Dana Sheppard Power

Dana Sheppard Power

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 34 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Norfolk, VA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

500 E Plume St Ste 801, Norfolk, VA

About Dana

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 34%

Dana S. Power's practice focuses on the representation of individual and business debtors in bankruptcy proceedings, debt settlement negotiations and financial workouts. She has focused on bankruptcy matters for over 17 years. Earlier in her career, Ms. Power represented lenders in collections, foreclosure and bankruptcy matters and managed the bankruptcy department for one of the largest foreclosure law firms in the state.

28 years

34%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 34 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1991

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

Harbour Law, PLC

500 E Plume St Ste 801, Norfolk, VA, 23510

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Dana Sheppard Power's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 27 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by kevin | January 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Home Run Hitter

Dana and her supporting team were absolutely phenomenal. I was drowning in compounding IRS debt, soaring hospital bills, credit card debt that was increasing due to a current garnishment from a underserving Slumlord(lawyer) for $8000. ( I had co-signed for a girlfriend 10 years ago and was never re...leased from it when the relationship absolved even though they initially said they did). It was $500 per paycheck being taken. The IRS and State each had garnishments prior to that for $5000 . I was literally pinching pennies to go to work and keep my household afloat. It felt like I was working backwards with no relief in sight. Dana listened to me and was empathetic to my situation. She explained to me how I could recoup the money from the current garnishment, resolve some IRS and STATE tax debt, but my compliance had to be timely. I completed the classes suggested, pulled credit reports and listed all creditors, their account numbers and addresses I could find. What addresses I didn't have, her team found. She and her office was in constant communication with me. WOW!!! That feeling that someone is on your team and is a home run hitter lifted so much weight off my chest. I had the utmost confidence in her. My bankruptcy was filed prior my next court date with the slumlord. It was too close to mail the BR petition to the court so I had to take there. To my surprise, the slumlord lawyer had picked up the checks early without going through the court process. I announced to the court and the lawyer about my bankruptcy and that the checks in his possession should left with the court to go to my "trustee". The Lawyer walked out with the checks anyway. I felt my blood pressure atop my head. I called Dana like a girlfriend calls her big bad boyfriend to beat someone up. She said she would handle it. I gave her the name and phone number and without question, SHE HANDLED IT! The checks were sent out shortly thereafter. I pitched her the ball, and she's KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK!!! I look to using your tools and suggestions provided to increase my 700 credit score. Dana, for all you do, and all you've done. Thank you. Dana,

Posted by Derrick | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy Goddess

I was on my way to work and needed to stop for gas however this is where my journey begins. Three of my bank cards were declined and to say I was perplexed is a true understatement! Soon to find out a lawyer representing a company had garnished all of my bank accounts which were now completely in the... red thousands of dollars. The level of stress and anxiety that overwhelmed me was indescribable. I immediately took to the internet and started to send out consultation appointments with lawyers online. Within minutes my phone was ringing and it was not a representative from the law office, it was Ms. Powers herself! She was genuinely compassionate and empathetic regarding my situation. She was an absolute professional who explained the process to me and informed me what I would need to do to start even if I did not retain her. We met later that day and a feeling of peace and calmness came over me and I knew that everything would be alright. Ms. Powers gave me an extraordinary fee for her services and I immediately retained her. During the bankruptcy process she was with me the entire time from the inception until the discharge keeping me up to date and being completely honest throughout. Talk about pouring salt in the wound the morning of the garnishment my income tax refund had been deposited into my bank account and that to was now gone! Ms. Powers promised to do everything she could to get that back for me and true to her word at the meeting of the creditors she presented that the refund was granted due to a child tax credit and the money was returned to me! She is the ONLY attorney you should consider when going through bankruptcy! A month later a teenager on his cell phone runs a stop sign and crashes in to me, so I immediately call Ms. Powers, and being the absolute professional she is she doesn't immediately take my case instead she recommends two of her colleagues that specialize in injury law and says she can act as a consult/co attorney if my vehicle was part of my bankruptcy case! Talk about the WOW factor, from that first phone call until now I know Ms. Powers has ALWAYS had my best interest at heart!

Posted by Angela | August 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Angela

I was very nervous when I started this process. Ms. Power did a wonderful job in walking me through the bankruptcy procedures and laws. She took the time to explain everything to me in terms I could understand which made the process very smooth. Excellent job!!!!

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Awesome

Was very helpful with my bankruptcy case. From start to finish she was helpful and extremely kind in probably the lowest point in my life. Even after everything was done she still was available to answer questions and provide feedback.

Posted by Mitchell | August 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13

Ms. Power was hired as our Chapter 13 legal representative. She was very professional and helped us every step of the was. This is evident in the ease of the the process. A prime example is that we retained Ms. Power when she switched firms. She took care of all the legal forms and helped us when nee...ded. She is an excellent lawyer.

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Dana Sheppard Power's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lindsey Kelly

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dana and I have been on both the same side and the opposite side of bankruptcy matters over the years. She is professional, knowledgeable, competent, and easy to work with. I would recommend her to any individual who needs assistance with a bankruptcy matter."

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Jeremiah Denton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Dana Power. She is organized, a great communicator, and an effective advocate. I would recommend her to friends and family."

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Arthur Serratelli

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If you have a problem under the bankruptcy law, Dana will have the solution. Many of my business clients mention Dana by name and respect her professional judgment. She is intelligent and hard working. Dana is very very very good. A+"

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1991

Award for Teacher Excellence, University of Georgia

Work Experience

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Harbour Law, PLC

2011 - 2015

Attorney, Wilson & McIntyre, PLLC

2009 - 2009

Attorney, Glasser & Glasser

1993 - 1994

Professor, Tidewater Community College

1992 - 1998

Attorney, Shapiro & Burson

1989 - 1991

Teaching Assistant, University of Georgia

Associations

2016 - Present

Tidewater Bankruptcy Bar Association

Board Member and Co-Chair Person Annual TBBA Seminar

2008 - Present

Tidewater Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2011 - 2012

Local Bankruptcy Rule Committee

Member

1992 - 2015

Norfolk Portsmouth Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Continuing Legal Education

Title Issues in Bankruptcy

Publications

2012

Title Issues in Bankruptcy Continuing Legal Education

Languages

English

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