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Do not try to negotiate with creditors without a debt settlement lawyer. Discuss your options with Westgate Law attorneys right away. Schedule a free consultation today and forge your debt-free path.
Unparalleled Success
When you hire a Westgate Law debt settlement attorney, you will see the difference in our approaches. We are an experienced, certified, and flat-rate lawsuit defense attorney firm. There are no contingencies, only efforts to prevent default judgment and the desired case resolution. With us, you will discover an uplifting difference in these testing times.
Debt Settlement
Falling behind on your payments is terrifying. Dealing with creditors isn’t easy either. You might face foreclosure, lawsuit, or bank levies/ wage garnishment. It doesn’t have to go this far. You have options to get the debt back on track. Our debt defense lawyers know it all and can help you in your unique situation.
Bankruptcy
Every individual has different circumstances. Many seek alternatives and avoid filing bankruptcy due to the bad reputation brought around it. Yet, it may be the best option for you, especially if your financial hardship is temporary and you seek debt relief. Westgate Law bankruptcy lawyers can help you understand the right course of action.
Our Debt Defense Attorneys
Why Choose Westgate Law?
- No Surprises - We’re upfront about costs and stick to our rates. Other firms advertise cheaper rates, but they don’t tell you up front that they add hundreds of dollars to their base rate just to appear at the meeting of creditors (among other hidden costs). We include that in our fee.
- Easy Payment Plans - We offer easy payment plans to help spread the cost. We understand that you’re financially strapped. If you weren’t, you wouldn’t be calling us.
- Protection and Peace of Mind - When Westgate Law takes your case, you can say goodbye to harassing calls by creditors and the threat of lawsuits. We will make these things go away.
- Office Visit Not Required - We can do a phone consultation and file your case electronically. Skip the traffic and avoid spending your valuable time in an attorney’s office. We can get the process started right now.
- Experience - Lead Bankruptcy Attorney, Justin Harelik has filed more than 7,000 bankruptcy cases and consulted with more than 20,000 individuals about their debt.
- Eliminate Debt AND Get Back on Your Feet - We get you out of debt AND help you rebuild your credit too. You’re not just a number or a dollar sign at Westgate Law.
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- Justin and his team, Matt and Cynthia, made my bankruptcy process smooth and stress free. They kept me informed every step of the way, answered all my questions, and made me feel supported the whole time. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently, and my case was successfully discharged with the outcome I wanted. Highly recommend.Nicole D.4/22/2026
- I am so glad I chose Westgate Law When it came to my Bankruptcy. Justin and his team were amazing! From beginning to end, I was informed of everything that was happening and going to happen, and everything went as I was told. They are true to their word, so helpful and patient. I could not ask for a better experience. Thank you Mr. Harelik, Nazy and Cynthia. I’m goer ever grateful, you were a GodsendNorma G.2/25/2026
- Im so happy I made the decision to go with this firm for my bankruptcy. Justin and his team are amazing. They made whole process so easy and walked me through every step. Everyone at the firm is very nice, but not only that they are on top of it, no procrastination and true to their word. Everything went as they said it would. Thank you very much Mr. Harelik, Nazy and Cynthia.Lili G.2/25/2026
- I am so grateful and glad that I chose Justin and his team to represent me with my bankruptcy case. He worked with me on a payment plan that was not going to add more stress to an already stressful situation. He spoke and communicated with me of any update or progress throughout this process which put me at ease that everything was being taken care of, that I was being taken care. I really appreciate that he didn’t just treat my case or me as just another case number but as a human behind it. I 100% recommend Justin Harelik with Westgate Law to anyone in need of an empathetic attorney looking to resolve their legal financial issues.Trish M.2/17/2026
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About Westgate Law
Westgate law has handled more than 7,000 bankruptcy filings in California and has consulted with more than 20,000 individuals about their debt. Larger firms will take your bankruptcy case (and your money) and then hand it off to a junior associate. Is that really the person you want working to secure your financial future?
We will personally guide you through the complicated bankruptcy process from start to finish. We’ll also help you stay on track after your case is finished. We’re not going to take your money, file your case and then disappear. We know that debt and bankruptcy can be difficult to deal with and we genuinely have an interest helping ease your burden.
Westgate Law will protect you from creditor harassment until your case is filed. We’ll represent you at your hearing and then handle any post-filing issues. Once your case is discharged, we’ll give you a program to get your credit back so you can buy a car or finance a home or education. No other Los Angeles bankruptcy attorney goes to the lengths that Westgate Law goes to assure your financial future.
If you’re facing financial distress, call us today. You’ll speak directly with one of our Los Angeles bankruptcy attorneys — not a receptionist or a junior staff member. We are available seven days a week for FREE consultations. Appointments are available on evenings or weekends.
Keep your home, vehicle and retirement accounts. Stop foreclosure, wage garnishments and creditor harassment. Get your financial life back on track.

