California Services
FedReceiver, Inc. provides professional court-appointed receivership services in California. Our experienced team is routinely appointed by courts to manage, preserve, and recover assets in complex litigation matters. We specialize in delivering efficient, transparent, and court-compliant solutions that protect stakeholder interests across a range of legal scenarios, including regulatory enforcement, divorce, and judgment collection.
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Court Receiver
A California court receiver may be appointed to manage disputed assets in civil and criminal cases. FedReceiver ensures assets are protected, businesses stay operational, and court directives are followed.
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Regulatory Receiverships
Courts may appoint a regulatory receiver in California in enforcement actions involving agencies like the SEC, FTC, or CFTC. We track down and secure assets, investigate misconduct, and carry out court-approved recovery plans.
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Divorce Receiver
A divorce receiver in California may be appointed in complex divorces to oversee shared property or businesses. FedReceiver ensures neutral oversight and compliance with court orders.
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Judgment Enforcement Receiver
When a party fails to pay, a judgment enforcement receiver in California can be appointed to collect. We locate, secure, and liquidate assets to satisfy judgments and protect creditor rights.
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Healthcare Receiver
A healthcare receiver in California may be appointed when facilities face financial distress due to defaulted loans or face difficulties with current management. FedReceiver provides neutral oversight to ensure assets are protected and operations remain compliant.
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Gas Station Receiver
A gas station receiver in California may be appointed when a business defaults or enters litigation. FedReceiver takes control of daily operations, inventory, and financial assets, ensuring neutral management and court-aligned recovery for stakeholders.
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Partnership Dispute Receiver
A partnership dispute receiver in California may be appointed when business partners are deadlocked or in litigation. FedReceiver ensures business continuity and neutral management while legal matters are resolved.
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Hospitality Receiver
When hospitality properties face foreclosure, mismanagement, or financial instability, a hospitality receiver in California may be appointed to take control. We manage operations of hotels, motels, and restaurants to stabilize performance and preserve value.
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Business Receiver
A business receiver in California can be assigned by the court to oversee troubled companies during disputes, defaults, or insolvency. FedReceiver protects business assets, restores operational integrity, and ensures compliance with court directives.
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Partition Referee
A partition referee in California is appointed when co-owners of real estate cannot agree on the use or division of property. We handle court-ordered sales or distributions of assets to resolve ownership disputes fairly and efficiently.
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Provisional Director
A provisional director in Califronia is designated by the court to resolve governance deadlocks in closely held corporations. FedReceiver brings impartial oversight to guide companies toward operational decisions and shareholder alignment.
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Distribution Agent
As a distribution agent in California, FedReceiver manages the fair and court-supervised distribution of recovered assets, class action settlements, or restitution funds to beneficiaries and creditors.
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Probate Administrator
When no executor is named or able to serve, the court may appoint a probate administrator in California. FedReceiver ensures estate assets are managed, debts are settled, and property is distributed in accordance with probate laws.
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Reach out to us via our contact page or call our office.
Set an Appointment
An initial call will allow for an initial assessment of the proposed case.
Sample Pleadings/Orders
With approximately 800 cases, FedReceiver has a vast library of exemplars including motions seeking appointment of receiver, orders appointing receiver and memorandum of points & authorities.
References
We offer excellent references with local and national law firms, accounting firms and clients.
Court Experience
Given our decades of experience and hundreds of cases, we have appeared in state/federal court and have excellent relationships with numerous courts/judges.
Get to know our expert California Team
With prior experience as President of the California Receivers Forum (CRF) Los Angeles/Orange County Chapter, President of the National Association of Federal Equity Receivers (NAFER), panel members at receiver conferences, we are leaders in our industry.
Receivers Stephen Donell, James Donell, Todd Donell and Sarah Bates have collectively worked on 800+ receiver/partition cases. With a specialty in complex partnership disputes, the team also is appointed in connection with defaulted real estate loans, business loans, divorce, judgment enforcement, health & safety, regulatory and charging orders.
Offices
Los Angeles
12121 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 710
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: 310.207.8481
Stephen J. Donell Los Angeles
President of FedReceiver, Inc., Jalmar Properties, Inc. and Donell Expert Services, Inc.
Todd D. Donell Los Angeles
Executive Vice President of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
James H. Donell Los Angeles
Founder and CEO of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
Sarah R. Bates Los Angeles
Vice President of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
Common FAQs about our California Services
What does a court-appointed receiver do in California?
A court-appointed receiver in California is a neutral third party assigned by a judge to manage, preserve, or liquidate property or business interests involved in litigation. Their goal is to prevent waste, mismanagement, or loss of value while the case is being resolved.
When is a receiver typically appointed in California?
Receivers are commonly appointed in cases involving business disputes, real estate foreclosures, divorce proceedings, partnership dissolutions, regulatory enforcement, and fraud. The court determines when receivership is necessary to protect the integrity of the assets.
How is a receiver appointed in California?
A party in a lawsuit files a motion requesting the appointment of a receiver. If the court agrees that receivership is warranted, it issues an order specifying the scope of the receiver’s authority and responsibilities.
What happens once a receiver is appointed in California?
The receiver takes immediate control of the designated property or business operations. They notify relevant parties, secure the assets, and begin executing the duties outlined in the court order. They also provide regular reports to the court.
Can a receiver manage or sell real estate in California?
California receivers must be impartial and possess relevant experience—often in law, finance, property management, or business operations. Courts typically appoint professionals or firms that demonstrate expertise in handling complex or high-value assets.
Can a receiver operate a business in California during litigation?
Yes. Receivers in California are often tasked with operating businesses during a legal dispute such as gas stations, apartment buildings, retail stores, or partnerships to preserve their value and ensure continued compliance.
Can a California receiver hire legal or financial experts?
Absolutely. A receiver may, with court permission, retain attorneys, accountants, brokers, or other professionals to assist with operations, asset sales, financial reporting, or litigation support.
What is a regulatory receiver in California?
A regulatory receiver is appointed in cases involving government agencies such as the SEC, FTC, or California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. They are responsible for managing assets and operations of entities accused of fraud or misconduct.
Can a California receiver represent the estate in court?
Yes. With the court’s approval, a receiver may engage legal counsel to file or defend lawsuits, respond to claims, and protect the interests of the receivership estate.
Are receiverships limited to one type of case in California?
No. California courts appoint receivers in a wide variety of civil cases including real estate disputes, secured creditor actions, probate, and marital property disputes, as well as enforcement of judgments.
Review the chapter authored by Mr. Donell
Reviving the Financially Distressed Business
Reviving The Financially Distressed Business is the essential guide for business owners and corporate leaders whose companies are under—or anticipating—financial difficulties. See Chapter 11, Receiverships, written by Court Receiver Stephen Donell, CCIM, CPM
Steve Donell’s contribution to the book “Reviving a Financially Distressed Business” reflects not only his expertise as a receiver, but his sound judgment on how receivership can be used to effectively advance a financially troubled business.”
– Brian Davidoff, Esq. Author and Editor
