Wendell Sherk - Lawyer in Saint Louis, MO

Wendell James Sherk

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney at Saint Louis, MO

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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 everything was going to be OK, and helped me feel better about myself. He took the time to do that before we got much more into the bankruptcy details. He is an excellent communicator and when some tough subject came up, he would sprinkle his conversations and emails with a little humor. He was explaining the effect of having the bankruptcy “dismissed” and said as an example, “a man was dismissed from his job for telling his boss that he looked like a turnip” He was available by phone some of the time, but always responded to email questions as soon as he could. Wendell had the ability to explain things very simply and understandable. He always responded to questions, and was always polite. Even after the bankruptcy Wendell was quick to respond to any questions or concerns that came up and always asked how I was doing. Bankruptcy is no fun. I got upside down on a couple of rentals during the real estate crash of 2007-2008, and couldn’t recover. I can’t imagine anyone else handling my bankruptcy with the same care, wisdom and compassion that he showed the entire process.

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Practice areas

Bankruptcy and debt

98%

34 years
General practice

2%

34 years

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."

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Licensed for 33 years

State MO

Status Good Standing, Active

Acquired 1989

Updated 01/01/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Wendell James Sherk

9666 Olive Blvd. Suite 365

Saint Louis, MO, 63132

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Posted by Debbie | June 23, 2018

Best attorney I could have asked for

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Posted by Scott | April 1, 2018

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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

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

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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 client. Great job Wendell and Staff.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
SherkLaw
2014 - Present

Principal
Sherk & Swope, LLC
2001 - 2014

Attorney/Managing Attorney, Bankruptcy Department
Eric Taylor & Associates, P.C.
1993 - 2001

Education

Washington University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989

Washington University in St. Louis
BA
1986

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

Associations

American Bankruptcy Institute Commission on Consumer Bankruptcy
Commissioner
2017 - Present

Bankruptcy Law Network
Member
2007 - Present

Debtor Attorneys of Metropolitan St. Louis (listserv)
Founder/Moderator
2004 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Member
2001 - Present

Gateway Legal Services
Board Member
2000 - Present

Bankruptcy Practice Memorial Fund
Board Member
2010 - 2013

Standing Local Rules Committee - Bankruptcy Court
Member
2004 - 2006

The Missouri Bar - Commercial Law Section
Vice-Chair
2003 - 2004

Local Rules Committee - Bankruptcy Court
Member
2001 - 2002

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
Co-chair
1999 - 2000

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Michael Roser Excellence in Bankruptcy Award
The Missouri Bar
2014

Member of the Month
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Inc.
2007

Judge Robert Brauer Innovations in Bankruptcy Law Award
Bankruptcy Practice Memorial Fund
2005

Publications

Washington University Journal of Law and Policy
Barry S. Schermer: His Consumer Bankruptcy Greatest Hits
2018

American Bankruptcy Institute Journal
Sec. 362(h) Deprives a Trustee of Property of the Estate
2011

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis Law Journal
Co-Owned Property in Bankruptcy
2002

St. Louis Lawyer
Highlights of Consumer Bankruptcy Reform
2001

Missouri Business Law Quarterly
Consmer Bankruptcy Setoff and Recoupment
1999

American Bankruptcy Institute Law Review
Putting the Fear of God Into Bankruptcy Creditors: A Reply
1999

Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook
Bankruptcy Practice updates
1996

Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook
Bankruptcy Practice updates
1995

Journal of the Missouri Bar
Chapter 20 Practice under the Bankruptcy Code
1991

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Speaking Engagements

Winter Leadership Conference
Bankruptcy Rule 3015 Discovered
2017

35th Annual Midwestern Bankruptcy Institute
The Intersection of Family Law and Bankruptcy
2015

Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Jurisdiction
2012

NACBA Annual Convention
Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Debates
2008

Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Legal Ethics
2007

St. Louis Bar
BAPCPA Reform Act for General Practitioners
2005

Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Chapter 13 From Soup to Nuts
2005

Solo & Small Firm Conference
Bankruptcy Current Developments
2004

Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Truth in Lending in Bankruptcy
2004

Annual Bankruptcy Institute
Mortgages in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
2003

The New Federalism
Impact of federalism decisions in bankruptcy
2000

NACTT Annual Convention
Legal ethics in bankruptcy
2000

Missouri Bar Spring Meeting - Commercial Law Section
Consumer Bankruptcy Issues
1997

Bankruptcy Exemptions A-Z
Exemptions
1996

Chapter 13 Trustee Annual Seminar
Baic Debtor Representation
1994

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Attorney endorsements

Received (9)

Given (7)

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Azwar-Radi Rashid

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Mar 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Craig Andresen

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Feb 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Chip Parker

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Michael Toscano

Unknown Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Ronald Eisenberg

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Dec 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He gives answers that cut to the chase and are easy to understand. He has excellent experience in bankruptcy matters."

Christopher Leroi

General practice Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Juan Milanes

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jul 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Gary Bollinger

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Apr 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A superb bankruptcy attorney, with an agile, intelligent mind and encyclopedic knowledge of the law."

Marvin Wolf

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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