David Mark Offen

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David Mark Offen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Foreclosure

601 Walnut St., Suite 160 West, Philadelphia, PA

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About David

Biography

I have filed over 12,000 bankruptcy cases to help individuals and families get a fresh start.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

41 years | 11,000 cases

50%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

41 years

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

41 years

20%
Foreclosure 10%

41 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1984

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of David M. Offen

601 Walnut St., Suite 160 West, Philadelphia, PA, 19106

getfreeofbills.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find David online.

David Mark Offen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

108 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 22 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by steve | September 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

David is the best of the best. Hire him

Before I hired David I talked with several other lawyers.. Not a single one came close to the expert advice, kindness and compassion . He is the best of the best. He called me back almost immediately and talked extensively on how he could help me. Every other lawyer wanted me to come in first. W...hen I did they gave me a very limited idea on how they could help. They were only concerned with their fee. Today it it more than two years later and he is still helping me. Bottom line his advice was spot on and in fact actually better than he promised. David is the best. Use him he is a gem.

Posted by TEE BEE | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

AMAZING AND RESPECTFUL LAWYER DAVID OFFEN

David Offen is an amazing and reputable bankruptcy lawyer. We were sinking and losing everything when I met David. He was very helpful from the start to the end of our case. His passion to see his client get out of debt is beyond imagination. His office staffs are very professional and respectful. ...Whenever we needed clarification on our case, David was there to answer our questions. Without him, we would have lost our house today. David constantly proved clarity in explaining what transpires during a bankruptcy process. His attitudes to managing our proceedings were highly professional and respectful while we were going through some stressful times. He exceeded our expectations with his talent, flexibility, and commitment to making the process as stress-free as possible. He has taught us how to turn this negative into a positive, and it's working to our advantage. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMAND DAVID TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY WHO NEED A GOOD LAWYER. THANK YOU SO MUCH DAVID. YOUR EFFORTS AND COMMITMENTS IN HANDLING OUR BANKRUPTCY CARE ARE HIGLY APPRECIATED.

Posted by Trécey | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!!

When I met David, my life was spiraling out-of-control. My home was in foreclosure and literally days away from Sheriff's Sale. My vehicle was on the brink of repossession. And, I was drowning in thousands of dollars of debt. All while battling my second breast cancer diagnosis, and while trying to a...ttend college orientation tours with my son who had recently graduated high school, and while trying to provide moral support for my mother who had recently been diagnosed with breast cancer as well. WHAT A MESS!!! David immediately went to work and stopped ALL the collection activity, the demand letters, the creditor calls, and the Sheriff's sale. IHe helped me retain my home and vehicle, but more importantly, he gave me peace of mind during the darkest time of my life. David is remarkable! He's very personable and compassionate! His work ethic is awesome! He personally returns calls...well after regular business hours if needed!! David is a LIFESAVER!!! THANK YOU!!!

Posted by Thomas | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing

David is amazing, I came to him at a rough time in my life. I was going through a divorce and just moved home to take care of my folks. He was super nice and explained everything to me. I would call him in a panic and he would always calm me down and say don't worry. He will always take your call ...and never charges you for calling him. He is very honest and down to earth. I tell people to what he tells you and everything will be fine. I would highly recommend him to anyone. On a different note David was working with my father to help him file bankruptcy and my father passed away before he could finish. I called David and he had me come to his office and he refunded me the down payment my father paid him. He was very sympathetic and asked me if I needed anything. I don't know any lawyer who would refund money after the person had died. That says a lot about his character. David is currently helping me with another situation following my father's passing. He is a great lawyer and amazing person.

Posted by Janet | November 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Hard working Attorney

We are writing this review in support of David. We have gotten to know David both as our attorney and friend over the past 3 years. In both capacities, we've been impressed with David as an articulate, perceptive, and hard working attorney. He constantly demonstrated clarity in explaining what transp...ires during a bankruptcy process. His approach to managing our proceedings were highly professional, and respectful while we were going through some stressful times. He exceeded our expectations with his ability, adaptability, and dedication to making the process as stress-free as possible. He has taught us how to turn this negative into a positive, and it's working to our advantage. Thank you David.

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Aryeh Stein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am familiar with Mr. Offen's work ethic and legal expertise, and I endorse Mr. Offen without reservation. I am confident that anyone hiring Mr. Offen will be impressed by Mr. Offen's professionalism, patience and ability."

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Leona Mogavero

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Dubrow

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I heartily endorse Mr. Offen. Through mutual clients and referrals I have made to him, I have seen Mr. Offen's expertise and empathy of his clients' matters. He is trustworthy and his bill is extremely reasonable. A real find, because Mr. Offen is a real mentsch."

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Michael Cataldo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.David and I both represent debtors . I respect him for his many , many years of high quality service to Debtors . He is also incredibly professional and courteous."

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Arthur Panza

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David Offen for over twenty years. He is a man of Honor and Integrity. He practices primarily in the area of Bankruptcy Law. Toward that end, he is a tireless advocate on behalf of his clients. I have referred prospective clients to Mr. Offen and will continue to do so without reservation. I endorse Mr. Offen."

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Samuel Cohen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.David Offen is one of the finest lawyers I have ever met. He is well versed in the vagaries of the Bankruptcy Law. Through meticulous preparation and encyclopedic knowledge of the field, David carefully represents each client individually. He does not use "cookie cutter" techniques but, rather crafts an individual plan for each client to assure the best result possible. David is a true credit to our profession."

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Ben Kasirer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Outstanding client service, with much specialized expertise in bankruptcy. He always exceeds the expectations of his clients. He is widely respected in the field, and is a person of outstanding integrity."

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Gerald Pomerantz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred numerous clients and friends to David Offen and without exception they have thanked me for his skill and concern as well as prompt action which has taken a heavy burden from their lives. A++++"

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Jonathan James

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a conscientious hard working attorney with the highest degree of ethical integrity and a mastery of the laws of bankruptcy."

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Joel Lubell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is honest, loyal, discrete and highly professional and will handle your matter as if you are his sole client."

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Daniel Harris

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very thorough attorney who puts helping clients get out of debt - both with and without bankruptcy as his first priority. He is highly experienced and looks to always give the best advice possible. Many people who have come in to him looking for file bankruptcy are told it is not the best thing to do or the best time to file. Other people did not believe bankruptcy could help their situation and attorney Offen has filed bankruptcy for them and helped change their lives in a very positive way. They have said retaining Attorney Offen was one of the best moves of their life."

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Robert Horwitz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have seen his work for over 20 years. He has helped thousands of individuals, couples and families to enjoy a better life and get out of debt. He is well known in the bankruptcy court. He makes people who are unhappy about their situation feel much better after they have met with him. If only more attorneys were like him and his level of compassion!"

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Robert Land

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Offen is a very compassionate lawyer. His clients come to his office with great angst and leave with a sense of relief and hope regarding their financial condition"

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Aryeh Stein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Cataldo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edelina Schuman

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2020

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Top 3 Bankruptcy Lawyers in Philadelphia, Three Best Rated

2019

Top 3 Bankruptcy Lawyers in Philadelphia, Three Best Rated

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2019

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2019

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 3 Bankruptcy Lawyers in Philadelphia, Three Best Rated

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2018

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2017

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who

2017

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2016

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2016

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2016

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2014

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2012

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Bankruptcy Attorney, The Law Offices of David M. Offen

2005 - 2017

Vice President, Philadelphia Mikvah Association

1982 - 1984

Law Clerk, THE ROTHENBERG LAW FIRM LLP

Associations

2016 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2014 - Present

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Philadelphia Mikvah Association

Vice President

1999 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1997 - Present

Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference

Member

1984 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed

Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed/2nd mortgage avoided

Bankruptcy and Consumer Debt

Case confirmed

Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

In Re Vanessa Thomas

Car Finance company was sanctioned by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court with a fine for every day it refused to return the vehicle to debtor

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed

Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case

Case confirmed

Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Case

Discharged

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Education

1984

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Temple University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2014

Ethical Considerations in Bankruptcy Bankruptcy Ethics

Publications

2015

The Law Offices of David M. Offen is Now Offering Bankruptcy Information-Blogs The Law Offices of David M. Offen is Now Offering Bankruptcy Information-Blogs

Languages

English

Activity

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