David Norman Portney

Life knocked me to my knees last year and David Portney extended his hand in the form of knowledge and legal expertise and lifted me back up. My husband of 22 years abandoned our family leaving me and our four children devastated and under a mountain of debt. When I walked into the offices of Grossba...rt, Portney & Rosenberg, our home was in foreclosure and we were in danger of losing it, our only vehicle, and the only stability to which we were desperately clinging. After accessing my situation, I was advised to file Chapter 13. It was not an easy decision or process and I have learned much along the way. I received honest evaluations of my changing financial circumstances along with tough advice when needed. As a result, I was able to hold onto our home and car. I don't know what I would've done without David Portney. Most, if not all, my interactions were directly with the attorneys. David always looked me in the eye and gave it to me straight, so to speak, telling me what I needed to hear as opposed to what he thought I wanted to hear. It was refreshing. Thank you gentlemen for helping me obtain a much needed legal/financial reprieve.

I was so stressed and anxious about having to file a bankruptcy, but David Portney was so affable and knowledgeable, I was put at ease during my initial visit. He explained the entire process to me, and patiently answered any questions I had. And thankfully, he made it clear to me that I was not th...e only person about to embark on a journey into the 'world of bankruptcy'. The entire process was over in a short amount of time, and I'll always be grateful to Mr Portney for his knowledge and help. I could not have gone through this without him!

I returned to Grossbart, Portney & Rosenberg because of previous legal experience with the firm. I walked into his office feeling rather downtrodden, and fretful that my case was too small for them to take. My initial feelings, however, were quickly dispersed. From the time, you arrive to his offi...ce you receive a polite greeting that puts you at ease. Attorney Portney represented me in a personal bankruptcy case, and he demonstrated the upmost respect for my personal situation while he prepared my case. Attorney Portney prepared me for my hearing by arranging for me the opportunity to witness the legal procedure for another person in a similar situation before it was my turn. It helped to lessen my fears, and allowed me to prepare to give concise answer to questions that the court official asked. “It’s about person relationships,” says Attorney Portney, and he is correct. He quickly gained my trust early on, and I witness his rapport with members of the bench. It made my situation less problematic, and eased my tensed feelings. Attorney Portney was clear about the process, and his fee was more than reasonable. I highly recommend Attorney Portney.

Since the first meeting, Mr. Portney has been very kind to offer the layman's terms of the law and has taken the time to explain various scenarios, no matter how many times I have asked the same question. He is prompt and responsive, professional and very personable. He takes pride in helping th...ose with legal needs and takes the time to consider you, not just your case.