Suzette Douglas

Suzette Douglas is a highly experienced bankruptcy attorney and the founder of Douglas Law Practice. For more than 25 years, she has helped individuals and families navigate financial hardship with dignity and confidence. Her practice focuses on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, offering personalized solutions to relieve overwhelming debt.

Suzette earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from the University of Michigan. This strong educational background has enhanced her legal reasoning and empathetic communication skills, which she brings to every client interaction.

At Douglas Law Practice, Suzette is known for her compassionate, hands-on approach. Clients frequently speak to her directly, a rare practice in the legal field. Her philosophy is to ease her clients’ stress by assuming the legal burden and guiding them clearly through each step of the bankruptcy process.

Suzette’s legal experience includes years as a Deputy District Attorney, followed by decades dedicated to consumer bankruptcy. She is an active member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys’ Association, ensuring her practice stays current with changing laws and best practices.

Outside her practice, Suzette volunteers with Public Counsel, Christian Legal Aid of Los Angeles, and her church’s legal clinic. Her dedication to service and justice is evident in both her professional and volunteer work. Recognized with multiple pro bono awards, she continues to advocate for those needing a second financial chance.

Suzette Douglas believes that everyone deserves relief from crushing debt and the opportunity to rebuild. Her commitment to her clients, paired with deep legal knowledge, has made her a trusted advocate in the bankruptcy field throughout Southern California.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Douglas Law Practice
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Member, Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of Texas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Michigan
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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