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David Norman Portney
About David
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
95%
40 years | 12,000 cases
Personal Injury
3%
40 years | 5,000 cases
Criminal Defense
1%
13 years | 3,000 cases
Family
1%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Maryland for 39 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Grossbart, Portney Rosenberg, PA
Blaustein Building, Suite 1214, One North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Debt Collection
Posted by Sean | June 07, 2013 | Debt Collection
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I've hired Grossbart and Portney February 2013 to be my bankruptcy attorneys based on good reviews I have heard first on the local tv and radio stations, then I've did research on sites as such. Then actually sitting down and discussing my case really put me at ease with my own situation that soon as...
David Norman Portney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Dave Portney. As a Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee, Dave has appeared before me on numerous occasions. Dave is a highly competent lawyer who provides quality representation to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David since `1957. He worked in my office for 10 years. He is very knowledgeable and competent and diligent. I highly recommend him as a lawyer in our community."
"I have know David for over 15 years and have always found him to be thoroughly prepared to represent his clients. He has a deep knowledge of bankruptcy laws, but also cares about his clients."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"David Portnoy is extremely knowledgable in the area of bankruptcy and debt management. He was kind enough to spend an hour of his time free of charge to educate me. I will definitely be recommending him to my clients who need to address their ailing financial circumstances."
William Cooper
Personal injury lawyer
James Logan
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2012
Law Firm of the Year, Maryland Volunteer Legal Service
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, Grossbart, Portney and Rosenberg, PA
2016 - 2017
Adjunct Professor-Consumer Bankruptcy Clinic, University Of Maryland School Of Law
1986 - 1997
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Buettner and Cooper, P.A.
1986 - 1989
Criminal Attorney, Office of the Public Defender for Baltimore County
Associations
2005 - Present
Bankruptcy Bar Association for the District of MarylandMember
1986 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
Bankruptcy Bar AssociationExecutive Council
1986 - 1997
Maryland Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Raskin Case No.: 11-27484
Mr. Raskin is able to avoid the Susquehanna Lien on his undivided interest in the marital home.
In re: Griffin 12-19863
The Court found that the "Reverse Mortgage" could be modified under the chapter 13 plan and allowed Mr. Griffing to modify the mortgage and pay it off through the chapter 13 plan.
Thomas v. Litton Loan Servicing, LP AW-10-373
Judge Williams of the U.S. District Court reversed the bankruptcy Judge's ruling. The bankruptcy Judge subsequently approved the Motion to Avoid the Second Mortgage and turn it into unsecured debt.
Education
1986
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
George Washington University
MA - Masters
1972
University of Maryland, College Park
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Annual Spring Forum
Recent Consumer Cases
2014
Consumer Bankruptcy Bar-Brown Bag Lunch
Avoid Judgment Using Homestead Exemption
2014
Bankruptcy & Foreclosure in Maryland Training
How to Prepare Means Test-Chapter 13 & 7
2014
Annual Spring Forum
Conflicts When Representing Married Couple In Bankruptcy
2014
Annual Spring Forum
Ethical Issues Regarding Retainer Fees
2013
Professional Seminar
Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy: Line-by-Line Workshop
2012
Bankruptcy Bar Association Spring Forum
Ethical Considerations in Marketing a Bankruptcy Practice
2010
Judicial Forum
What Judges and Trustees Want You To Know
Publications
2013
Dundalk Eagle
Debt Worries Not Just A Financial But An Emotional Issue
2013
Dundalk Eagle
"Underwater" Mortgages Remain An Issue
2013
Dundalk Eagle
Options, Limits In Addressing Student Loan Debt
2013
Dundalk Eagle
Mortgage Companies Suing Homeowners
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers