

Highly Rated Everywhere
Helped Hundreds of Clients
Over 45 Years of Experience
✔ Highly Rated Everywhere
✔ Helped Hundreds of Clients
✔ Over 45 Years of Experience











Extensive Experience: Attorney Plotkin brings over 45 years of legal experience, with more than 25 years focused on bankruptcy law.
Personalized Attention: Every client works directly with Attorney Plotkin. Your case is never handed off to a paralegal or junior associate.
Thorough, Detail-Focused Representation: Each case is carefully prepared with close attention to your financial situation, available options, and long-term goals.

"Great and reliable Bankruptcy Attorney. He deals with clients effectively, efficiently and honesty. Attorney Plotkin is a big help in our cases and his willingness to resolve our cases makes our life now more peaceful. I recommend him 100%. Thank you Attorney Plotkin." - Jacqueline Garcia.

Extensive Experience: Attorney Plotkin brings over 45 years of legal experience, with more than 25 years focused on bankruptcy law.
Personalized Attention: Every client works directly with Attorney Plotkin. Your case is never handed off to a paralegal or junior associate.
Thorough, Detail-Focused Representation: Each case is carefully prepared with close attention to your financial situation, available options, and long-term goals.
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Michael E. Plotkin is a bankruptcy attorney with decades of experience helping individuals and families navigate financial challenges.
He is a seasoned lawyer, bringing a steady and practical approach to his work with over 45 years of legal experience, including more than 25 years focused on bankruptcy law.
Before concentrating his practice on bankruptcy matters, Michael served for 27 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of Colonel.
This background, combined with his extensive legal experience, allows him to approach each case with discipline, careful preparation, and personal attention, guiding clients through the bankruptcy process with clarity and honesty.
"It's one of the hardest decisions to file for BK and it's even harder after you decide to file.
Honestly I was lost and had no idea where to start or if I can even complete all my paperwork.
Michael helped me and took the load off and made the process so easy and affordable.
I highly recommend him, very professional and knows exactly what he's doing. Thank you Michael!"

Michael E. Plotkin is a bankruptcy attorney with decades of experience helping individuals and families navigate financial challenges.
He is a seasoned lawyer, bringing a steady and practical approach to his work with over 45 years of legal experience, including more than 25 years focused on bankruptcy law.
Before concentrating his practice on bankruptcy matters, Michael served for 27 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of Colonel.
This background, combined with his extensive legal experience, allows him to approach each case with discipline, careful preparation, and personal attention, guiding clients through the bankruptcy process with clarity and honesty.
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We begin with a consultation to understand your financial situation, clarify your goals, and answer your questions about bankruptcy and available options.

Next, your case is carefully reviewed to determine the most appropriate bankruptcy approach, whether Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13, based on your circumstances.

From filing through resolution, your case is handled with close attention to detail to ensure all requirements are met and the process moves forward as smoothly as possible.

Every case is handled personally by Michael Plotkin. Your matter is never passed to a paralegal or junior associate, ensuring experienced oversight, careful preparation, and consistent communication at every stage.
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We begin with a consultation to understand your financial situation, clarify your goals, and answer your questions about bankruptcy and available options.

Next, your case is carefully reviewed to determine the most appropriate bankruptcy approach, whether Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13, based on your circumstances.

From filing through resolution, your case is handled with close attention to detail to ensure all requirements are met and the process moves forward as smoothly as possible.
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Great and reliable Bankruptcy Attorney.
He deals with clients effectively, efficiently and honesty. Attorney Plotkin is a big help in our cases and his willingness to resolve our cases makes our life now more peaceful.
I recommend him 100%. Thank you Attorney Plotkin.

It's one of the hardest decisions to file for BK and it's even harder after you decide to file.
Honestly I was lost and had no idea where to start or if I can even complete all my paperwork. Michael helped me and took the load off and made the process so easy and affordable.
I highly recommend him, very professional and knows exactly what he's doing. Thank you Michael!

The lawyers at Plotkin Bankruptcy Group were knowledgeable and supportive throughout the bankruptcy process.

Plotkin Bankruptcy Group helped me understand the complexities of bankruptcy law and made the process much easier for me.

The team at Plotkin Bankruptcy Group were friendly and approachable, which made the process much less stressful.

I was impressed with the level of commitment and dedication shown by the team at Plotkin Bankruptcy Group.










The lawyers at Plotkin Bankruptcy Group were knowledgeable and supportive throughout the bankruptcy process.

Plotkin Bankruptcy Group helped me understand the complexities of bankruptcy law and made the process much easier for me.

The team at Plotkin Bankruptcy Group were friendly and approachable, which made the process much less stressful.










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Michael E. Plotkin
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Clear and Responsive Communication


Over 45 Years of Legal Experience


Respectful, Client-Focused Representation


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Bankruptcy may be appropriate if you are struggling with overwhelming debt, facing wage garnishments, foreclosure, or constant creditor calls. A consultation allows your financial situation to be reviewed so you can understand your options and decide what makes the most sense for you.
The most common types are Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11. Each serves a different purpose depending on your income, assets, and goals. The right option depends on your specific circumstances.
Chapter 7 is designed to eliminate qualifying unsecured debts, while Chapter 13 involves a structured repayment plan over time. The best choice depends on factors such as income, property, and long-term financial objectives.
Not necessarily. Many people are able to protect their home, vehicle, and other assets through available exemptions. This is one of the most important topics to review during a consultation.
Chapter 7 cases typically take a few months from filing to completion. Chapter 13 cases last longer due to the repayment plan. Timelines vary based on the details of each case.
Yes. Once a bankruptcy case is filed, most creditor actions, including collection calls, lawsuits, and wage garnishments, are required to stop under federal law.
Bankruptcy does impact credit, but many clients find it provides an opportunity to rebuild financial stability over time. For some, continuing to struggle with unpaid debt can be more damaging in the long run.
Most cases involve a brief meeting with a bankruptcy trustee rather than a traditional court appearance. Clients are guided through what to expect so there are no surprises.
Yes. Your case is handled directly by the attorney from start to finish, ensuring experienced oversight, careful preparation, and clear communication throughout the process.
Bankruptcy may be appropriate if you are struggling with overwhelming debt, facing wage garnishments, foreclosure, or constant creditor calls. A consultation allows your financial situation to be reviewed so you can understand your options and decide what makes the most sense for you.
The most common types are Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11. Each serves a different purpose depending on your income, assets, and goals. The right option depends on your specific circumstances.
Chapter 7 is designed to eliminate qualifying unsecured debts, while Chapter 13 involves a structured repayment plan over time. The best choice depends on factors such as income, property, and long-term financial objectives.
Not necessarily. Many people are able to protect their home, vehicle, and other assets through available exemptions. This is one of the most important topics to review during a consultation.
Chapter 7 cases typically take a few months from filing to completion. Chapter 13 cases last longer due to the repayment plan. Timelines vary based on the details of each case.
Yes. Once a bankruptcy case is filed, most creditor actions, including collection calls, lawsuits, and wage garnishments, are required to stop under federal law.
Bankruptcy does impact credit, but many clients find it provides an opportunity to rebuild financial stability over time. For some, continuing to struggle with unpaid debt can be more damaging in the long run.
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Pasadena, California 91101

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Pasadena, California 91101
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