About Victor J.

Victor J — Yoo practices law in Los Angeles, California, focusing on bankruptcy. He joined the State Bar of California in 1998 and has built a diverse practice that includes business law, estate planning, tax law, and white-collar crime. His office is located at Tax Lawyers Group, APC, where he serves clients throughout the region. He earned his J.D. from Southwestern University School of Law in 1994, following a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business and Finance from the University of British Columbia in 1989. His legal career began shortly after law school when he worked as a judicial law clerk.

Since then, he has gained experience in bankruptcy law, advising clients on various financial matters and representing them in court. Most of his work involves filing for bankruptcy protection and guiding clients through the details of the bankruptcy process. He also assists businesses with legal issues related to insolvency and debt restructuring. Cases typically range from individual bankruptcies to corporate reorganizations. In addition to bankruptcy, he provides counsel on estate planning and tax-related matters, ensuring that clients are informed of their rights and obligations. Before establishing his current practice, he served as a planning commissioner for the City of Rolling Hills Estates in 2013.

This role allowed him to engage with community planning and zoning issues, broadening his understanding of local government processes. His background as a tax audit advisor and consultant further enhances his ability to handle the details of tax law, making him a well-rounded attorney. Victor is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Los Angeles County Bar Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyers. He also participates in the California Tax Bar and the American Bankruptcy Institute. His involvement in these associations keeps him updated on the latest legal developments and best practices in his fields of expertise. In addition to his legal practice, he contributes to the community as a speaker for the Lorman Education Series, where he shares his knowledge on bankruptcy and tax law.

His commitment to education and community service reflects his dedication to the legal profession and the clients he serves. Victor J. Yoo continues to be a vital resource for individuals and businesses navigating financial challenges in California.

Education

Southwestern University School of Law

J.D. (1994)

University of British Columbia

B.B.A. (1989) | Business & Finance

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Japanese (Spoken) Korean (Spoken) Spanish (Spoken)

Experience

Planning Commissioner

City of Rolling Hills Estates, CA
2013

Lawyer

Tax Lawyers Group, APC
1998

Judicial Law Clerk

Los Angeles Superior Court
1994

Bankruptcy Lawyer

United States Bankruptcy Court
1994

Tax Audit Advisor & Consulting

Deloitte
1989

Accepted Jurisdictions

California
9th Circuit
United States District Court - Eastern District of California
United States District Court - Southern District of California
United States District Court - Northern District of California
United States Tax Court
United States District Court - Central District of California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. Tax Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

bankruptcy business law estate planning tax law white collar crime

Legal Services Scope

Filing Representation Consultation

Certifications & Awards

Planning Commission

City of Rolling Hills Estates

Professional Associations

City of Rolling Hills Estates

Planning Commissioner 2013 - Current

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Lawyer 2009 - Current

State Bar of California, Taxation Section

Lawyer 1998 - Current

Tax Litigation & Procedure - State Bar of California

Lawyer 1998 - Current

California Tax Lawyer Bar Assoc

Lawyer 1996 - Current

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyers

has membership 1995 - Current

American Bankruptcy Institute

has membership 1995 - Current

California Tax Bar

Lawyer 1995 - Current

Torrance Chamber of Commerce

Lawyer 1994 - Current

Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum

Lawyer 2011 - 2017

City of Rolling Hills Estates

Equestrian Committee 2014 - 2016

Lorman Education Series

Speaker - Lawyer 2013 - 2016

Office Locations

Main Office

 2049 Century Park E #2525 Los Angeles CA 90067

Office 2

 400 Oceangate 8th Floor Long Beach CA 90802

Office 3

 1300 Clay St #600 Oakland CA 94612

Office 4

 225 S Lake Ave 10th Floor Pasadena CA 91101

Office 5

 4400 Coldwater Canyon Suite 300 Studio City CA 91604

Office 6

 3424 Carson Street Suite 500 Torrance CA 90503

Office 7

 733 Bishop St Honolulu HI 96813