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Attorney Profile

EXPERIENCED BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY

For over 30 years, the Bankruptcy Law Offices of Stephen Johnson has been helping hard-working people facing financial difficulties obtain debt relief through bankruptcy and alternatives to bankruptcy.
Our founder and senior attorney, Stephen Johnson, has a comprehensive understanding of the bankruptcy laws and how to make full use of them for the benefit of our clients. In addition to filing Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 bankruptcies on behalf of his clients, Mr. Johnson works to discharge tax debts through bankruptcy or by negotiating offers-in-compromise with tax authorities.
More information about Stephen Johnson and his Professional Legal Staff can be viewed at the links below.
  • Professional Legal Staff

Contact a Lawyer Today

For a free consultation with the Bankruptcy Law Offices of Stephen Johnson in Auburn, including Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville, Sacramento, Redding, Chico, Colfax, Truckee, Nevada, Yolo, Shasta, Tehama, and Amador, California, Call (530) 823-3655, or contact us online.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
ATTORNEY: STEPHEN J. JOHNSON
Location: Auburn, California
Phone: (530) 823-3655
Fax: 530-823-3572
E-Mail: Email Me

Litigation Percentage

  • 50% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Lawyer — Stephen Johnson in Auburn, CA
Courthouse in Auburn, California

Bar Admissions

  • California, 1979
  • California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Central District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Central District of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 2013
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1979
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2013

Education

University of California at Davis School of Law, Davis, California
  • J.D.
  • Honors: Phi Dela Phi, International Legal Fraternity
California State University, Chico, Chico, California - 1975
  • Honors: 5 Years Post Graduate Studies Counseling
California State University, Chico, Chico, California
  • B.A. - 1969
  • Major: Counseling Psychology

References

  • United States Bankruptcy Court
  • Jim Bunnell, Attorney. Gold Country Bankruptcy
  • Helga White, Attorney
  • "Ken Sanders US Trustee

Classes/Seminars

  • Consumer Bankruptcy Basics, American Association of Attorneys, 2001 - 2013
  • Business Bankruptcy Basics, American Association of Attorneys, 2001 - 2013

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • American Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys, Member, 1984 - 2013
  • California Better Business Bureau, Member, 2001 - 2013

Pro Bono Activities

  • Pro Bono Representation of Financially Challenged Clients, 1984 - 2013

Languages

  • English

Fraternities/Sororities

  • Phi Delta Phi
ATTORNEY: LUKE GARCIA
Location: Auburn, California
Phone: (530) 823-3655
Fax: 530-823-3572
E-Mail: Email Me
Attorney — Stephen Johnson in Auburn, CA
Courthouse in Auburn, California

LEAD ATTORNEY

Stephen J. Johnson

Steve has been practicing law in California for over 33 years. He was born in Oakland California then moved to Chico, California where he grew up. Prior to Law School, Steve earned his B.A. Degree from California State University, Chico in 1969 and then completed 5 years of post-graduate study in behavioral and counseling psychology. He practiced marriage counseling for 2 years before entering law school.

Steve earned his law degree from the University of California Davis, School of Law in 1979. He was admitted the Bar and began his practice that same year. After graduating and passing the bar, Steve began in private law practice in the San Francisco Bay area in 1981 with offices in San Francisco, Oakland and San Rafael. During that time his practice was expanded to include Sacramento and the Sierra Foothills, Steve decided to move to Auburn and focus on helping people in the greater Placer County and Sacramento area.

Steve now specializes in complete debt solutions for individuals and businesses with an emphasis on IRS and tax debt issues; 2nd mortgage stripping; foreclosure prevention and consumer debt solutions. He has devoted his career to guiding his clients in solving their financial difficulties, regardless of the complexity. His primary goal for the practice now is to continue to provide the "one on one" working relationship with his clients that sets him apart from most attorneys and law firms today.

Steve is a family man and an avid fisherman, and when he is not in the office you will usually find him in a boat at the lake, traveling with his wife, playing with his grandkids or just enjoying the great outdoors.

Please have a look at Stephen Johnson's Attorney Profile.

"OF COUNSEL" ATTORNEY

Luke Garcia

Luke began working with our firm in April of 2012 and has been an asset to our team. He has been featured on television and radio as an experienced authority on bankruptcy and real estate law. Additionally, he has spoken to community groups and professional associations as a guest lecturer on real estate law.

Luke was born and raised in Washington and attended the University of Washington where he was awarded a degree in History and English. He attended UC Davis School of Law at King Hall where he focused his studies on negotiation and alternative dispute resolution i.e. arbitration and mediation'

While at King Hall, Mr. Garcia founded the King Hall Negotiations Team, a student organization that increased the awareness of how negotiation interacts with the law. Prior to the creation of the King Hall Negotiations Team the school could only offer enough negotiation course work to allow a very limited number of students to have a course in negotiation. Now the King Hall Negotiations Team is open to the whole student body and boasts an average participation of over half the students each year. The team has gone on since its founding to win both the national and international negotiations competitions and continues to grow in prestige.

In his off time he enjoys hiking, camping, playing guitar and chess, riding his Harley, and spending time with his wife and their two dogs.

Please have a look at Luke Garcia's Attorney Profile.

LEGAL STAFF

Sheri Bruce

Sheri is the Operations Manager for our firm. She has been here, in various roles, since 2009. Her responsibilities include budget planning, advertising, marketing, strategic planning, and Human resources and with over 10 years experience in operations and management, Sheri is a valuable asset to our legal team. Sheri Graduated from Western Washington University with a BA in Communications and recently got her California Real Estate License. In her spare time Sheri enjoys selling Real Estate, spending time with her friends and family, traveling, golfing, and watching her girls play soccer, dance, volleyball and basketball to name a few of their many activities.

Jolie Browne

Jolie is truly one of the best Case Managers our firm has ever had. She has a very positive attitude and great desire to help our clients. Jolie joined the firm in 2013 as a Legal Receptionist and quickly worked her way up by showing genuine concern for our clients and enthusiasm for helping everyone around her. Jolie’s family moved to Auburn in 2006 from the bay area. Before joining our firm she was home raising her 2 youngest children. In her spare time you will find her traveling to visit her grandbaby, or to some other fun destination. She also loves watching her younger kids competing in one of their various sports.

Attorney Profile

EXPERIENCED BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY

For over 30 years, the Bankruptcy Law Offices of Stephen Johnson has been helping hard-working people facing financial difficulties obtain debt relief through bankruptcy and alternatives to bankruptcy.
Our founder and senior attorney, Stephen Johnson, has a comprehensive understanding of the bankruptcy laws and how to make full use of them for the benefit of our clients. In addition to filing Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 bankruptcies on behalf of his clients, Mr. Johnson works to discharge tax debts through bankruptcy or by negotiating offers-in-compromise with tax authorities.
More information about Stephen Johnson and his Professional Legal Staff can be viewed at the links below.
  • Professional Legal Staff

Contact a Lawyer Today

For a free consultation with the Bankruptcy Law Offices of Stephen Johnson in Auburn, including Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville, Sacramento, Redding, Chico, Colfax, Truckee, Nevada, Yolo, Shasta, Tehama, and Amador, California, Call (530) 823-3655, or contact us online.
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
ATTORNEY: STEPHEN J. JOHNSON
Location: Auburn, California
Phone: (530) 823-3655
Fax: 530-823-3572
E-Mail: Email Me

Litigation Percentage

  • 50% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Lawyer — Stephen Johnson in Auburn, CA
Courthouse in Auburn, California

Bar Admissions

  • California, 1979
  • California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Central District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Central District of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 2013
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 1979
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 2013
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1979
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2013

Education

University of California at Davis School of Law, Davis, California
  • J.D.
  • Honors: Phi Dela Phi, International Legal Fraternity
California State University, Chico, Chico, California - 1975
  • Honors: 5 Years Post Graduate Studies Counseling
California State University, Chico, Chico, California
  • B.A. - 1969
  • Major: Counseling Psychology

References

  • United States Bankruptcy Court
  • Jim Bunnell, Attorney. Gold Country Bankruptcy
  • Helga White, Attorney
  • "Ken Sanders US Trustee

Classes/Seminars

  • Consumer Bankruptcy Basics, American Association of Attorneys, 2001 - 2013
  • Business Bankruptcy Basics, American Association of Attorneys, 2001 - 2013

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • American Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys, Member, 1984 - 2013
  • California Better Business Bureau, Member, 2001 - 2013

Pro Bono Activities

  • Pro Bono Representation of Financially Challenged Clients, 1984 - 2013

Languages

  • English

Fraternities/Sororities

  • Phi Delta Phi
ATTORNEY: LUKE GARCIA
Location: Auburn, California
Phone: (530) 823-3655
Fax: 530-823-3572
E-Mail: Email Me
Attorney — Stephen Johnson in Auburn, CA
Courthouse in Auburn, California

LEAD ATTORNEY

Stephen J. Johnson

Steve has been practicing law in California for over 33 years. He was born in Oakland California then moved to Chico, California where he grew up. Prior to Law School, Steve earned his B.A. Degree from California State University, Chico in 1969 and then completed 5 years of post-graduate study in behavioral and counseling psychology. He practiced marriage counseling for 2 years before entering law school.

Steve earned his law degree from the University of California Davis, School of Law in 1979. He was admitted the Bar and began his practice that same year. After graduating and passing the bar, Steve began in private law practice in the San Francisco Bay area in 1981 with offices in San Francisco, Oakland and San Rafael. During that time his practice was expanded to include Sacramento and the Sierra Foothills, Steve decided to move to Auburn and focus on helping people in the greater Placer County and Sacramento area.

Steve now specializes in complete debt solutions for individuals and businesses with an emphasis on IRS and tax debt issues; 2nd mortgage stripping; foreclosure prevention and consumer debt solutions. He has devoted his career to guiding his clients in solving their financial difficulties, regardless of the complexity. His primary goal for the practice now is to continue to provide the "one on one" working relationship with his clients that sets him apart from most attorneys and law firms today.

Steve is a family man and an avid fisherman, and when he is not in the office you will usually find him in a boat at the lake, traveling with his wife, playing with his grandkids or just enjoying the great outdoors.

Please have a look at Stephen Johnson's Attorney Profile.

"OF COUNSEL" ATTORNEY

Luke Garcia

Luke began working with our firm in April of 2012 and has been an asset to our team. He has been featured on television and radio as an experienced authority on bankruptcy and real estate law. Additionally, he has spoken to community groups and professional associations as a guest lecturer on real estate law.

Luke was born and raised in Washington and attended the University of Washington where he was awarded a degree in History and English. He attended UC Davis School of Law at King Hall where he focused his studies on negotiation and alternative dispute resolution i.e. arbitration and mediation'

While at King Hall, Mr. Garcia founded the King Hall Negotiations Team, a student organization that increased the awareness of how negotiation interacts with the law. Prior to the creation of the King Hall Negotiations Team the school could only offer enough negotiation course work to allow a very limited number of students to have a course in negotiation. Now the King Hall Negotiations Team is open to the whole student body and boasts an average participation of over half the students each year. The team has gone on since its founding to win both the national and international negotiations competitions and continues to grow in prestige.

In his off time he enjoys hiking, camping, playing guitar and chess, riding his Harley, and spending time with his wife and their two dogs.

Please have a look at Luke Garcia's Attorney Profile.

LEGAL STAFF

Sheri Bruce

Sheri is the Operations Manager for our firm. She has been here, in various roles, since 2009. Her responsibilities include budget planning, advertising, marketing, strategic planning, and Human resources and with over 10 years experience in operations and management, Sheri is a valuable asset to our legal team. Sheri Graduated from Western Washington University with a BA in Communications and recently got her California Real Estate License. In her spare time Sheri enjoys selling Real Estate, spending time with her friends and family, traveling, golfing, and watching her girls play soccer, dance, volleyball and basketball to name a few of their many activities.

Jolie Browne

Jolie is truly one of the best Case Managers our firm has ever had. She has a very positive attitude and great desire to help our clients. Jolie joined the firm in 2013 as a Legal Receptionist and quickly worked her way up by showing genuine concern for our clients and enthusiasm for helping everyone around her. Jolie’s family moved to Auburn in 2006 from the bay area. Before joining our firm she was home raising her 2 youngest children. In her spare time you will find her traveling to visit her grandbaby, or to some other fun destination. She also loves watching her younger kids competing in one of their various sports.
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