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Michael Jay Berger
Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger • Beverly Hills, CA
Chapter 11 BankruptcyHealthcareInsuranceManufacturingPersonal Injury
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Phone
(310) 579-2626
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Beverly Hills, CA, US
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About
Michael Jay Berger is an attorney at the Law Offices of Michael Jay Berger in Beverly Hills, CA, focusing on healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, personal injury, rail, real estate, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy. He represents both debtors and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings across California, handling complex cases including Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 reorganizations. His firm has leadership in filing Chapter 11 cases and confirming reorganization plans, including Subchapter V for small businesses. Michael earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 1981 and his Bachelor of Arts from Duke University in 1978. He is a California board-certified specialist in bankruptcy law and has maintained an AV Preeminent® Rating by Martindale Hubbell since 1995.He is admitted to practice in California and is well-versed in the intricacies of bankruptcy law.
About Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Law
Chapter 11 bankruptcy attorneys help businesses reorganize their debts while continuing operations. They create plans to restructure and emerge financially stronger. Common matters include business reorganization, debt restructuring, creditor negotiations, asset protection.
Credentials
Education
1981 University of California, Hastings College of the Law JD - Juris Doctor 1978 Duke University Undergraduate
Languages
English | Spanish | Russian | Armenian | Cambodian | Hebrew | Korean | Farsi
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2019 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2018 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Phidippides Award, USATF 2017 Certified Specialist - Bankruptcy Law, State Bar of California 2017 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2019 Bankruptcy Today Certified Specialist + Free Consultation = A Great Idea! 2016 Bankruptcy Today KeyBank Give Up 2013 Bankruptcy Today Defending Preference Claims in Bankruptcy 2007 Track Club LA Boston Marathon, Monday, April 16, 2007
Associations
2010 - Present National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Officer 2005 - Present California Bankruptcy Forum Member 2005 - Present Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum Member 2005 - Present American Bankruptcy Institute Officer 2005 - Present Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association Member
Speaking
2013 Money 101 With Bob McCormick Discharging Taxes In Bankruptcy 2013 Money 101 with Bob McCormick Bankruptcy and Student Loans 2013 Money 101 with Bob McCormack Five Ways To Make Sure Your Bills Don't Drive You Into Bankruptcy 2010 Long Beach Town Hall Meeting For Former Students of Silver State Helicopters The Proposed Settlement of a Class Action Lawsuit Against Student Loan Xpress
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Updated: Jun 03, 2026