In 2004 Kristy founded the Law Office of Kristy Hernandez which now has
offices in Sacramento and the Bay Area. Kristy began her legal career in real
estate litigation. Early on, her practice focused on assisting real estate
investors purchase homes at foreclosure auction, manage their real estate
investments and evict non-paying tenants. Along the way, Kristy realized that
she would rather use her real estate litigation background to help homeowners
stay in their homes and get out debt, rather than assist investors in beefing up
their bottom line. With this fundamental change in outlook, Kristy started
taking on more bankruptcy and consumer rights cases, and the current law firm
was created from that foundation.
Having a background in foreclosure and real estate litigation has proven
incredibly timely since the decline in the real estate market where attorneys
knowledgeable about the foreclosure process were in short supply but greatly
needed. Kristy’s real estate background has enabled her to stay on the cutting
edge of new law created to help the public get out of debt. Since 2004 Kristy
has assisted hundreds of clients in debt relief cases and is a passionate
advocate for consumer rights. Kristy has also helped countless families modify
their home loans or wipe out second mortgages, helping hard-working people keep
the dream of home ownership alive.
Practice areas
Hundreds of families have gotten out of debt by filing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy through our office. A free consultation will explain your qualifications and what debt can be wiped out. We also represent businesses that need bankruptcy. Ask how Chapter 7 can get rid of taxes and foreclosure debt! Use Chapter 7 to stop a foreclosure, wipe out credit card debt, stop a wage garnishment and much more!!
18 years, 800 cases
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2004 | 06/12/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Best Attorney | City of Citrus Heights | 2012 |
Lead Counsel Rating Award | Lead Counsel | 2012 |
Woman of the Year | National Association of Professional Women | 2011 |
Certificate for Contribution to Legal Scholarship | McGeorge School of Law | 2005 |
Witkin Award | McGeorge School of Law | 2003 |
Top Oral Advocate | McGeorge School of Law | 2003 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Hernandez Law Group | 2004 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum | Planning Committee Member - Conference | 2011 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2010 - Present |
Sacramento County Bankruptcy Forum | Member | 2010 - Present |
National Association of Professional Women | Member | 2010 - Present |
California Bankruptcy Forum | Member | 2010 - Present |
United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California | Admitted | 2009 - Present |
Sacramento County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 2004 - Present |
United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of California | Admitted | 2004 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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California Real Property Journal | Why MERS Litigation is Not Working in California | 2014 |
Examiner.com | Sacramento Real Estate Investments Examiner | 2012 |
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) | Representing Consumers in California Real Estate Transactions | 2012 |
Online Blog regarding Foreclosure, Bankruptcy and Loan Modification | Hernandez Law Blog | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific | Juris Doctorate | 2003 |
Univ of California Davis | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Rob Black On Your Money Television Show | Home Loan Modification | 2013 |
Monthly Realtor Training | Short Sale Success | 2012 |
Leadership and Finance Summit | Business Debt and Finances | 2012 |
Northern California Bankruptcy Conference | Bankruptcy and Loan Modification | 2012 |
Sacramento County Realtors Association | Bankruptcy and Short Sale | 2012 |
KFBK AM1530 Radio, frequent guest | Real Estate and Foreclsoure Advice | 2011 |
KDOW radio frequent guest | Bankruptcy and Short Sale Advice | 2011 |
Foreclosure Prevention Workshop | Foreclosure Prevention | 2011 |
Vizualize Success Seminar | Debt relief options | 2011 |
Continung Legal Education for Attorneys | Foreclosure Defense | 2011 |
Association for Continuing Legal Education | Foreclosure Defense | 2011 |
Seminar | Identifying Good Candidates for Loan Modification | 2010 |
Lorman Legal Education Seminar | Advanced Deposition Tactics | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Loan Modifications | Reduction in monthly mortgage payments |
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Kristy is a knowledgeable attorney that is dedicated to her clients. She is sincere an excellent communicator and professional. Kristy is committed to seeing that her clients are happy and receive excellent legal services.
Hasan Abdullah, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Sep 16, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Kristy a focused and dedicated bankruptcy lawyer who takes her work very seriously as a professional.
Jared Day, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 12, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Kristy is well respected among her peers as the managing attorney of a successful law firm with locations in Northern and Central California and the Bay Area. She derives great enjoyment and satisfaction from assisting individuals and businesses in navigating the complex legal system to resolve complicated legal challenges. Kristy is well-versed in the fields of bankruptcy and debt-related issues, real estate, tax, estate planning, and family law. She also possesses a broad knowledge of many other areas of the law, which functions as a great asset to clients facing unique legal challenges. Kristy is dedicated and thoughtful in her approach to client services.
Shah Peerally, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Aug 17, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Kristy is a fabulous lawyer, I have recommended many clients to her law firm and they have not been disappointed with her work. I gladly recommend Kristy.
Jared Gaynor, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Dec 22, 2011
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Kelly Resnick, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 23, 2011
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Kristy is a great mentor and attorney. She takes the time to listen to each client's unique situation and concerns, and puts them at ease with a strategy on how to fix their situation with the maximum benefit to the client. She takes great pride in her work and the work produced from both of her offices. She is very honest and straight forward with clients, which really helps put clients at ease during this difficult time in their lives.
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