Philadelphia bankruptcy lawyer helping people in financial trouble see the light at the end of the tunnel by stopping debt collection harassment, during and after Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Specialties: Chapter 7 bankruptcy; Chapter 13 bankruptcy; sue debt collectors for harassment and violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practice Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and related consumer protection laws.
Practice areas
Bankruptcy Lawyers at Dunne Law Offices are dedicated to protecting the rights of consumers. Bankruptcy laws help people who can no longer pay their creditors get a fresh start.
13 years
Languages spoken
English
Dunne Law Offices P.C.
1515 Market Street
Suite 1200
Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Dunne Law Offices, P.C.
600 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting Exec. Campus, Ste 400
Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462
Dunne Law Offices, P.C.
Two Bala Plaza, Suite 300
Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004
Dunne Law Offices, P.C.
102 Pickering Way, Suite 200
Exton, PA, 19341
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 2009 | 01/02/2021 |
MA | Retired | 2008 | 09/16/2019 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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2013 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars List | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
2013 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers List | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Top Attorneys in Pennsylvania - Rising Stars | Philadelphia Magazine | 2013 |
2012 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2012 |
2012 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Pennsylvania Outstanding Young Lawyer | Philadelphia Magazine | 2012 |
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Top Lawyers 2012 | Main Line Today magazine | 2012 |
2009 Pro Bono Attorney Award | Philadelphia Bar Association | 2010 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 - Client Review Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
Accredited Veterans Service Representative | Department of Veterans Affairs | 2010 |
Certificate of Recognition from Philadelphia VIP | Philadelphia VIP | 2010 |
CALI Securities Regulation Scholarship | CALI | 2004 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania State Chair | National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | 2015 - Present |
Arbitrator | Philadelphia Arbitration Center | 2009 - Present |
Managing Partner | Dunne Law Offices, P.C. | 2008 - Present |
Volunteer Bankruptcy Attorney | Philadelphia Consumer Bankruptcy Project | 2009 - 2011 |
Sergeant | United States Army | 1997 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The National Association of Consumer Advocates | Member | 2012 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2009 - Present |
Philadelphia Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Philadelphia Bar Association, Business Law Section | Member | 2009 - Present |
Philadelphia Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section | Member | 2009 - Present |
American Bar Association, Business Law Section | Member | 2009 - Present |
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American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section | Member | 2009 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Pennsylvania State Chair | 2015 - 2016 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Philadelphia Daily News | The tale of the bankruptcies | 2010 |
Philadelphia Daily News | The tale of the bankruptcies | 2010 |
Dunne Law Offices, P.C. | Best Philadelphia Bankruptcy Attorney | 2010 |
Dunne Law Offices, P.C. | The Philadelphia Bankruptcy Attorney | 2010 |
Dunne Law Offices Blog | Bankruptcy Law | 2009 |
Dunne Law Offices, P.C. | Philadelphia Bankruptcy Attorney | 2009 |
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School name | Degree | Graduated |
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New England School of Law | Juris Doctor | 2005 |
Pennsylvania State University | Bachelor of Science | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Estate Planning | Estate Planning | 2010 |
Living Well in Philadelphia | Living Will's | 2009 |
Environmental Action Committee | Environmental Consciousness In Philadelphia | 2009 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Veteran's Appeal | Victory for the U.S. Veteran |
Pro Bono Bankruptcy | $35,631.00 of consumer debt erased in a Chapter 7 case. |
Consumer Bankruptcy | $285,469.00 of consumer debt erased in a Chapter 7 case. |
Consumer Bankruptcy | $244,487.90 of consumer debt erased in a Chapter 7 case. |
Business Bankruptcy | $683,583.09 of business debt erased in a Chapter 7 case. |
Consumer Bankruptcy | $232,673.51 of consumer debt erased in a Chapter 7 case. |
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Over $20,000 of debt discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Over $500,000 of debt discharged in Chapter 7 |
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case | Stopped a Foreclosure of Clients Home |
Consumer Bankruptcy Case | Over $39,0000.00 of Credit Card Debt Discharged. |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Over $25,0000.00 of Credit Card Debt Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case | Discharged |
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Sean Mays, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 6, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Having witnessed his advocacy first hand, I can say that if I needed a lawyer I would absolutely trust Stephen. Very experienced lawyer and gets great results.
Jay Lowenthal, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer. Stephen is a superb bankruptcy attorney who sincerely cares about the people he serves. Both knowledgeable and personable - he is a great choice.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Bruce Chasan, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am pleased to endorse Stephen Dunne. He has a wealth of experience in bankruptcy law, and he's a "go-to" guy when I have a bankruptcy matter or a referral client."
Great asset to the legal community. Very hard worker and make sure he gets the best results for his clients.
Daniel Mueller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen Dunne is a highly knowledgeable and effective attorney in the areas of bankruptcy and consumer law. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly to obtain the best possible results for them. I endorse him without reservation.
Joseph Lento, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Dunne is highly knowledgeable about bankruptcy law and he helps his clients successfully navigate the oftentimes complicated bankruptcy process.
Daniel DeLiberty, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Dunne is a dedicated and diligent advocate. I endorse this lawyer. He has a thorough knowledge of bankruptcy law.
Paul Silver, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jul 26, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Steve quite recently. Steve is quite personable and is a very hard-working attorney and is a strong advocate for his clients. He is quite accessible and returns phone calls promptly. He has a good knowledge of bankruptcy law.
Mr. Dunne is an attorney who works hard to obtain the best possible result for his clients. He is a valuable contributor to the AVVO community and I endorse his work.
Christian Lassen, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Dec 19, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Excellent lawyer.
Jason Ware, Antitrust and trade law Attorney on Jun 23, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Stephen is a hardworking, dedicated attorney. He takes his work seriously and is accountable to the client. I recommend his services.
Rose Rameau, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 30, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse Mr. Dunne as a bankruptcy practitioner. I would confidently entrust the affairs of friends and family to Stephen's hands.
Sophia Samuels-Ellis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 30, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen is very passionate about his work and the people he serves.
Michael Schoen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 30, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I am pleased to have the opportunity to endorse Stephen Dunne. Mr. Dunne provides excellent personal service and provides excellent legal representation and advice to those experiencing a very stressful time in their lives. He makes the process as simple and stress free as possible. Mr. Dunne is an attorney of character and integrity and has always strived to produce the best results for his clients in every case.
Sufei Hu, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Apr 29, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
I am pleased to have the opportunity to endorse Attorney Stephen M. Dunne. Stephen is an active member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and stays current on developments in the law, which enhances his ability to find a creative solution for the problems his clients face. I highly recommend this attorney for any bankruptcy-related matter.
Edward Levine, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 12, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Stephen Dunne is an aggressive consumer bankruptcy lawyer who fights the good fight and is not afraid to take on the banking industry. He is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and volunteers in several organizations that champion the cause of consumer debtors.