
ATTORNEYS
Erica Loftis-Pacheco
Attorney

PHONE
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Business Litigation
Strategic Litigation, Tailored for Results
Erica Loftis Pacheco is a business and construction litigation attorney with extensive experience in both state and federal courts. Before joining Lanak & Hanna, she represented major lending institutions in complex bankruptcy and mortgage litigation, appearing in thousands of cases.
Erica leverages her deep courtroom experience to help clients navigate legal challenges with confidence. She focuses on creating tailored litigation strategies to maximize recovery and mitigate risk.
Outside the office, Erica enjoys life in Mission Viejo with her husband, David, and their two young sons, balancing her strategic mindset with the joys of family life.
Education
B.S., Bates College, 2003
J.D., Whittier Law School, 2008
Admissions
California, 2008
Washington, 2011
Texas, 2022
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit BAP
All California District and Bankruptcy Courts
All Washington District and Bankruptcy Courts
Colorado District and Bankruptcy Courts
Nebraska District and Bankruptcy Courts
Memberships
Orange County Bar Association
Published Articles
“The Post Petition Fee Notice: Ant or Elephant?” ALFN 2023 Angle, Vol 10, Issue 1
“Yanova’s Opportunities for Standing Continue to Constrict as Ninth Circuit Joins in Quest to Define Voidable Assignments” UTA Summer 2018 Newsletter Featured Article