Atty. Charles W. Daff

Atty. Charles W. Daff

Charles W. Daff is a Certified Bankruptcy Specialist by The State Bar of California with over 43 years of experience as an attorney for debtors and creditors.

Santa Ana Santa Ana 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles W. Daff at a glance

Charles W. Daff is a Member based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Charles W. Daff A Professional Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1977), and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts of California (1989). Educated at Western State College of Law (J.D., 1977) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A. Political, 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles W. Daff is a Certified Bankruptcy Specialist by The State Bar of California with over 43 years of experience as an attorney for debtors and creditors
  • Charles represents clients in the United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California in all of its Divisions
  • Charles Daff is currently a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee in the Riverside Division with over 33 years of experience
  • Charles W. Daff has resided in Orange County, California, since 1970 where he attended college, attended law school, and currently maintains his practice of law. "If you're overwhelmed by debt, you're not alone
  • Let's work together toward a solution that can set you up for success
  • In September 1987, he was appointed to the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel by the Office of the United States Trustee, Orange County Office, and currently serves as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee in the Riverside Division of the court
  • He is a member of the State Bar of California, the Orange County Bar Association, (and its Commercial and Bankruptcy Section), National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Orange County Bankruptcy Forum, Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum, and American Bankruptcy Institute, and National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees
  • Since February 1995, Charles W. Daff has been a Specialist in Personal and Small Business Bankruptcy Law as certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California
  • Charles W. Daff has been a member of the Advisory Commission for the Personal and Small Business Bankruptcy Specialist Commission for the State Bar of California and was a member of the Advisory Commission from September 1999 through September 2002 and September 2007 through September 2010
  • He speaks on bankruptcy issues for a variety of groups and organizations, including the National Business Institute, the Orange County Bankruptcy Forum, Inland Empire Bankruptcy Form, Orange County Bar Association, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
  • Awards • Super Lawyer - Granted to the top 5% of attorneys in Southern California Professional Associations • Orange County Bar Association • American Bankruptcy Institute • National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees • National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys • Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association • Orange County Bankruptcy Forum • Inland Empire Bankruptcy Forum

Practice Areas Explained

Charles W. Daff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles W. Daff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Ana are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles W. Daff

Where is Charles W. Daff's law office located?
Charles W. Daff's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Charles W. Daff A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles W. Daff handle?
Charles W. Daff focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles W. Daff practiced law?
Charles W. Daff has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Charles W. Daff go to law school?
Charles W. Daff earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Political, 1974).
How can I contact Charles W. Daff for a consultation?
You can contact Charles W. Daff directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles W. Daff received?
Charles W. Daff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western State College of Law
- 1977
B.A. Political
California State University, Fullerton
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts of California
Admitted: 1989

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