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David Michael Benson

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Avvo Rating9.6
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Licensed for 26 years
  • Free consultation
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About David

Personal service.
Uncompromising loyalty.

Practice areas

LitigationForeclosureBankruptcy and debt
  1. Bankruptcy and debt: 50%

    Consumer and small business bankruptcies under Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13.

    12 years, 400 cases

  2. Foreclosure: 40%

    Defense of mortgage foreclosure actions primarily through court-sponsored mediation, loan modifications and litigation.

    11 years, 60 cases

  3. Litigation: 10%

    22 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

1422 Euclid Avenue
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1422 Euclid Avenue
Suite 970
Cleveland, OH, 44115

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHActive199310/19/2018
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers600
Legal guides3
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2017
Superb RatingAvvo2017
Client Rating 5.0/5.0Martindale-Hubbell2016
Client Distinction AwardLawyers.com2016
Outstanding Journalism AwardOhio Academy of Trial Lawyers2002
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalBenson Law Firm2003 - Present
PublisherLawyers Weekly1997 - 2004
Lead Attorney EditorThomson West1993 - 1997
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Swedish-American Chamber of CommerceMember2009 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember2008 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember2008 - Present
Sons of the American RevolutionBoard Member2006 - Present
Swedish Cultural SocietyMember2005 - Present
Vasa Order of AmericaMember2004 - Present
Lawyers GuildMember2009 - 2011
Eastside Kickers Soccer Club, Inc.Board Member2005 - 2009
Journal of International LawBusiness Manager1991 - 1992
Phi Alpha DeltaMember1988 - 1992
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Aspatore Book publicationForeclosure Defense Strategies and Challenges2010
Ohio Lawyers WeeklyBankruptcy Lawyer’s Fee Considered Excessive: Must Refund Portion Along With Interest2004
Michigan Lawyers WeeklyDebtor Can't Convert to Chapter 13 Bankruptcy2004
Michigan Lawyers WeeklyRules Settlement Statements Needn't Be Disclosed2003
Corporate Legal TimesStatute of Limitations Defense Fails on Appeal2002
Ohio Lawyers WeeklyMidwest Express Airlines Struggles to Control Chaos2002
Ohio Lawyers WeeklyOSBA Calls for Reform of Judicial Selection2000
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Weatherhead School of ManagementMBA - Masters1992
Case Western Reserve University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1992
Oberlin CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1980
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Monte Ahuja College of BusinessThe McDonald's Coffee Case2016
Academy of Court Reporting and TechnologyWorkers' Compensation2008
Academy of Court Reporting and TechnologyBusiness Organizations2008
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
In re CermakGeneral Discharge
In re BonnerGeneral Discharge

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Posted by anonymousMon Feb 19 2018

excellent attorney for any person to hire who needs a very experienced knowledgeable, ETC attorney in the areas of one or all legal situations involving bankruptcy, debt &/or foreclosure issues he gives outright straightforward honest, ETC very knowledgeable, professional, impartial, ETC advice he makes sure clients legal needs, rights, ETC are met want to be honest in my dealing with him if I decide to continue further in my situation will try to become a client of his not to mistakenly wrongly promote him or Avvo found him at Avvo site
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Excellent

Posted by HolliTue Dec 19 2017

Kind, detailed, precise and helpful. I plan to employ him to do my bankruptcy. Thanks
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Attorney endorsements

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Robert Galbraith, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 22, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Leonard Boyer, Foreclosure Attorney on Oct 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Benson is a veryknowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.

Irving Bergrin, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Geoffrey McCarrell

I endorse David Benson for bankruptcy, creditor-debtor and consumer law.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Deborah Iwanyshyn, Family Attorney on Apr 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Williams, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 7, 2012
Relationship: Other

Mr. Benson frequently offers answers to legal questions on Avvo. He gives judicious, wise advice, and he would be a good person to go see for help with debt problems if you live in the Cleveland area.

Edward Kramer

I endorse this lawyer. I have been the Director & Chief Counsel of The Housing Advocates, Inc (HAI) and shareholder of Kramer & Associates LPA for over thirty-six years.These positions have given me the opportunity and privilege to work with many dedicated and creative attorneys. It is my pleasure to recommend David Benson. I worked with him at my public interest law firm and know his dedication to his clients and ability to protect their rights. David is an excellent lawyer.

David Levin, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 16, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

David is a highly competent and professional attorney. I would recommend his services to anyone in need.

Pamela Kurt, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 15, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Jennifer Peck, Elder law Attorney on Oct 20, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known David professionally for over a decade. He treats his clients with professionalism and compassion. I recommend him.

John Gundy, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 10, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer's work. David handles bankruptcy cases across Ohio. He is very competent and good with clients. I highly recommend him.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$200-$345/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card

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