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

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Amy | June 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly recommend Dana Power

I initially saw Ms. Power back in 2017 to discuss my business bankruptcy. She advised me that most of my debt was personal, or if business, had been guaranteed by me. She advised me to file personally rather than corporately. I paid a retainer, and then kind of disappeared for a couple of years. ...When I went back to begin the actual proceedings in 2020, she still had all my paperwork and we were able to pick up where we left off. She has a large office, so even with Covid we were able to meet in person and social distance, while wearing masks, of course. I had my telephonic meeting with the trustee today and everything went very smoothly, thanks to her great preparation. I cannot recommend Ms. Power highly enough. She knows what she's doing and is very professional, but also kind and compassionate. I originally selected her because of her excellent reviews on AVVO, and I am very pleased that I did.

Posted by L | May 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Made what may have been a terrifying process simple and easy!

Nobody wants to go bankrupt, its a terrifying situation. Ms. Power set me at ease almost from the minute we met. She is so extremely knowledgeable about the process that she was able to tell me specifically what would happen and when, almost to the exact date. Plus, she's fast and extremely afford...able. I felt immediately that I was in good hands, that she had my best interests in mind, and that everything would be Ok. And it was.

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Relief

I entered into a Chapter 13 by choice, even though I qualified for a chapter 7. Dana Power was supportive and, after reviewing my options with me, followed through with my decision. At no time was I made to feel judged or looked down upon. Any questions I had or issues that developed over the next fe...w years Dana and staff were always available in a timely fashion to handle a difficulty or instruct me in how to respond. I have strongly recommended Dana when asked if I knew of a good Bankruptcy attorney and would gladly do so again.

Posted by Franklin | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Stuff

Dana was thorough, quick, and detailed enough to get our financial situation correct with the right recommendation about a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing. I'd recommend her services as a lawyer, but I'd rather not have to use her services again given. I hope that's understandable. She was prompt with... all her meetings and always prepared for the issue at hand. Any questions we had were answered, roughly, in 24 to 28 hours with accurate information by herself or her paralegal. Again, I would highly recommend hiring as a lawyer for your filings.

Posted by Christopher | October 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Awesome Attorney!

Dana is an awesome attorney! She truly understands bankruptcy and debt statutes, and helped guide us through the process from beginning to end. She clearly answered every question we had and made us feel comfortable in our decision. I highly recommend Dana Sheppard Power to anyone considering filing ...for bankruptcy.

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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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Steven Brown

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Foreclosure lawyer

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Robert Morecock

Criminal defense lawyer

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Payton Cromwell

Estate planning lawyer

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Cindra Dowd

Employment and labor lawyer

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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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