
Cristian Luis Vallejo, Bankruptcy Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Environmental
Partner, Corporate & Finance, Capital MarketsatManatt Phelps And Phillips Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing bankruptcy in Los Angeles since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Cristian Luis Vallejo is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Environmental. Cristian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Environmental
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Environmental matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cristian Luis Vallejo: Cristian Luis Vallejo is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Environmental. Cristian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cristian takes on
Cristian concentrates on bankruptcy, business, environmental, general, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cristian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Bankruptcy cases in Los Angeles, California
Cristian takes bankruptcy matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristian agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Cristian takes business matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristian agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California
Cristian takes environmental matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Cristian takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristian agrees to represent you.
International cases in Los Angeles, California
Cristian takes international matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cristian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cristian Luis Vallejo — bankruptcy lawyer in Los Angeles
Cristian Luis Vallejo is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Environmental. Cristian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
Cristian Luis Vallejo is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & financial restructuring, capital markets, corporate & finance and 6 other areas of law. Cristian received a degree from Foreign Law School, and has been licensed for 32 years. Cristian practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Cristian's approach to bankruptcy cases
Cristian Luis Vallejo is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & financial restructuring, capital markets, corporate & finance and 6 other areas of law. Cristian received a degree from Foreign Law School, and has been licensed for 32 years. Cristian practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Cristian works with
Cristian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and environmental matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Universidad de Chile Law School
University · 1994
Foreign Law School
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Jurisdictions
Cristian's state bar admissions
California
2002 · ACTIVE
New York
2000 · ACTIVE
Chile
1994 · ACTIVE
Cristian studied at University in Universidad de Chile Law School and — in Foreign Law School.
Law school and academic background
Cristian completed University in Universidad de Chile Law School and — in Foreign Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cristian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cristian's professional memberships and bar associations
Membership Activities Admitted to practice law in California, New York and Chile
membership
Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
membership
Member, American Bar Association
membership
Member, Colegio de Abogados de Chile
membership
Locations
Cristian Luis Vallejo's office in Los Angeles
Cristian's primary office is at Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90064. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp
Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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How to hire Cristian Luis Vallejo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cristian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cristian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cristian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cristian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cristian
Cristian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cristian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cristian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cristian Luis Vallejo
How much does it cost to hire Cristian for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cristian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cristian offer a free consultation?
Cristian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cristian's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Cristian's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in California typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cristian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cristian take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Cristian is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cristian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cristian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cristian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cristian accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Cristian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Cristian handles bankruptcy matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.
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- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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