San Francisco Services
FedReceiver, Inc. offers expert court-appointed receivership services in San Francisco and San Francisco County. Our seasoned team is regularly appointed by courts to manage, preserve, and recover assets in complex legal proceedings. We provide efficient, transparent, and court-compliant receivership solutions that protect stakeholder interests across a range of matters, including regulatory enforcement, divorce, and judgment recovery.
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Court Receiver
A San Francisco court receiver may be appointed to oversee and manage disputed assets in civil or criminal litigation. FedReceiver ensures asset protection, business continuity, and full compliance with court directives.
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Regulatory Receiverships
Courts in San Francisco may appoint a regulatory receiver during enforcement actions involving agencies like the SEC, FTC, or CFTC. We locate and secure assets, investigate misconduct, and execute recovery plans in accordance with court orders.
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Divorce Receiver
A divorce receiver in San Francisco may be appointed in complex divorce proceedings to manage shared property or jointly owned businesses. FedReceiver provides neutral oversight and ensures compliance with all judicial requirements.
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Judgment Enforcement Receiver
When a debtor fails to pay, a judgment enforcement receiver in San Francisco may be appointed to recover assets. FedReceiver identifies, secures, and liquidates property to enforce judgments and uphold creditor rights.
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Healthcare Receiver
A healthcare receiver in San Francisco may be appointed when healthcare facilities face financial distress or operational difficulties. FedReceiver ensures compliance and oversight to protect patients, staff, and assets.
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Gas Station Receiver
A gas station receiver in San Francisco may be assigned when a business defaults or enters litigation. We manage daily operations, inventory, and financial reporting, ensuring court-aligned oversight and recovery.
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Partnership Dispute Receiver
In the event of a business conflict or litigation between partners, a partnership dispute receiver in San Francisco may be appointed. FedReceiver provides neutral management and ensures business operations remain uninterrupted.
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Hospitality Receiver
A hospitality receiver in San Francisco may be appointed for hotels, restaurants, or other properties facing mismanagement or foreclosure. FedReceiver stabilizes operations and protects asset value through court-appointed oversight.
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Business Receiver
A business receiver in San Francisco can be appointed by the court to manage companies experiencing legal disputes, insolvency, or internal conflict. We protect assets, ensure operational stability, and comply with judicial directives.
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Partition Referee
When co-owners of real estate in San Francisco cannot agree on use or division, the court may appoint a partition referee. FedReceiver handles court-ordered sales or distributions to resolve ownership conflicts fairly.
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Provisional Director
A provisional director in San Francisco may be appointed by the court to break governance deadlocks in closely held corporations. FedReceiver delivers impartial oversight to support informed decision-making and shareholder alignment.
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Real Estate Receiver
A San Francisco Real Estate Receiver may be appointed by the court to manage and safeguard property during foreclosure, disputes, or insolvency proceedings. At FedReceiver, we work to preserve and protect asset value, oversee rent collection, address management issues, and ensure full compliance with court orders and regulatory requirements while the matter is pending
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Distribution Agent
As a distribution agent in San Francisco, FedReceiver administers the fair and court-supervised distribution of recovered funds, settlements, or restitution 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 San Francisco. FedReceiver oversees estate management, debt settlement, and property distribution in accordance with California probate laws.
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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 Francisco 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 San Francisco Services
What are the responsibilities of a court-appointed receiver in San Francisco?
A court-appointed receiver in San Francisco is responsible for managing, safeguarding, and sometimes liquidating disputed assets during litigation. They act as a neutral party under court supervision to protect property, businesses, or financial assets.
Can a San Francisco receiver take control of real estate or commercial assets?
Yes. When authorized by the court, a San Francisco receiver may take possession and control of residential or commercial real estate, as well as business assets, to preserve value or prevent mismanagement.
How are court receivers appointed in San Francisco Superior Court?
Receivers are appointed by a judge following a motion by a party in litigation. The San Francisco Superior Court evaluates the need for a receiver and outlines the receiver’s powers and duties through a formal court order.
What happens after a receiver is appointed in San Francisco?
After appointment, the receiver assumes control of the assets named in the court order, notifies stakeholders, secures the property or business, and begins executing their duties. They regularly report progress to the court and interested parties.
What qualifications are required to serve as a receiver in San Francisco?
Receivers must be impartial and possess relevant professional experience in fields like law, finance, property management, or business operations. The court must approve any proposed receiver in San Francisco cases.
Can a receiver be appointed in a San Francisco divorce or partnership dispute?
Yes. In high-conflict divorces or partnership disputes, a receiver may be appointed to manage or divide shared assets—such as businesses, income-producing property, or community funds—especially when asset protection is necessary.
Can a San Francisco receiver retain attorneys or other experts?
Yes. With court approval, receivers may hire attorneys, CPAs, appraisers, or other professionals to assist with legal compliance, financial reporting, or operational support during the receivership.
What is the function of a regulatory receiver in San Francisco?
A regulatory receiver handles matters involving state or federal agencies where entities may have violated legal or regulatory requirements. In San Francisco, they are commonly used in securities, consumer fraud, or public interest cases.
Can a receiver in San Francisco hire legal counsel on behalf of the receivership estate?
Yes. If permitted by the court, a San Francisco receiver may hire legal counsel to represent the estate in lawsuits, settlements, or regulatory compliance matters related to the receivership.
What does a receiver do in gas station or convenience store cases in San Francisco?
A receiver in these cases may oversee operations, manage cash flow, ensure environmental compliance, and facilitate sale or restructuring of the business—all under court supervision.
Are San Francisco receivers allowed to sell property or business assets?
Yes. A receiver may sell assets—including real estate or business holdings—if the court grants permission. These transactions are usually subject to court oversight and must meet standards of fairness and transparency.
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
