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David started Bankruptcy Practice as soon as he was admitted to the Bar to practice law in 1986. Since that time he has practiced Bankruptcy Law almost exclusively and has filed thousands of bankruptcy cases over the past 30 years. David concentrates on Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 cases mainly dealing with Consumer Bankruptcy cases. He was Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law in 1995. He maintains a small office practice with his wife, Debbie Phillips, being his paralegal, almost from the beginning of his practice. Over the years his Father and David and Debbie’s son, Justin, has also worked at the office, so this is truly a family practice and he likes to think this helps to offer very personal service to each and every client.
By maintaining a specialty in Consumer Bankruptcy, he feels we can offer the expertise that helps to make a very difficult process for most people to be as easy and less stressful as possible. He has been in the same office for almost 30 years in Donelson and David and Debbie have also lived in Donelson for their entire 36 year marriage.
On weekends, if the weather is nice, David and Debbie can be found touring the backroads of Tennessee and Kentucky on their Harley. As members of the Music City Chapter of (HOG) Harley Owners Group, they now have over 150,000 miles in the saddle.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
34%
40 years | 3,500 cases
Bankruptcy and Debt
33%
40 years | 7,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
33%
40 years | 3,500 cases
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Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Tennessee for 40 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1986
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David E. Phillips Attorney at Law
2525 Lebanon Road, Nashville, TN, 37214-2414
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Posted by Shannon | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
I hired Mr. Phillips and he was great to work with! He was very professional and Ms. Debbie was always very helpful. They helped me through a very tough time in my life. I recommend them to anyone who could use there help.
Posted by Billy and Christy | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
A true dynamic duo!
David and Debbie Phillips are truly a joy to work with during what has been a diffcult time for my family. The professionalism, expertise, and expediency that they have demonstrated while working on our case has been nothing short of first rate, but more importantly, the care, compassion and genuine...
Posted by Bob | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Awesome!!
Mr. Phillips and staff made the process flawless. The process, as you know, is very much involved with a lot of documentation, however; Ms. Debbie was understanding and organized throughout but persistent to make sure I understand every step. I could of not of asked for a more professional set of p...
Posted by michael | March 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The bankruptcy whisperer
David helped with every aspect of our case. He talked us through every possible scenario, and worked with us every step of the way. We were very well prepared when we went to court, unlike several other people who were there at the same time. He made a stressful situation as easy as possible.
Posted by donna | March 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
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David Phillips spent time reviewing all areas of my case. He is an expert in in this specialty of the law and really does care about you as a client. His entire staff goes above and beyond and explains everything thoroughly to you and always has time for your questions. I highly recommend Mr. Phillip...
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"David is unsurpassed in his knowledge and proficiency with bankruptcy law. As a fellow Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist, I will often seek his opinion regarding legal issues because I know he has excellent knowledge, judgment and ethics. I do not personally know of a better lawyer than David Phillips, Esq."
"David and I work closely together to discuss various issues that tend to complicate our bankruptcy practices. Even though we run our separate practices, it's good to resolve issues in agreement with another attorney. David strives to provide the best representation possible in stressful situations. I'm proud to call him my friend. David F Cannon Attorney at Law"
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Experience
Honors
1995
Consumer Bankruptcy Certification, American Board of Certification
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Attorney at Law, David Phillips Law Office
Associations
2008 - Present
NACTT Academy for Consumer Bankruptcy EducationMember
2005 - Present
Middle Tennessee Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1995 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1990 - Present
National Association of Chapter 13 TrusteesAssociate Member
1990 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1986 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Akers v. Internal Revenue Service, ADV .PROC. No. 3:15-ap-90083 (Bankr. M.D. Tenn. 2015)
Order entered discharging taxes.
In re Perry, 166 B.R. 319 (Bankr. M.D. Tenn.,1994)
The case was decided in favor of the debtor.
In re Clemmons, 151 B.R. 860 (Bankr. M.D. Tenn., 1993)
Motion granted.
Education
1986
Nashville School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Belmont University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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Q&A
If a person files ch 13 bk, can he back out of it any time?
18 Jan 2019
Q&A
If my condo is sold as part of bankruptcy is the portion remaining after debts are paid returned to me?
07 Jan 2019
Q&A
How often do creditors like major Banks show up to 341 meeting for simple chapter 7?
30 Dec 2018