Glen Bertram Collyer, Bankruptcy Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratLatham & Watkins LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing bankruptcy in Los Angeles since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Glen Bertram Collyer is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and General. Glen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · General
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Glen Bertram Collyer: Glen Bertram Collyer is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and General. Glen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Glen's practice areas in Los Angeles
Glen concentrates on bankruptcy, business, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Glen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy cases in Los Angeles, California
Glen 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 Glen agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Glen 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 Glen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Glen 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 Glen agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Glen takes insurance 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 Glen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Glen Bertram Collyer, bankruptcy attorney serving Los Angeles
Glen Bertram Collyer is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and General. Glen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Glen works from Los Angeles, California and takes on bankruptcy matters across the region.
Glen Bertram Collyer is a lawyer practicing banking, private equity finance, restructuring and 4 other areas of law. Glen received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Glen practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Glen handles bankruptcy matters
Glen Bertram Collyer is a lawyer practicing banking, private equity finance, restructuring and 4 other areas of law. Glen received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Glen practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Glen takes
Glen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Glen studied and practices
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
J.D. · 1986
Brigham Young University
B.S. Brigham · 1982
Jurisdictions
Glen's state bar admissions
California
1987 · ACTIVE
Glen studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Brigham in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Glen completed J.D. in Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Brigham in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Glen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Glen's legal honors and published work
Glen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Glen Bertram Collyer's office in Los Angeles
Glen's primary office is at 355 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Glen Bertram Collyer — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Glen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in Los Angeles.
5.0
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How to hire Glen Bertram Collyer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Glen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Glen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glen'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; Glen 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 Glen
Glen 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. Glen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Glen'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 Glen Bertram Collyer
How much does it cost to hire Glen for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Glen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Glen offer a free consultation?
Glen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Glen's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Glen'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. Glen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Glen take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Glen 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 — Glen 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 Glen?
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. Glen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Glen accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Glen'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
Glen handles bankruptcy matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- 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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