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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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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Bankruptcy & Debt
Posted by Bryan | February 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Great Attorney
I believe that I had a more complicated case than most people. I had hired an attorney to help me with my case prior to meeting David. The attorney I hired, in my opinion, struggled with all of the moving parts of my case. After meeting with David, I decided to hire him to handle my case. Commu...
Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Guided us down right path
Mr. Shook helped us understand all our options and guided us down the right path for our family and our rental business. I would highly recommend his firm to anyone exploring bankruptcy options for personal and small business situations.
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Thank you!
I would recommend Mr. Shook to anyone who is in need of legal advice. He was able to negotiate on our behalf and kept our company from having to file bankruptcy. Even in our stressful times Mr. Shook was a pleasure to work with and kept the situation positive.
Posted by Alexandra | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
An attorney who LISTENS!
Mr. Shook is a fantastic attorney. Going through bankruptcy is a rough thing, but with a good attorney, you can feel hopeful. That is exactly what Mr. Shook did for me and my husband. We no longer feel choked by the process. Mr. Shook answers all questions in a timely manner, and always in a polite a...
Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Highly Recommended
David Shook did a good job representing us in our Chapter 13 hearing. He was prepared and also prepared us for what would happen. He also represented us well when we needed to adjust our monthly payment. He is a skilled and knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney.
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