Law Offices of David P. Leibowitz, LLC focuses its practice on trustee and fiduciary matters such as assignments for the benefit of creditors. Mr. Leibowitz also serves as a mediator and expert witness. He provides services to other bankruptcy lawyers on a consulting basis and represents a limited and highly selective set of clients.
Mr. Leibowitz has been in practice for more than 45 years and has had leadership roles in every organization in which he has served including the American Bankruptcy Insttute and the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees. He has been honored with numerous pro bono awards and is a Fellow of the Wisconsin Bar.
Mr. Leibowitz is admitted to practice in Illinois, Wisconsin and numerous federal courts around the country.
Practice areas
Consumer and Business Chapter 7, Consumer and Business Chapter 13, Chapter 11, Adversary Proceedings, Discharge and Dischargeability litigation, Bankuptcy-Divorce matters, Bankruptcy-Immigration matters, Real Estate Bankruptcy and Reorganization, Out of court workouts, Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors
48 years, 10,000 cases
Organization of new business, corporations, limited liability corporations, partnerships. Buy-sell agreements. Asset purchase agreements. General corporate counsel. Dissolution and winding up of businesses
48 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
French, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Resigned | 2012 | 05/22/2022 |
WI | Good Standing | 2006 | 05/28/2022 |
IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1974 | 06/13/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Liberty Bell Award | Circuit Court of Lake County Illinois | 2010 |
Pro Bono Service Award | Lake County Bar Association | 2007 |
Excellence in Pro Bono Service Award | Northern District of Illinois | 2006 |
Excellence in Pro Bono Service Award | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Wisconsin Bar - Admitted to Practice | 2006 - Present | |
Adjunct Professor | John Marshall Law School | 1996 - 2001 |
Partner | Freeborn & Peters | 1992 - 1999 |
Partner | Schwartz Cooper | 1976 - 1991 |
Illinois Appellate Court (judicial clerk) | 1975 - 1976 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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United States District Court for the District of Maryland | Admitted to Practice | 2008 - Present |
Wisconsin Bar | Member | 2006 - Present |
National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees | Member | 2002 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
Lake County Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
Lake County (Illinois) Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | 1992 - Present |
Chicago Bar Association | Member | 1975 - Present |
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois | Admitted to Practice | 1974 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 1974 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2008 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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American Bankruptcy Institute | American Bankruptcy Institute Fraud Manual | 2010 |
Norton's Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law | 2008 Survey of Residential Mortgage Cases in Consumer Bankruptcy | 2009 |
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) | Best Practices for Filing Chapter 13 | 2009 |
American Bankruptcy Institute Journal | Vehicle Ownership Expense Deduction: | 2008 |
American Bankruptcy Institute Journal | Withdrawals from Tax-deferred Retirement Accounts: Included in Monthly Income | 2008 |
NABTalk | Mexican Real Estate in Chapter 7 Cases | 2008 |
Norton's Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law | Residential Mortgage Issues in Consumer Bankruptcy Cases | 2008 |
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education - 2007 Consumer Bankruptcy Course Materials | Claims and Exemptions | 2007 |
NABTalk | TILA is your Friend | 2007 |
ABA Family Advocate | The New Bankruptcy Act | 2006 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola University Chicago School of Law | JD (cum laude) | 1974 |
Northwestern University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1970 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Annual Spring Meeting | Responding to Fraud in Bankruptcy | 2010 |
Annual Meeting | Bankruptcy Trustees and the Constitution | 2010 |
2010 Annual Meeting | Defending Trustee Issues | 2010 |
NACBA 2009 Members-Only Workshop | Objecting to Mortgage Proofs of Claims | 2009 |
NABT 2009 Annual Meeting | Mortgage issues in Bankruptcy | 2009 |
Mortgage Foreclosure Defense Training | Foreclosure Defense | 2009 |
Milwaukee Bar Assoication February Meeting | Ross-Tousey - Seventh Circuit decision | 2009 |
Milwaukee Bar Association Bankruptcy Section | Mortgage Foreclosure - Practice and Ethics | 2009 |
Milwaukee Bar Association - January Meeting | Who has standing - Servicer or Trustee? | 2009 |
Midwest Bankruptcy Instutue | Small Business Bankruptcy and Alternatives | 2009 |
Chicago Consumer Bankruptcy Conference | Individual Chapter 11 cases | 2009 |
BASIL Annual Bankruptcy Seminar | Residential Mortgage issues in Bankruptcy | 2009 |
Annual United States Trustee Seminar | Mortgage Servicing Abuses | 2009 |
Mortgage Litigation Conference | Working with Bankruptcy Trustees on Consumer Claims | 2008 |
Annual Meeting - National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees | Mortgage Litigation in Bankruptcy | 2008 |
Annual Meeting - Commercial Law League of America | Bankruptcy Boot Camp | 2008 |
Annual Convention - Wisconsin Bar Bankruptcy Insolvency Creditors Rights Section | Mortgage Litigaiton | 2008 |
Annual Convention - State Bar of Arizona | Mortgage Litigation in Bankruptcy | 2008 |
National Assocation of Bankruptcy Trustees 2007 Annual Meeting | Administration of Asset Cases from A to Z | 2007 |
lllinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Advanced Asset Protection Planning | Advanced Asset Protection Planning and Bankruptcy | 2007 |
American Bankruptcy Institute - Commercial Fraud Task Force | Mortgage Fraud from Trustee's Perspective | 2007 |
National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees 2006 Annual Meeting | Finding Assets - Thinking Outside the Box | 2006 |
Mortgage Litigation Conference | Bankruptcy Trustee Perspective to Consumer Mortgage Litigation | 2006 |
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Divorce Law Annual Update | Bankruptcy Law Amendments Affecting Divorce | 2006 |
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Advanced Asset Protection Planning and BAPCPA | Asset Protection and BAPCPA | 2006 |
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education - BAPCPA and Elder Law | Bankruptcy Law Amendments affecting Seniors | 2006 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Slayton v. White | States' motion to dismiss denied - case settled |
In re Image Worldwide: Leibowitz v. Parkway Bank | Affirmed judgment of $500,000 in favor of trustee |
Federal TILA Rescission and Fraud Case | Pending |
Leibowitz v. Great American Group | Judgment for Great American Group |
In re Image Worldwide: Leibowitz v. Parkway Bank | Affirmed judgment of $500,000 in favor of trustee |
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Michael Goldberg, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 31, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Daniel Conidi, Foreclosure Attorney on Mar 25, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Have had the pleasure of working with David and I can say he was very helpful and I learned a lot from him. He is a great professional. I highly recommend him....
Peter Vlantis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 9, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
William Ridings, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Rick Rogers, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. David is one of the top bankruptcy attorneys in the country, according to Time Magazine. He's also a Bankruptcy Trustee. He practices in IL, WI, and AZ. For Chapter 11 and complex bankruptcy matters, we often consult with David, or simply refer difficult cases to him. I know no better bankruptcy attorney, and highly recommend David for any complex business or personal bankruptcy matters.
Kevin Benjamin, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Dec 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David Leibowitz is not just one of the best and most knowledgeable attorneys in the Chicago area but in my opinion the country. I have over 23 years of experience in bankruptcy and feel I have a lot of knowledge but when I have a question or issue I go to David Leibowitz, one of only two lawyers I mainly turn to for advice. David also seems to have the answer or game plan, is always responsive and genuine, since he cares. I also have seem him speak at conventions and other venues and there is a reason David is asked to do so by national and other organizations over and over. The reason is he simply knows what he is doing and that is an understatement!
Timothy Deets, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jeffrey Collins, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. David has a very large presence in the Chicago-area legal community, and has trained so many excellent attorneys who are my peers. Also, he is a regular contributor to this online community. I know him from the NACBA, to which we both belong. I give him my highest endorsement.
Gilbert Dizon, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known David since 1996. David is a highly experienced Bankruptcy Attorney and I have referred clients to him over the years. As a Bankruptcy Trustee, David was aggressive but fair. His attention to detail, professionalism and candor is much appreciated by others in our legal community.
Kurt Larsen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is one of the better Bankruptcy attorney's in the Chicago suburbs. His experience and skill would be helpful to any client.
Richard Kohn, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I heartily endorse this lawyer. David was a pleasure to work for. He is brilliant, tenacious and caring -- and he hates to lose!
Karen Porter, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 26, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Gunderson, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 18, 2012
Relationship: Other
Coming to David with a complex Bankruptcy scenario was one of the wisest decisions I made. His ability to cut through the various fact patterns and reach the heart of the issue was nothing short of amazing. I would not hesitate to consult with him again, his depth of knowledge on Bankruptcy intricacies is second to none.
Ronald Burdge, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
There are few attorneys who understand bankruptcy law like attorney Leibowitz does. He has a remarkable and considerable understanding of bankruptcy that makes him obviously one of the best in the country. I have known of his great reputation for care and attention to detail, and his excellent books on and related to bankruptcy issues, for probably more than a decade. If you have a complex bankruptcy problem - he probably knows the answers. And if his office is near you, then he is the one to see. I highly recommend him to you.
Howard Ankin, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Feb 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is an extremely bright, very hard working bankruptcy lawyer. If you are burdened with too many debts and don't know where to turn, go see David. He will educate you and give you options, including filing for bankruptcy.
Danya Shakfeh, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 29, 2010
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An attorney of the best caliber. He truly cares for his clients and is honest and upright. Very knowledgeable about his field and always willing to lend a helping hand.
Kent Anderson, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 24, 2010
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David is smart, creative, energetic and helpful. Frankly, I do not know how David is able to keep up with all of his many projects and activities. He represents consumers in bankruptcy cases, writes extensively on bankruptcy topics and acts as a trustee before the bankruptcy court.
Christopher Kennedy, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Nov 3, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David Leibowitz is one of the premier bankruptcy practitioners in Illinois. I have referred cases to him and will continue to do so, as his clients are always satisfied with his service, communication and dedication to getting positive results.
Ahmad Sulaiman, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on May 13, 2009
Relationship: Other
I am an Attorney. We have a duty to every client, big or small. Mr. Leibowitz is a special kind of Attorney. He fights for his Clients on many fronts. He will do all that he can to ensure that the Client is making informed decisions. He gives his 110% on every file. He brings out the best in the professionals he works with and for that reason I would advise any and every client that I have to look to David to for advice and counsel in the complicated fields of law that his exceptional practice handles. I have had to call on David on many occasions and found him kind and generous with his knowledge and good nature. He truly inspires and brings results that I truly believe no other Attorney in his field can bring. He is humble, and the true measure of David cannot be understood until you are in a situation that no one else has an answer to. In my professional opinion he is the best in his field, not only in Illinois but nationwide.
Sean Sweeney, Litigation Attorney on Sep 7, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I am currently working with David on a Federal TILA Rescission and Fraud case. He has been very helpful in guiding me through the process of Federal Court and is extremely knowledgeable about an area of law that the 7th Circuit has deemed "hyper-technical".
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