Atty. Kenneth John Shaffer
Kenneth John Shaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, insolvency, corporate reorganization and 7 other areas of law. Kenneth received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Kenneth John Shaffer at a Glance
Kenneth John Shaffer is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart And Sullivan Llp. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, m&a, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1989) and Stanford University (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Kenneth John Shaffer
- Kenneth John Shaffer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, insolvency, corporate reorganization and 7 other areas of law
- Kenneth received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Kenneth practices at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Kenneth John Shaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth John Shaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Los Angeles
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Kenneth John Shaffer is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Los Angeles
Kenneth John Shaffer is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in California →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
Kenneth John Shaffer is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Kenneth John Shaffer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Kenneth John Shaffer's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, m&a, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Kenneth John Shaffer brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Kenneth John Shaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Kenneth John Shaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Kenneth John Shaffer Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Kenneth John Shaffer has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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