William G. Berggren

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William G. Berggren

4.9
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 36 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

4000 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 150, Raleigh, NC

About William

Biography

Bankruptcy Attorney With Over 24 Years Experience. Free Initial Consultation

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 50%

36 years | 1,500 cases

50%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 50%

36 years | 1,500 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2014

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 33 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1989

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of William G. Berggren

4000 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 150, Raleigh, NC, 27612-8061

raleighbankruptcy.com/

William G. Berggren's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

5 star (26)
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Posted by Sam | May 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Decision Ever

I’m not much on writing reviews but I feel like I’d be doing a disservice by not sucking it up for the gain of others after having done business with Mr. Berggren. Being 50 I come from the age of filing being something taboo and I couldn’t say with any more certainty it was by far one of the best de...cisions I have ever made in my life. I immediately had a weight lifted off my shoulders after going to court with Bill and being approved to file with the damages I had caused myself financially. Not only was I able to keep my car and home but I was able to walk away from bad decisions in my opinion such as a time share, high interest loan, etc. I spent a lot of time checking others reviews and one of the many great things about filing with Bill is the fact you deal with the person you hire. It’s not like the offices of big name lawyers where you deal with all their up and comers. Not that they don’t deserve their right to make a name for themselves but when you’re talking about salvaging everything I’ve ever worked for having him by my side in court and every step of the way was lets say a blessing. Should you need to make this decision to better your financial and mental well being you can’t go wrong with working with Bill in my opinion. Best Wishes in your endeavors and I pray you’re blessed as I have been in your future years both mentally and financially.

Posted by Peggy | May 11, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

**WOW**

I am not writing this review as a bankruptcy client of Mr. Berggren…..it is quite the opposite. This review, which I hope to post everywhere, is about Mr. B’s character, his courtesy and understanding, his extreme knowledge of contractual and bankruptcy laws, and his professionalism (not to mention... his terrific sense of humor). On 3/3/23, I signed a contract with Covenant Roofing in Durham, as well as the financing documents for the job through GoodLeap, which Covenant refers their clients to for financing options. About 5 weeks after I signed the contracts, no work had yet been started, Covenant Roofing filed for bankruptcy. Also, GoodLeap increased the amount of the contract I signed and they would not give me an addendum or a voided contract of the first one I signed, even though that amount was included AGAIN in the second set of loan documents. Of course, I would not sign the second set. A friend of mine is a bankruptcy client of Mr. B, and she suggested I contact him for an unusual sort of consultation. First of all, somebody actually answered the phone when I called his office, and second of all, he called me right back. He said he would be happy to talk about my situation right over the phone, and third of all, with NO CONSULTATION FEE after 40 minutes on the phone. Amazing. The bottom line is that, even though he is not my lawyer or representing me in any way, I took his advice on what to do which resulted in me getting out of my GoodLeap financing loan. And because I have it documented and memorialized that Covenant never started the work, nor did they return my calls and inquiries, that matter is also considered as null and void. Thank you Mr. Berggren for being a decent human being who is ruled and driven by just doing something nice!

Posted by Margie | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Great Experience

I was very intimidated when I started my chapter 7 bankruptcy. The first thing I encountered was compassion. William gave me the facts, explained the law, my options, and gave his professional opinion on the best choice for me. Best decision I ever made.

Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bankruptcy

Attorney Berggren was professional and also caring. Bankruptcy was difficult for me to file and he made the process easier to handle. I was able to focus on the future and meeting my obligations.

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

Bill was great to work with. He really helped me get through a tough situation financially

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Christopher Ariano

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only a great attorney but an even better guy. William truly cares about his clients and it is shown by all the positive things they have to say about him. If I have a question related to bankruptcy or debt I know I can always count on him."

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Jonathan Fisher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"William is a leader in the North Carolina bankruptcy community. I highly recommend him in that area."

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Christine Kingston

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is an honor to endorse attorney Berggren. He not only makes a difference with his clients, he contributes to his community and supports colleagues through mentorship. I'm thrilled to know him."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

1988

Exceptional Achievement Award in Legal Communications, Southwestern University School of Law

1987

Advanced Commercial Transactions, American Jurisprudence

1986

Constitutional Law, American Jurisprudence

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Managing Partner, Adams, Portnoy & Berggren, PLLC

1991 - 1998

Associate, Smith Debnam Hibbert & Pahl

1989 - 1991

Associate, Gendel, Raskoff, Shapiro & Quittner

Associations

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1991 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth and Ninth Circuits

Member

Attorney Advisory Panel for the Eastern District of North Carolina

Member

Education

1989

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Rutgers, College, Rutgers University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

New Home Buyers Seminar

Introduction to Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

Languages

English

Activity

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