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Wendell James Sherk
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Biography
Wendell has practiced bankruptcy most of his career and it remains his driving passion. In the past, he has represented bankruptcy trustees and creditors, in large cases and small. Today he represents consumers and small businesspeople who need bankruptcy or debt negotiations to get back into control of their financial lives.
He has written and testified in favor of legislation that Missouri has adopted to help consumers protect themselves better when they go into bankruptcy. He serves on local rules committees regularly. And he is currently the Eastern District of Missouri State Chair for the National Assoc. of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
He is married to Rebecca, who works with him. They have a canine child named Romeo. Yes, they are "dog people."
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
98%
37 years
General Practice
2%
37 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Missouri for 36 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Wendell James Sherk
9666 Olive Blvd. Suite 365, Saint Louis, MO, 63132
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Wendell James Sherk's Reviews
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Posted by Debbie | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney I could have asked for
Wendell was just simply incredible from start to finish. I was a nervous wreck after filing bankruptcy. I didn’t understand what was going to happen, my self esteem was at an all time low and I was scared of the unknown, very scared. The first thing Wendell did was to help me understand that everyth...
Posted by Scott | April 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wendell Sherk review
Wendell and his wife Becky and their very competent staff provided us with excellent consultation and representation. He laid out our options and worked out the best deal possible with our bankruptcy. Was always helpful with questions and advice, from start to finish. Highly recommended.
Posted by Nikki | March 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Easy Process
We filed Chapter 13 and completed the 5 years with ease. Wendell was helpful, informative and straight to the point. I found the idea of filing daunting and stressful. Everything was easy, organized and pretty simple, which alleviated any anxiety.
Posted by Russ | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Review
Wendell and staff was very informative and helpful thru our entire legal process. Whenever I called or emailed I was able to get answers and advice quickly and professionally. They really focused on my best interest regarding my case and never made us feel like we weren't their most important clien...
Wendell James Sherk's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the greatest bankruptcy minds in the whole country, in my opinion. He has helped me countless times, many times without him even realizing. Keep up the good work Mr. Sherk, and thanks for all the past good work you have done."
"I have worked with Wendell Sherk on projects involving consumers and bankruptcy litigation since we met in 2007. Wendell is very knowledgeable about the bankruptcy law. He is hard working, trustworthy, and he is universally liked by everyone he meets. I endorse Wendell heartily."
"Wendell may be the most intelligent lawyer I know who also practices in the area of consumer bankruptcy. I routinely seek his advice on complex bankruptcy matters. He is always happy to share his legal insight whenever I ask."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He gives answers that cut to the chase and are easy to understand. He has excellent experience in bankruptcy matters."
"Mr. Sherk is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"A superb bankruptcy attorney, with an agile, intelligent mind and encyclopedic knowledge of the law."
"Wendell spends a great deal of time on NACBA's listserv staying on top of and commenting on new bankruptcy issues. I know him to be ethical as he did not in any way solicit this endorsement. I don't live in Missouri, but if I did and needed to file for bankruptcy, I would not hesitate to hire him - I know his skill and I trust him. He's a real fighter for client's rights."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Michael Roser Excellence in Bankruptcy Award, The Missouri Bar
2007
Member of the Month, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Inc.
2005
Judge Robert Brauer Innovations in Bankruptcy Law Award, Bankruptcy Practice Memorial Fund
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, SherkLaw
2001 - 2014
Principal, Sherk & Swope, LLC
1993 - 2001
Attorney/Managing Attorney, Bankruptcy Department, Eric Taylor & Associates, P.C.
Associations
2017 - Present
American Bankruptcy Institute Commission on Consumer BankruptcyCommissioner
2007 - Present
Bankruptcy Law NetworkMember
2004 - Present
Debtor Attorneys of Metropolitan St. Louis (listserv)Founder/Moderator
2001 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2000 - Present
Gateway Legal ServicesBoard Member
2010 - 2013
Bankruptcy Practice Memorial FundBoard Member
2004 - 2006
Standing Local Rules Committee - Bankruptcy CourtMember
2003 - 2004
The Missouri Bar - Commercial Law SectionVice-Chair
2001 - 2002
Local Rules Committee - Bankruptcy CourtMember
1999 - 2000
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Ella Mitchell, 177 B.R. 900 (Bankr.E.D.Mo. 1994)
Debtor prevailed
In re Pyatt, 486 F.3d 423 (8th Cir. 2007)
Debtor prevailed
Education
1989
Washington University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Washington University in St. Louis
BA
Speaking Engagements
2017
Winter Leadership Conference
Bankruptcy Rule 3015 Discovered
2015
35th Annual Midwestern Bankruptcy Institute
The Intersection of Family Law and Bankruptcy
2012
Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Jurisdiction
2008
NACBA Annual Convention
Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Debates
2007
Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Legal Ethics
2005
St. Louis Bar
BAPCPA Reform Act for General Practitioners
2005
Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Chapter 13 From Soup to Nuts
2004
Solo & Small Firm Conference
Bankruptcy Current Developments
2004
Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Truth in Lending in Bankruptcy
2003
Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Mortgages in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
2000
The New Federalism
Impact of federalism decisions in bankruptcy
2000
NACTT Annual Convention
Legal ethics in bankruptcy
1997
Missouri Bar Spring Meeting - Commercial Law Section
Consumer Bankruptcy Issues
1996
Bankruptcy Exemptions A-Z
Exemptions
1994
Chapter 13 Trustee Annual Seminar
Baic Debtor Representation
Publications
2018
Washington University Journal of Law and Policy
Barry S. Schermer: His Consumer Bankruptcy Greatest Hits
2011
American Bankruptcy Institute Journal
Sec. 362(h) Deprives a Trustee of Property of the Estate
2002
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis Law Journal
Co-Owned Property in Bankruptcy
2001
St. Louis Lawyer
Highlights of Consumer Bankruptcy Reform
1999
American Bankruptcy Institute Law Review
Putting the Fear of God Into Bankruptcy Creditors: A Reply
1999
Missouri Business Law Quarterly
Consmer Bankruptcy Setoff and Recoupment
1996
Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook
Bankruptcy Practice updates
1995
Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook
Bankruptcy Practice updates
1991
Journal of the Missouri Bar
Chapter 20 Practice under the Bankruptcy Code
Languages
English
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