James Selth

Practice areas

Bankruptcy: Consumer, Business Litigation, Bankruptcy: Business

Focus areas

Bankruptcy Law

Attorney James R. Selth stands out as a prominent legal expert specializing in consumer and small-business bankruptcy law in the Southern California region. He holds the distinction of being a State Bar Certified Legal Specialist in the field of bankruptcy law. In 2015, Mr. Selth was designated as a Commissioner for the State Bar’s Bankruptcy Law Advisory Commission for a term of four years. His legal practice encompasses a diverse range of cases, including representation for both debtors and creditors. This spans consumer and small-business bankruptcies, debt negotiation, Chapter 11 reorganization, out-of-court settlements, lien adjustments, collection cases, consumer protection matters, and contract disputes. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Selth served as a Deputy District Attorney in Orange County for a duration of two years.

With a hands-on approach to each case and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the utmost client satisfaction, Mr. Selth has been instrumental in guiding numerous clients through bankruptcy proceedings, helping them attain a discharge and a fresh financial beginning. Notably, many clients of Weintraub & Selth have successfully completed Chapter 7 bankruptcy under Mr. Selth’s guidance, even after being informed by other attorneys that they did not qualify for such relief.

A valued partner at the law firm of Weintraub Zolkin Talerico & Selth LLP in Los Angeles, California, Mr. Selth is authorized to practice law in all California state courts.