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San Diego Services

FedReceiver, Inc. provides professional court-appointed receivership services throughout San Diego. Our experienced team is frequently appointed by courts to manage, preserve, and recover assets in complex legal matters. We offer efficient, transparent, and court-compliant solutions that safeguard stakeholder interests across various scenarios, including regulatory enforcement, divorce, and judgment collection.

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  • Court Receiver

    A San Diego court receiver may be appointed to manage disputed assets in civil or criminal proceedings. FedReceiver protects those assets, keeps operations running smoothly, and ensures strict adherence to court directives.

  • Regulatory Receiverships

    In San Diego, courts may appoint a regulatory receiver in enforcement actions involving agencies like the SEC, FTC, or CFTC. We trace and secure assets, investigate misconduct, and execute court-approved recovery plans.

  • Divorce Receiver

    A divorce receiver in San Diego may be appointed in contentious divorce cases involving shared property or jointly owned businesses. FedReceiver provides neutral oversight and ensures compliance with judicial orders.

  • Judgment Enforcement Receiver

    If a judgment goes unpaid, a judgment enforcement receiver in San Diego may be assigned to recover assets. FedReceiver locates, secures, and liquidates property to fulfill court judgments and protect creditor interests.

  • Healthcare Receiver

    A healthcare receiver in San Diego may be appointed when a medical facility faces financial hardship or operational issues. FedReceiver offers neutral oversight to stabilize operations and maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Gas Station Receiver

    A gas station receiver in San Diego 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.

  • Partnership Dispute Receiver

    When partners in a San Diego business reach a stalemate or enter litigation, a partnership dispute receiver may be appointed. FedReceiver ensures business continuity and neutral decision-making throughout the legal process.

  • Hospitality Receiver

    A hospitality receiver in San Diego may be appointed to manage hotels, motels, or restaurants facing financial instability or foreclosure. FedReceiver steps in to stabilize performance and protect asset value through court-supervised management.

  • Business Receiver

    In San Diego, a business receiver may be appointed to oversee companies in distress due to disputes, defaults, or insolvency. We safeguard assets, restore operations, and ensure compliance with court orders.

  • Partition Referee

    A partition referee in San Diego may be designated when co-owners of real estate cannot agree on property use or division. FedReceiver facilitates court-ordered sales or distributions to resolve these disputes efficiently.

  • Provisional Director

    A provisional director in San Diego may be appointed by the court to resolve deadlocks in closely held corporations. FedReceiver brings impartial leadership to help businesses make critical decisions and realign shareholder interests.

  • Distribution Agent

    As a distribution agent in San Diego, FedReceiver oversees the fair and transparent court-supervised distribution of recovered assets, settlement funds, or restitution payments to beneficiaries and creditors.

  • Probate Administrator

    When no executor is available or able to serve, the court may appoint a probate administrator in San Diego. FedReceiver manages estate assets, settles debts, and distributes property according to California probate law.

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Clients Who Trusted Us

As an attorney representing secured creditors who provide C&I loans, I have needed to seek the appointment of a receiver due to loan defaults. Stephen Donell, Receiver, is a take-charge, dependable and results-oriented professional with whom we have a long-standing history. We highly recommend his services as receiver to other lenders and creditors.

Attorney, San Francisco CA
San Francisco, CA

As lenders’ counsel, our firm has worked with FedReceiver, Inc. for many years in connection with real property defaults and several cases involving the appointment of a Receiver. Mr. Donell and his team have distinguished themselves as knowledgeable and effective court appointed receivers.

Attorney, Los Angeles CA
Beverly Hills, CA

Our firm has had multiple opportunities to work with the professionals at FedReceiver and the results have been extremely positive in all of our partition referee and receivership matters.

Attorney, Los Angeles CA
Los Angeles, CA

I have worked with Stephen Donell in multiple cases where he was appointed as receiver over assets secured by loans originated from our lending institution. Mr. Donell’s expertise and experience have been invaluable in the protection of the bank’s loan security.

Lender, Orange County CA
Orange County, CA

Mr. Donell has served as court-appointed Receiver in multiple matters in connection with partnership litigation filed by our firm. Mr. Donell has demonstrated his knowledge regarding asset preservation, forensic investigations, and fiduciary duty violations, and his actions have resulted in positive results for my clients’ interests.

Attorney, Los Angeles CA
Los Angeles, CA

Mr. Donell demonstrated his knowledge and skill related to slum-like conditions and the applicable standard of care. His testimony was instrumental in our firm achieving a very positive result. I would highly recommend the services of Mr. Donell.

Plaintiff’s Attorney, San Francisco CA
San Francisco, CA

Stephen Donell was retained by our firm in connection with a personal injury case. His analysis and involvement in the case assisted us in achieving our goals and objectives in the defense of the case.

Defense Attorney, Los Angeles CA
Los Angeles, CA

We utilized the services of Stephen Donell and relied on his vast knowledge in the area of receivership administration to assist us with our case.

Attorney, San Diego CA
San Diego, CA

Steve Donell recently advised me on a complex matter involving a receivership. He is so knowledgeable and so responsive. I would highly recommend FedReceiver to anyone who either needs a receivership or finds themselves in the crosshairs of one.

Eliza Ghanooni, Los Angeles CA
Los Angeles, CA

How we work together

Reach out

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 San Diego 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.

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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 San Diego Services

What are the responsibilities of a court-appointed receiver in San Diego?

A court-appointed receiver in San Diego is a neutral third party who manages, preserves, or liquidates assets during litigation. Their responsibilities may include collecting rents, overseeing businesses, protecting property, or selling assets as directed by the court.

Can a receiver in San Diego take control of business operations or real estate?

Yes. Depending on the court order, a San Diego receiver may take control of real estate properties, business operations, or other assets. This is often done to stabilize financial matters, prevent waste, or ensure compliance with court directives.

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How is a court receiver appointed in San Diego County?

A receiver is appointed by a judge upon motion by a party to a legal proceeding. The court evaluates the need for receivership and issues an order outlining the receiver’s powers and duties specific to the San Diego County case.

What happens after a receiver is appointed by a San Diego court?

Once appointed, the receiver takes immediate control of the identified assets. They notify parties involved, secure the property or business, and begin carrying out the duties assigned in the court’s order—often providing regular reports to the court and stakeholders.

What qualifications are required to act as a receiver in San Diego?

Receivers in San Diego are typically professionals with experience in law, finance, property management, or business operations. They must be impartial and capable of fulfilling the court’s directives. Court approval is required for any appointment.

When might a receiver be appointed in a San Diego divorce case?

In complex or contested divorce cases, a receiver may be appointed to manage jointly owned assets—such as businesses, rental properties, or community funds—when one or both parties are not cooperating or when asset protection is necessary.

Is a receiver allowed to hire legal or financial experts in San Diego?

Yes. With court approval, a San Diego receiver may retain attorneys, accountants, property managers, or other experts to help carry out their duties effectively and efficiently in accordance with the receivership order.

What is the role of a regulatory receiver in San Diego County?

A regulatory receiver is appointed in matters involving government agencies—such as SEC, FTC, or state regulators—to take control of entities that violate laws or regulations. They work to preserve assets, investigate wrongdoing, and recover funds for victims.

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Can a San Diego receiver retain legal counsel on behalf of the receivership estate?

Yes. The receiver may engage legal counsel, subject to court approval, to assist with litigation, asset recovery, or regulatory compliance related to the receivership estate in San Diego.

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What does a gas station receiver do in San Diego cases?

A gas station receiver in San Diego may oversee operations, ensure compliance with environmental regulations, manage financials, and prepare the business for sale or transfer. Their role is to preserve value and maintain operational integrity during legal proceedings.

Review the chapter authored by Mr. Donell

Reviving the financially distressed business book by written by Receiver Stephen Donell, CCIM, CPM

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

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