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David R. Shook
About David
Biography
I am a self professed Bankruptcy Nerd.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
55%
32 years | 500 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
25%
32 years | 500 cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
10%
22 years | 15 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Michigan for 32 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Law Offices of David R. Shook
6480 Citation Dr, Clarkston, MI, 48346
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David R. Shook's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Great Attorney
David Shook is currently working for us & has been since we started our chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2012. We will be finished in November 2015 and he has been nothing but great for us. He has always answered our questions & took care of any situation that has come up. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Dan | September 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Attorney
David represented me in a bankruptcy that was an especially difficult time for me personally. He was extremely professional and made the process as easy as it can be and made me feel comfortable throughout.
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney
competent & compassionate
I found David to be bright, quick, helpful, flexible, responsive, & knowledgeble. He has helped me through a difficult time & process, was able to answer questions in a way that I could understand, & helped me to make the best choices for me & my family.
Posted by Deborah | September 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
We would definitely recommend Mr. Shook for legal services. We have been represented by him for the past five years and he has always been available to us when needed. He has treated us with respect during a very difficult time in our lives and we very much appreciate all he has done for us b
Posted by Jennifer | August 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Excellent Attorney
So we had quite the interesting case. We had a second mortgage lien/foreclosure problem that David was stellar in helping us with. We have a very creative Chapter 13 plan that will work out well for us. Its been a stressful year- and David was always there to answer any questions we had, he went abo...
David R. Shook's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have referred clients to David. He is extremely knowledgable in bankruptcy matters, and has an excellent practical sense of how to attain the client's objectives."
"David is very knowledgeable attorney and provides excellent service to his clients. I have referred clients to David in the past and will continue to do so. If you need a bankruptcy attorney, you will not go wrong with David Shook."
"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for years, and we have covered court dates for each other. He adheres to the highest ethical standards in zealously advocating for his clients."
"Dave is a very experienced and knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney. I often call for his opinion on complex bankruptcy law issues that I encounter with my clients. Dave is the only attorney that I refer my Chapter 13 clients to."
"I endorse this lawyer. David's reputation for skill, intellect and client service is stellar. He is widely known throughout the legal community and is a respected, very experienced member of the profession."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. In fact, frequently refer my divorce clients to Mr. Shook when they are contemplating bankruptcy. David knows the bankruptcy code very well. Call him; you will not be disappointed."
Timothy Flynn
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2002 - 2016
Member, David R. Shook, Attorney at Law, PLLC
1998 - 2002
Member, Stauch and Shook, PLLC
1993 - 1998
Associate, Shermeta Chimko and Kilpatrick
Associations
2009 - Present
State Bar of MichiganFellow
2000 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
Education
1993
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Northern Michigan University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2005
American Bankruptcy Institute, Central States Confrence
Treatment of Secured Claims Under the 2005 Revisions to The Bankruptcy Code
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to stop chapter 13 payroll deductions while on Short Term Disability?
26 Feb 2018
Q&A
Can a creditor try to collect on a discharged debt ?
23 Feb 2018
Q&A
Midland funding LLC got a judgement against me with no court appearence !!! How is this legal ???? Plus now they are garishment
09 Feb 2018