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The Cline Law Group

Consumer Bankruptcy, Commercial Bankruptcy

  • Fax: 510-464-8069
  • Firm Year: 1977
  • Office Hour: Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-6:00PM
  • Language: English, Spanish

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Jason Beck Cline

Bankruptcy & Debt

Max Cline

Bankruptcy, Commercial Bankruptcy, Consumer Bankruptcy, Collection, Credit & Debt

The Cline Law Group represents consumer and small business debtors who reside or have their business in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco and San M... (more)


The Cline Law Group represents individuals in need of financial relief from overwhelming debts. Our legal team has earned a reputation for helping individuals obtain creative solutions for complicated financial and legal matters. We dedicate our time, talent and resources to ensuring clients receive the best outcome based on their needs.

Bankruptcy lawyer Max Cline founded the firm in 1973 and was later joined by his son, Jake Cline. Our legal team also includes  Andrew Christensen, dedicated to helping clients receive a fresh financial start.

For 38 years, our law practice has focused exclusively on providing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 representation. We understand the different nuances between the two types and how to determine which type is right for you.

At The Cline Law Group, our team of lawyers is dedicated to serving you and helping you with your financial and legal issues. We understand the harassing strategies creditors use in their attempts to collect debts. We have handled thousands of bankruptcy petitions — we are keenly aware of the

Unlike other law firms, we have ALWAYS focused on bankruptcy representation. We don't consider it a niche market or hot topic — we consider it your constitutional right to receive relief, help save for retirement and protect your future.

With nearly four decades of experience on our side, we possess sophisticated bankruptcy strategies. We understand the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 protection. Our Oakland bankruptcy attorneys thoroughly review your financial information and discuss your goals to help choose creative solutions.

We invite you to contact us today at 510-338-4110 to discuss your situation with a team of qualified California bankruptcy lawyers. The Cline Law Group is across from the Federal Building and located in the same building as the bankruptcy courts for Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Hablamos español.

We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.

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    The Cline Law Group
    1300 Clay Street, Suite 600
    Oakland, CA 94612
    37.808754,-122.267528

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    Oakland, CA 94612

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