Deborah Grace Van Bergen

Deborah Grace Van Bergen

4.7
Rating: 5.2

Licensed for 27 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Glen Burnie, MD
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, DUI & DWI

1406 B Crain Hwy S Ste 104, Glen Burnie, MD

About Deborah

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Offices of Deborah Grace Van Bergen

1406 B Crain Hwy S Ste 104, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061-4092

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Deborah Grace Van Bergen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Jackie | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

AMAZING!!!

She was able to help me finally learn and grow with the financial trouble I was in and now I look at things financially differently. She is also an absolute sweetheart and does anything she can to help and explain anything your confused about and makes court a lot easier nerves wise. She is an excell...ent attorney and I would tell anyone to go to her especially if you want an honest opinion of what is going on. I couldn’t be more thankful for her coming into the picture and helping me get out of the financial debt I was in. I also learned a lot.

Posted by B.B. | April 06, 2016 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Satisfied Customer

I hired Ms Debbie as my bankruptcy lawyer, in March, 2014. Everything was done, efficiently, confidently and professionally. She is currently working with me to resolve some "old" tax issues, so that I can become a "homeowner" in the very near future. As with my bankruptcy, I have complete confiden...ce, that all will be handled in the same manner. I have since recommended her to my friends and family members. Thank You Ms. Debbie for all you do. ! Be blessed.

Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2015 | Criminal Defense

dishonest! never provided a bill, refused to refund retainer, misleading.

dishonest! stole my retainer $2500, only showed up to court one time, refused to refund , never provided a bill, in court she refused to plea not guilty and mis explained a no consent plea and claimed it will not show up on my record, this lady is a crook and not trustworthy she should not be allowed... to practice law!

Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Worry Free

I hired Debbie to help me out of a very tenuous situation. She listened to me and knew how important this was for me to settle and she proved it in her actions. Debbie explained all I needed to know to make an informed decision during our first phone call. After that call, I knew I was not going to l...ook for another attorney for representation. She always made herself available to answer any question for me (day, night and weekends). Debbie made me feel as if I were her only client. She is trustworthy and non-judgmental. Debbie prepared me for what process I could expect. Walking out of her office after our first meeting, a great amount of worry was lifted off my shoulders. I knew I was working with the perfect person. She took care of my case the next day, gave me a call to let me know my case resulted in my favor! Which relieved me of stress and anxiety, I learned she is a woman of her word. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for representation. I can't thank her enough for how she was able to turn what seemed like a hopeless situation, completely around for me.

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2014 | Debt Collection

bad attorney

I'm so upset with this attorney. I paid her in full and my case isn't even being handled properly. I now have a wage garnishment thanks to this attorney whom I paid last year. I also found out my case was never filed with the court. So where is my money I paid this attorney? Now I have to get anothe...r attorney to handle my case and to sue this attorney for my money back. This attorney is very unprofessional.

Deborah Van Bergen

Replied last February 24, 2014

We're sorry you had a bad experience with our firm. This matter does not sound familiar, and we strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns. We by no means want you to spend money with another attorney and would be happy to transition your file to another attorney if that is what you wish. Please contact my office as soon as possible to discuss this matter as it is important to me to resolve this issue.

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Deborah Grace Van Bergen's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Ruben

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Van Bergen. I have known her as a colleague and a friend for more than 20 years and I can say without hesitation that she does a fantastic job for each and every one of her clients."

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Candy Thompson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have practice with Ms. Van Bergen for the past 19 years. She is a competent, honest and fair attorney who is well respected in the Bankruptcy community."

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James Logan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Debbie for over 15 years. She always does a great job representing her clients, but really cares about them as well."

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Ian Valkenet

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Deborah and I worked on a case very recently involving a complex real property dispute. Her knowledge of the nuances of litigation inure to her clients' benefit. She is an asset to the bar."

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Morgan Fisher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Siegel

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Candy Thompson

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Experience

Rating:  5.2 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Commission Reprimand issued in MD, 2023

updated on 08/26/2024

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of D.G. Van Bergen

Education

1997

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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