Casalina & Disston - Oakland, CA
Casalina & Disston is an established Oakland law firm founded in 1984, offering over four decades of seasoned counsel in Chapter 11 business reorganization, Chapter 7 and 13 consumer bankruptcy, contract disputes, and criminal defense throughout Alameda County.
Four Decades of Bankruptcy and Litigation Counsel in Oakland
When escalating commercial debts, severe creditor enforcement, or complex contract disputes threaten financial survival, individuals and business proprietors need to find a lawyer who combines decades of procedural mastery with realistic financial restructuring strategies. Founded in 1984, Casalina and Disston has served clients across Alameda County and the greater East Bay from its offices at 409 13th Street in downtown Oakland. Led by seasoned attorney William Leeds Disston, Jr.-who has practiced law in California since 1970-the firm provides individualized, pragmatic legal guidance in bankruptcy, commercial dispute resolution, and criminal defense. Rather than passing matters to paralegals or junior associates, the attorneys personally analyze each client's financial position, crafting clear pathways out of debt.
Strategic Chapter 11 Business Reorganization and Debt Relief
Commercial enterprises facing sudden market disruptions, cash flow crises, or landlord disputes require decisive intervention to maintain operational viability. Operating as experienced bankruptcy lawyers and debt relief lawyers, Casalina and Disston represents corporate debtors, partnerships, and limited liability companies in Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings before the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California. The firm assists businesses in restructuring secured debts, rejecting burdensome commercial leases, negotiating with creditors' committees, and formulating feasible reorganization plans that preserve assets while continuing ongoing operations.
Protecting Consumers Through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Overwhelming personal debt caused by medical emergencies, job loss, or credit card balances can create intense personal stress. When families need a lawyer urgently to halt wage garnishments, prevent home foreclosures, or stop vehicle repossessions, the firm acts immediately to invoke the federal automatic stay. Serving as dedicated debt relief lawyers, Casalina and Disston helps qualifying individuals eliminate unsecured debts through Chapter 7 liquidation while protecting essential home equity and personal possessions under California statutory exemptions. For individuals with steady income, the firm designs manageable Chapter 13 repayment plans spanning three to five years, allowing clients to cure mortgage arrears and regain financial control.
Commercial Contract Disputes and Business Litigation
Contractual conflicts and partnership disagreements can disrupt business operations and endanger personal investments. Casalina and Disston serves as seasoned contract lawyers and business litigation lawyers who represent plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes. The firm handles breach of contract actions, vendor claims, partnership dissolution proceedings, and debtor-creditor litigation in California state and federal courts. With a focus on cost-effective resolution, the practice helps clients avoid prolonged court battles through strategic negotiation while maintaining complete readiness to try cases before a judge or jury.
Comprehensive Criminal Defense Advocacy
In addition to bankruptcy and commercial litigation, Casalina and Disston provides robust criminal defense representation for clients facing state or municipal charges. When criminal accusations arise, individuals who hire an attorney from the practice benefit from aggressive rights enforcement, pre-trial investigation, and courtroom defense. The firm works diligently to obtain dismissed charges, negotiated plea reductions, or alternative sentencing options, ensuring every client receives fair treatment under constitutional due process guarantees.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of the Downtown Oakland business district, situated just a block away from the active plazas of Oakland City Center.
Building Location
This is the iconic 18-story brick-and-concrete high-rise known as the Tribune Tower, located at 409 13th Street, just steps away from landmarks like Citibank and Highwire Coffee Roasters.
Parking Details
Paid public parking is available in the surrounding area, including the underground City Center Parking Garage and the Franklin 88 Public Parking lot.
Public Transit
Served by San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Red, Orange, and Yellow Lines (Bay Area); nearest stop is at 12th St. Oakland City Center Station.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the historic Tribune Tower lobby from 13th Street, take one of the passenger elevators up to the 9th floor, and you will find the offices on that level.