Bay View Law Group is a law firm practicing in California with affiliate attorneys throughout the United States. Our experienced attorneys are committed to helping consumers regain control of their financial situation through debt settlement or bankruptcy.

The firm’s lead attorney, Douglas Crowder, has represented hundreds of bankruptcy clients since the early 1980’s, and has settled millions of dollars worth of debts for clients as an alternative to bankruptcy since 1989. He serves as General Counsel for the leading trade organizations of the debt settlement industry known as USOBA, (United States Organization for Bankruptcy Alternatives). As one of a handful of attorneys who have studied Federal as well as the laws of all 50 states regarding debt settlement. Mr. Crowder has recently reviewed and revised and provided some commentary to the 2008 edition of the USOBA State Summary. He is regarded as one of the leading experts on debt solutions in the country today.

What sets Bay View Law Group apart both from bankruptcy law firms and non-attorney “debt settlement companies.” is that we can advise you of your options under both bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy alternatives.

Debt Settlement (Negotiation)

Bay View Law Group has extensive experience and expertise negotiating settlements for clients in distress. Our firm specializes in handling cases where bankruptcy is not an option and the client sees no way out or simply wants to lower their debt burden and restore their financial stability. The firm brings to each case its collective knowledge and experience in settlement always taking into consideration the needs of the client as well as an understanding of the credit industry and how the creditors’ bottom line determines the likelihood of a satisfactory settlement agreement.

Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy laws have recently changed and unfortunately, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is much more difficult to qualify for today. Bay View Law Group’s bankruptcy expertise allows our advisors to provide expert advice to it's clients so the client can determine whether bankruptcy is their best alternative. We have particular expertise in bankruptcy laws, judgment and wage garnishments.