Attorney Chenelle joined Perkins & Anctil, P.C., in 2011, is a Partner of the firm and serves as the Director of the Lien Enforcement and Bankruptcy Departments. He is well-known and respected in the legal community and is known for his ability to think creatively when solving complex legal matters at both the State and Federal levels.
Attorney Chenelle is known as a fierce advocate and has represented thousands of individual consumer and business clients in both the State and Federal courts including the United States Bankruptcy Court. He works closely with our clients in an empathic manner and draws from his decades of experience when advising and guiding clients through the legal process.
He is an active member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, New Hampshire Bar Association, past Co-Chair of the Worcester Bar Association’s Bankruptcy Section for 7 years; a member of the Local Rules Committee for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Massachusetts; the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA); the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) for which he lectures at ABI conferences; is the Chair and Member of the Client Security Board of the Supreme Judicial Court; and has been appointed by the Supreme Judicial Court as a Commissioner in Attorney Suspension cases.
In his earlier professional career, Attorney Chenelle spent 14 years in the manufacturing industry working as an engineer and manager for various defense contractors. Thereafter he received his Juris Doctorate in 1995.
Practice areas
An advocate in the representation of consumer, commercial and business clients in the United States Bankruptcy Court. My practice involves all aspects of bankruptcy including cases filed as Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13. I am dedicated to helping you regain control of your finances and ultimately, your life. I provide personalized, dedicated service to my clients who are overburdened by debt and wish to make a clean financial start.
27 years, 3,400 cases
An advocate in the representation of consumer, commercial and business clients in the United States Bankruptcy Court. My practice involves all aspects of bankruptcy including cases filed as Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13. I am dedicated to helping you regain control of your finances and ultimately, your life. I provide personalized, dedicated service to my clients who are overburdened by debt and wish to make a clean financial start.
27 years, 925 cases
An advocate in the representation of the commercial and business clients in the United States Bankruptcy Court. My practice involves all aspects of bankruptcy including cases filed as Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13. I am dedicated to helping you regain control of your finances and ultimately, your life. I provide personalized, dedicated service to my clients who are overburdened by debt and wish to make a clean financial start.
27 years, 250 cases
An advocate in the representation of consumer, commercial and business clients in the United States Bankruptcy Court. My practice involves all aspects of bankruptcy including cases filed as Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13. I am dedicated to helping you regain control of your finances and ultimately, your life. I provide personalized, dedicated service to my clients who are overburdened by debt and wish to make a clean financial start.
16 years, 34 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NH | Active | 1996 | 02/14/2012 |
MA | Active | 1995 | 05/30/2022 |
Legal answers | 34 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Pro Bono Publico Service Award | US Bankruptcy Court District of MA | 2020 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Perkins & Anctil, P.C. | 2011 - Present |
Partner | D'Amico & Chenelle | 2007 - 2011 |
Partner | Mitchell & Chenelle, P.C. | 1997 - 2006 |
Attorney | Basbanes & Chenelle | 1995 - 1997 |
Senior Engineer | General Dynamics Corp. | 1983 - 1993 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Client Security Board of the Supreme Judicial Court of MA | Chair | 2018 - Present |
Local Rules Committee, District of MA, Bankruptcy Court | Memeber | 2015 - Present |
American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | 2009 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2009 - Present |
New Hampshire Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
Worcester County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section | Co-chair | 2011 - 2018 |
Worcester County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section | Executive Board | 2010 - 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Massachusetts School of Law at Andover | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
University of New Haven | MBA - Master of Business Administration | 1989 |
University of Massachusetts, Lowell | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1979 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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New England Bankruptcy Law Conference 2017 | Consumer Panel: Disappearing Exemptions in Consumer Cases | 2017 |
New Hampshire Expo | Condominium Law Review | 2017 |
ABI Northeast Consumer Forum | The Storm II: Remain Calm and Carry On | 2013 |
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Kathleen Fahey, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 5, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney David Chenelle is the premier expert in the area of bankruptcy law in this community. He is very generous in his willingness to share his expansive knowledge of bankruptcy practice and procedure. Attorney Chenelle is very professional and goes above and beyond to assist his clients. He also works tirelessly for the bankruptcy section of the Worcester Bar Association, always bringing current issues and speakers to the meetings. I am very fortunate to have David as a colleague and will continue to recommend him to those seeking bankruptcy advice and guidance.
Karen Davis, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David Chenelle has a wealth of knowledge in the bankruptcy field. He has been a source for me many times when I have come across issues with bankruptcy filings. He is always willing to share his knowledge and expertise. All of me dealings with Dave have been pleasant and professional. I have yet to come across a bankruptcy issue that Dave does not know the answer to. I am grateful for his generous sharing of knowledge and time. I have, and will continue to refer clients to Dave as I am confident in his ability to represent them.
Ginger Kelly, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney David Chenelle is one of the best attorneys in our area. He leads our County Bankruptcy Bar and is quick to help other attorneys with questions. I have never heard anything but great reviews about his work. He has a wealth of knowledge and is a very trusted and respected attorney in our community. I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Casey, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the pleasure of being a colleague of Attorney Chenelle. I am very familiar with his work in the bankruptcy field. Attorney Chenelle has also been very generous with me in sharing his knowledge of bankruptcy. Attorney Chenelle is one of the premier bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts. He possesses keen analytic skills that allow him to grasp key facts and issues involved in a client's case. He has a deep fund of knowledge of bankruptcy law. Bankruptcy law if very complicated and dynamic. Attorney Chenelle has the ability to creatively apply his knowledge to solve thorny bankruptcy problems.
Nicholas Thalheimer, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have found David to be very knowledgable with respect to bankruptcy. When I have a bankruptcy issue or question come up in my practice I do not hesitate in referring David to my clients for assistance with all things Bankruptcy.
Trista Christensen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have know David on a personal and professional level for more than 20 years. David is extremely knowledgeable in the area of Bankruptcy law. David is very professional and is willing to go above and beyond for his clients and colleagues. David has been an excellent source of information for me in my bankruptcy practice. He responds quickly to any and all questions I may have as well as questions his clients have. I know David to be a caring and thoughtful individual. I have referred client's to David and he has treated them with respect and kept them informed of their case. David is a well respected Bankruptcy Attorney among members of the bench and bar. If you are in need of a Bankruptcy Attorney, I would highly recommend David.
Robert Kovacs, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Chenelle is a well experienced attorney that is active in the community and donates his time to help improve the legal profession for all.
Robert George, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on May 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I met David Chenelle a few years back over a rather sticky issue that I really had no idea how to unravel. David did. In fact, he not only unraveled it for me, he did so simply because I asked. I was a young attorney who needed a little help. David didn’t hesitate. That’s who he is – a kind, generous and gifted attorney. There is no one in his field who is more respected than he is. David is the lawyer who other lawyers call for advice. He knows not only the substance of the law, but how to make it work to his clients’ advantage. At court, he is a highly regarded advocate. He is known by both bar and bench as someone to be reckoned with. I know from the referrals I have sent to David over the years that he promptly returns phone calls, he clearly explains the benefits of different strategies and he values a client’s input. There is no attorney I can recommend more highly than David Chenelle, and it my pleasure to do so.
Kevin Davis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known David Chenelle for about 4 years and have been impressed with his vast knowledge of bankruptcy law and procedure. David has mentored me in my own bankruptcy law practice and has been very generous with his time in offering insight regarding complex issues of bankruptcy. David has continuously offered his expertise for no other reason than to assist a colleague. He is professional, personable and dedicated to the practice of bankruptcy law. I truly value our relationship and I would highly recommend David to others looking for competent legal guidance in bankruptcy law.
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