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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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- I had a great experience with Westgate Law. Excellent Lawyer D.Justin Harelik, great staff they all keep you well informed about your case and how long things will take as well as what to expect. You are able to make monthly payments and when balance is paid then you have Westgate Law at your service . I would definitely recommend them.C T.1/20/2026
- Justin and his team make my bankruptcy a lot less scary & made sure I understood every step of the process. They handled everything in a professional and timely manner which was extremely important to me. His team was very quick to answer any questions I had and were very reassuring. I definitely recommend coming to Justin and his team for your bankruptcy needs.Tristyn S.1/14/2026
- I am so incredibly grateful to Justin, Matt, and the whole team at Westgate! My husband and I were just looking to see if bankruptcy was an option for us and we decided to give Westgate a try. From the get-go, Justin was incredibly helpful with the whole process but realistic which we appreciated. I was very hesitant at first because of the stigma that goes with filing. Despite that, I felt at ease knowing we had a chance to start over. The team walked us through the process, were incredibly responsive and thorough when we had questions (we had a LOT), prepared us for the 341 meeting, and now we’re just waiting for our case to wrap up. Don’t get me wrong; filing for bankruptcy feels terrifying but I promise you that this team knows what they’re doing and you’ll be in good hands. Definitely reach out to them!Silveria A.12/25/2025
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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.

