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Lisa Jane Espada
also known as Lisa J. Espada
About Lisa
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
50%
15 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
20%
15 years
Consumer Protection
20%
14 years
Litigation
10%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
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Location
Law Office of Lisa J Espada
100 Pine St., Suite 1250, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA, 94111
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Lisa Jane Espada's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent & Informational
Lisa was great, I am was in unfamiliar territory but she walked me through my options and explained the process and guided me through every step. I would definitely use her again and recommend her services.
Posted by Joachim | April 29, 2014 | Debt Collection
Helped Me Settle An Old Debt
I was being sued by a collection company for an old debt and contacted Lisa at the last minute. She promptly contacted me within the hour and I explained my situation to her. Her recommendations for what to do about the lawsuit sounded great to me and so hired her. She was able to get me an extens...
Posted by Grant | April 08, 2014 | Debt Collection
A true expert, great communication
I had an old debt which began executing on my bank account, without me ever being properly served with notice of judgment against me. When I went to Lisa with my issues, she walked me through things in a way I understood. She determined that proper service had not been made on the judgment, and she b...
Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2013 | Debt Collection
In Good Hands
I was sued by an old creditor and realized that I needed professional assistance. I was lucky enough to find Lisa Espada and right away, I knew that I was in good hands. Ms. Espada explained everything in terms that I understood and kept me informed every step of the way. I encourage anyone who fi...
Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2013 | Debt Collection
Great Attorney!
Lisa was extremely helpful in helping me when an old creditor from 10 years back tried to sue me for a debt I was never informed of. She was able to get me released from the judgements they had incorrectly filed as well as any responsibility for the old debt. She was very clear in her explanations of...
Lisa Jane Espada's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Her answers to questions posted on Avvo are consistently brilliant in the fields of bankruptcy, debt collection, consumer law and litigation."
"The answers of Ms. Espada are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. The highest quality attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Espada provides a much needed service on Avvo. She donates her time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"Lisa is an excellent lawyer who always works hard for her clients. She is knowledgeable and a tireless advocate. You are in good hands with Lisa."
"I refer clients to Lisa because she gets excellent results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Lisa works hard for her clients, and consumers in general. California consumers are lucky to have her. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Espada is a very effective and knowledgeable advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lisa Espada is an experienced collection defense attorney who fights for her clients. I am proud to endorse Ms. Espada."
"Although attorney Espada practices on the other side of my principal focus of law practice, her answers on Avvo show a thorough, but balanced, approach to the inquiries posted. I endorse this lawyer."
"Lisa Espada is an intelligent and skilled attorney. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her."
"Top-notch attorney."
"Ms. Espada is an excellent attorney and anyone who hires her is lucky to have her in their corner fighting for them!"
"I endorse Lisa Espada. She is an experienced and skilled litigator with whom I have worked. She excels at communicating with clients, opposing attorneys and the Court. Her knowledge and application of the law is excellent. Lisa is the consumate professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Espada is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and is a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is hard working, very smart, and cares deeply about her clients. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2018, Justice and Diversity Center
2018
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2017, Justice and Diversity Center
2017
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2016, Justice and Diversity Center
2016
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2015, Justice and Diversity Center
2015
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2014, Justice and Diversity Center
2014
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2013, Justice and Diversity Center
2013
Outstanding Volunteer Attorney 2012, Bar Association of San Francisco
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Lisa J. Espada
2004 - 2011
Associate, Levin Simes Kaiser & Gornick, LLP
2002 - 2004
Associate, Brayton Purcell, LLP
2000 - 2002
Associate, Paul & Hanley, LLP
Associations
2015 - Present
National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA)Member
2012 - 2016
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2012 - 2019
Queen's Bench Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2012
San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Education
1999
Golden Gate University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
San Francisco State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Consumer Project Volunteer Training Program
Pre-Trial Litigation in Consumer Debt Cases
2015
Consumer Debt Defense Roundtable
Statute of Limitations Issues in Debt Collection Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What steps should I follow to repair my credit due to a delinquent mortgage?
20 May 2025
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My bank has frozen my checking, but I have a cashier's check from them I need to cancel. Is there a way to get the cash back?
20 May 2025
Q&A
Can you get in trouble for unknowingly cashing altered checks?
15 May 2025