About Leonora
Leonora Gorelik is a dedicated attorney based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in family law, bankruptcy, consumer law, and estate planning. Since beginning her legal career in 2006, Ms. Gorelik is known for her expertise and commitment to her clients. She graduated from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, in 2006, finishing in the top 10% of her class—evidence of her hard work and dedication. Prior to her legal education, she earned her undergraduate degree in Management Science from the University of California, San Diego, laying a strong foundation for her analytical skills. After completing her law degree, Ms. Gorelik served as an extern for the Honorable Samuel L.
Bufford at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Downtown Los Angeles. This experience provided her with invaluable insights into the details of bankruptcy law. Following her externship, she completed a fellowship in the Consumer Division at the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, where she worked in consumer rights and advocacy. Her early career also included a position at the Sharf Law Firm in Encino, California, where she focused specifically on bankruptcy law, further honing her skills in this area. In 2006, Ms. Gorelik established her own practice, the Law Offices of Leonora Gorelik, located at 3835 Hayvenhurst Ave, Encino, CA 91436.
Her firm is dedicated to providing personalized legal representation to individuals and small businesses. She emphasizes efficient and timely legal assistance tailored to each client's needs and budget. This approach has allowed her to build lasting relationships within the community and to effectively serve her clients. Active in her professional community, Ms. Gorelik is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) and the Beverly Hills Bar Association. She regularly contributes her time and expertise by volunteering at the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law and the HIV and AIDS Legal Services Alliance (HALSA). Additionally, she has shared her knowledge by teaching courses on personal bankruptcy for LawReview CLE and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, helping to educate others in the field.
Fluent in Russian, Ms. Gorelik emigrated from Belarus with her family in 1989, bringing a diverse perspective to her practice. Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys hiking with her black lab, Annie, at Runyon Canyon, embracing the natural beauty of Los Angeles. Through her work and community involvement, Leonora Gorelik continues to make a meaningful impact in the lives of her clients and the broader community.
