Troy Zander, Bankruptcy Attorney in San Diego, California
focused on Bankruptcy and Business
San Diego, CA
Trusted bankruptcy attorney serving San Diego.
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Troy Zander is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Business.
- Based in
- San Diego, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business
- Handles Bankruptcy and Business matters from San Diego, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026).
About Troy Zander: Troy Zander is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Business.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Troy takes on
Troy concentrates on bankruptcy and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Troy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in San Diego, California
Troy takes bankruptcy matters in San Diego, 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 Troy agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Troy takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Troy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Troy Zander — bankruptcy lawyer in San Diego
Troy Zander is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Business.
Troy Zander is the partner-in-charge of Barnes & Thornburg's San Diego office and a member of the Corporate Department. He focuses his practice on the representation of lenders and companies in documenting technology, life sciences and middle-market financing transactions, including traditional commercial leveraged debt financings, venture debt financings and bridge loans.
Troy has represented agents, lenders, participants and companies in credit facilities aggregating in excess of $50 billion. He also has represented companies, secured and unsecured creditors, committees, trustees and asset purchasers in bankruptcy and out-of-court proceedings and continues to represent lenders in forbearances, loan restructurings, amendments and modifications. He has restructured debt in excess of $2.5 billion in federal, state and out-of-court proceedings.
In the legal community, Troy is a member of the California Bar Association, the San Diego County Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association. He has also served on the board of directors for multiple organizations, including Feeding America ' San Diego (2014-2017; Chair: 2010-2014), The New Children's Museum (2012-2013) and the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (2011-2013).Troy is an author and speaker on the subjects of secured transactions and lending against intellectual property assets.
He earned a B.A. from the University of California San Diego in 1989 and his J.D. from the University of San Diego in 1993.
He is admitted to practice in the state of California.
Troy's approach to bankruptcy cases
Troy Zander is the partner-in-charge of Barnes & Thornburg's San Diego office and a member of the Corporate Department. He focuses his practice on the representation of lenders and companies in documenting technology, life sciences and middle-market financing transactions, including traditional commercial leveraged debt financings, venture debt financings and bridge loans. Troy has represented…
The kind of cases Troy takes
Troy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy and business matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Diego
J.D. · 1993
Troy studied at J.D. in University of San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Troy completed J.D. in University of San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Troy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Troy has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026).
Locations
Troy Zander's office in San Diego
Troy's primary office is at 12730 High Bluff Drive Suite 300, San Diego, California, 12730. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Troy Zander — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Troy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Troy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Troy'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; Troy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in San Diego, 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 Troy
Troy 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. Troy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Troy'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 Troy Zander
How much does it cost to hire Troy for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Troy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Troy offer a free consultation?
Troy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Troy's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Troy'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. Troy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Troy take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Troy 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 — Troy 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 Troy?
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. Troy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Troy accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Troy'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 San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Troy handles bankruptcy matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified bankruptcy attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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