacramento, was the founding partner of the Sacramento firm of Selig & Oelsner emphasizing bankruptcy law, and held executive roles in non-profit organizations in Utah and California, including Assistant State Director of the Utah Small Business Development Center and Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Utah Chapter. Linda Blonsley was been appointed to three working groups of the Bar Rules Advisory Group (BRAG) to assist the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California in developing its model forms for first-day motions for payroll expenses (of which she chairs), utility payments and employment of professionals. She is a Past President of the Federal Bar Association, Sacramento and the Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo, Chaired the Bankruptcy Section of the San Luis Obispo County Bar Association, taught at Cal Poly and coached the Paulding Middle School Mock Trial Team, the 2013 San Luis Obispo County Middle School Champions, and the 2017, 2018 runner ups.
She lives in Nipomo with her husband Gill and their wire hair fox terriers, Tiger & Lily.
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Worth every penny
I was fully embarrassed to have to file bankruptcy but Linda Blonsley and her staff made me feel comfortable and they were very supportive. Every issue & potential outcome was explained in detail and I never felt I couldn't call or email for even the smallest question. She or her staff responded quickly as well. I was initially shocked at the expense of filing, but in the long run they earned every penny. I am very thankful that such a stressful situation was handled so well.
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Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Jul 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Linda on several chapter 7 matters as counsel for the trustee. Linda is professional, organized, and responsive. She works hard to achieve the best possible result for her clients."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse Ms. Blonsley. She has served the Northern Division of the Central District for five years with great precision and expertise. She is an attorney who works well with the trustees and presents forcefully in court when required. Ms. Blonsley also makes a point of engaging in community service. Highly recommend."
Chapter 11 bankruptcy Attorney | Mar 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Very professional and knowledgeable, compassionate and caring, too. Linda Blonsley knows this area of the law and I recommend her to anyone looking for advice in this area. I have referred many people to her and always get very positive feedback."