Binder & Malter LLP

Do not bother to call this law firm, they apparently cannot be bothered to return your call. I called last Monday for a consultation, spent time explaining my situation and was told I would get a call back, but I did not hear from them. I called again on Wednesday and was told that the attorney was on vacation and catching up. Today it has been 7 business days and still no reply. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. I would highly not recommend this law firm.

Very responsive and knowledgeable firm. They handled a complex bankruptcy case for me and the company I worked at for the last six months (If I was a more responsive client, it would have taken less than half that time).
Their entire team is very knowledgeable and capable of answering any questions you may have. Nan Corber and Michael Malter handled my consultation and gathering the necessary information for the case. Kristina Parson went with me to court to answer any questions the trustee had. They all kept me informed of anything and everything I would need to know before starting the case (during a free consultation) and as the case proceeded. I received updates through email, phone, and by mail of anything that was received or sent out regarding the case.
The fee was clearly laid out during the free consultation, and I did not receive any additional fees whatsoever. They are a very trustworthy firm and more than capable of handling any bankruptcy case. As another reviewer stated, if your case is relatively simply, you may be better off doing it by yourself. However, if you are worried about your case or it’s rather complicated, I highly recommend giving Binder & Malter a call. They executed everything they said they would while keeping me up to date and alleviating any concerns I had. I have dealt with around 5 – 6 attorneys in the past, and they are without a doubt the most professional and considerate.
On a final note, their office is the nicest I’ve ever been to. I don’t know when they found the time to become architecture and interior design experts, but their office is beautiful. It’s tastefully done and every aspect is considered carefully. They clearly didn’t go out and buy the most expensive, imposing items they could find as some attorney offices do. The space is very welcoming and designed well. If you want the same consideration applied to your bankruptcy case, I recommend visiting Binder & Malter.

I went for an initial interview with Michael Malter this week and he couldn’t have been more helpful and pleasant. I had an audit issue and was thinking of bankruptcy as a possible solution. I was greeted by a very pleasant, down to earth Michael Malter, who explained my options, even called his CPA associate to confirm while I was there in the meeting room. (something most attorneys would rather charge you for as «research»).
I have had some very unpleasant experiences with attorneys in the past and writing a review for one, well, just isn’t something I would think I would ever be doing… but Michael was that pleasant, that helpful and I know if I decide to go down the bankruptcy route he will be there for me the whole way.
I highly recommend this firm and Michael W. Malter in particular!

I referred a friend of mine to this firm after investigating all of the bankruptcy lawyers in town for her. (I have never actually met anyone there) They recommended a Chapter 13 bankruptcy and it has solved all of her financial problems.
Before she went to them, she had already experienced a massive double disaster with two other bankruptcy attorneys, one on The Alameda and the other on Market Street in San Jose and she was ready to give up on her situation. These guys at Binder & Malter are more expensive and probably not the best choice if you have the easiest bankruptcy in the world, that is– low income and a few small credit cards barking at you; but they are great if you have some complications that those other guys are going to mess up! A BIG thumbs up to these guys! Thank you from a special friend of one of your clients.
Highly recommended by a person who hires business attorneys as part of my job.