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Dana Karni-Ilouz

Attorney at Houston, TX

5.0   10 reviews

also known as Dana Karni, Donna Karni


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Dedicated to educating consumers regarding their debt & credit rights and other key topics of consumer law. Her professional legal experience includes actions in federal and state debt collection violations, defense of credit card suits, auto warranty and title situations, and deceptive trade practice issues.

Dana Karni has served as an adjunct professor at the University of Houston Law Center and is frequently sought after for television and newsprint interviews as well as public education forums in Texas, broadening her reach to those who need her most. She is a member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates, an organization of over 1500 consumer attorneys and advocates whose sole focus is consumer representation, never litigating on behalf of creditors, debt collectors, debt buyers, or banks.

 

 

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Karni Law Firm, P.C.
Attorney Dana Karni
March, 2015
Watching for debt collection scam red flags
Attorney Dana Karni interviewed for Channel 2 News, Houston
Investigative Reporter Amy Davis
Fighting mistakes on your credit report
Attorney Dana Karni interviewed for Channel 2 News, Houston
Investigative Reporter: Amy Davis
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Licensed for 18 years
State TX
Status Eligible to Practice in Texas
Acquired 2004
Updated 01/15/2023

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

Contact Dana

Lone Star Legal Aid
P.O. Box 398
Houston, TX, 77001-0398

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2019
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
She didn't take my case, but...
She responded, despite the fact that she doesn't work cases like mine, and even offered me a referral. If I'm ever in need of something that she specializes in, I'll definitely call upon her. All attorneys aren't evil I suppose...ha!
Posted by Jessica | July 25, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Top of the line!
I have worked with Dana Karni-IIouz for years and every time I needed help, she was able to lay ALL out on the table for me to see every perspective on outcomes. She is outstanding in her work! Dana is extremely knowledgeable and top of the line! She is the FIRST person I think of when someone is needing help. Thank you Dana Karni for helping me put my life back together!!
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Response from Dana Karni-Ilouz July 31, 2017
Thank you!
Posted by bartolo perez | February 23, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
helpful
Responded to my question very quickly
Posted by Matthew Feinberg | November 17, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Very Responsive, Great Advice
Dana was very quick to respond to my questions and provided excellent guidance.
Response from Dana Karni-Ilouz November 19, 2016
Thank you. I wish you luck.
Posted by Aaron | January 22, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The most powerful consumer advocate!
Dana Karni is not merely an excellent attorney, Dana Karni is an OUTSTANDING attorney!! In a world where the average consumer is overwhelmed and outgunned by all of the resources that creditors have at their disposal, and the tactics they employ to intimidate consumers, Dana Karni is the greatest, and most powerful resource and advocate a consumer could possibly have. Dana is more than an attorney standing up for, and protecting the rights of consumers, Dana facilitates favorable results for her clients in the face of what may seem like the most unfavorable, and impossible odds. Dana is able to accomplish this because she possesses and commands a brilliant understanding and knowledge of the law, and knows how to utilize the law as a means to protect, and uphold the rights of consumers. I turned to Dana for her advocacy and help, when a significant, and well-established creditor decided to pursue a case against me. Dana was not even remotely intimidated by this particular well-known creditor, and used her knowledge and experience in consumer law to recognize that the creditor's attorneys made a significant mistake, that enabled the case against me to be dismissed. I believe that only Dana Karni could have achieved such a favorable result, because she takes the time to genuinely cultivate a meaningful relationship with each and every client, and does more than her due diligence in getting to know every single facet of a client's case and personal circumstance. You are not a "case number" to Dana, you are human being, and the personal attention and representation you receive from Dana is always reflective of that. Dana Karni pursues justice for her clients in ways that other attorneys are not willing to do. I really and truly trust Dana Karni with my life, and you can trust her with yours.
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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2015
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Quick Response
After posting my question on AVVO she was quick to answer and the only one to say that she would be interested in talking to me as she has dealt with the company I seem to be having trouble with.
Posted by Evelyn | January 29, 2015
The VERY BEST!
Dana Karni-Ilouz is one of the best attorney’s in the Houston area! My husband and I had to come to Dana when I was unlawfully abused by a debt collector via phone and mail and it caused mental distress to say the least. Dana jumped in and took care of everything. We highly recommend Dana to defend you against the most abusive debt collectors in the country. Don't let any debt collector threaten you, contact Dana Karni-Ilouz ASAP!
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Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2015
Credit Card Harrassment and Lawsuit
Dealing with cancer and huge medical bills, Dana Karni assisted me with credit card harrassment and a lawsuit resulting from me putting my medical bills first. She was professional, precise, and explained the whole process of the lawsuit. We were able to reach a settlement that I could afford and provide me with the peace of mind I needed while fighting for my life. I would recommend her and use her again if that need arised.
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Posted by Doug | January 26, 2015
Excellent Lawyer
I highly recommend Dan Karni to defend against abusive and unlawful debt collectors. When I came to her for help with a lawsuit that had been filed against me, she quickly made me feel at ease and she stopped their harassment immediatley. I was impressed with her knowledge and professionalism and she was always responsive to my correspondence and questions. I cannot recommned her enough! An A+ Attorney.
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Posted by Eric | January 24, 2015
A Lawyer you can count on!
I was recommended to Karni to control and eliminate some aggressive debt collectors! She took care of everything and took over the communication process...
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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney - Consumer & Housing Unit
  • Lone Star Legal Aid
  • 2020 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Karni Law Firm, P.C.
  • 2007 - Present
  • Adjunct Professor
  • University Of Houston Law Center
  • 2012 - 2012
  • Adjunct Professor
  • University Of Houston Law Center
  • 2009 - 2009
  • Associate Attorney
  • Law Office of Richard Tomlinson
  • 2005 - 2007
  • In House Counsel
  • DenX
  • 2002 - 2003
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Education

  • Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1998
  • University of Texas System, Austin
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1994
  • Temple University Summer Abraod Program
  • N/A

Legal Cases

  • Douglas vs. Alexander & Stefano, Alexander T. Villafrance and Alonzo Rainero
  • $63,196.44
  • Wilkins v. George Lester dba Worldwide Financial Services
  • $303,388.28
  • Turner v. Oxford Management Services
  • $17,500 consent judgment + $56,143.47 ordered for Plaintiffs' attorney's fees
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Associations

  • Texas State Bar, Commercial and Consumer Law Section
  • Council member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Houston Bar Association, Commercial and Consumer Law Section
  • Director
  • 2008 - Present
  • National Association of Consumer Advocates
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Houston Bar Association, Commercial and Consumer Law Section
  • Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • National Association of Consumer Advocates
  • Member
  • 2004 - Present
  • National Association of Consumer Advocates
  • Ethics Committee Member
  • 2008 - 2012
  • Goldberg Montessori School
  • Director
  • 2008 - 2011
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Exceptional Service to the Public and Community
  • Touro Law School
  • 1998
  • Special Service Award
  • Touro Law School
  • 1998

Publications

  • Texas Bar Journal
  • Consumer Law Year in Review
  • 2014
  • Texas Bar Journal
  • Consumer Law Year in Review
  • 2013

Speaking Engagements

  • Advanced Consumer & Commecial Law CLE
  • Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls: Client Intake, Representation, and Retainer Agreements; Joint Defense Issues
  • 2014
  • University of Houston Center for Consumer Law
  • Specialization and Partnering
  • 2009
  • Advanced Consumers and Commercial Law
  • Defending Credit Card Cases
  • 2009
  • People’s Law School
  • Credit & Debt
  • 2008
  • CLE
  • Finding FDCPA Claims in Bankruptcy Cases
  • 2008
  • Poverty Law Conference
  • Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
  • 2006
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Attorney endorsements

Received (17)
Given (17)
Endorse Dana
Debt collection Attorney | Mar 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
Debt collection Attorney | Nov 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Karni-Ilouz is an effective, knowledgeable advocate for her clients."
Credit repair Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana Karni-Ilouz looks like a sweet "soccer mom" but looks are often deceiving. If I were an abusive creditor, I would be very scared of her. Attorney Karni-Ilouz plays to win for her clients and I am honored to have this opportunity to endorse her."
Debt and lending agreements Attorney | Feb 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"If you have a consumer protection matter, or a debt collection case, Dana is the attorney to go to. She has very quickly built up the reputation as the advocate for consumers against abusive debt collection practices. For those reasons, I endorse this lawyer."
Debt collection Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana is an amazing Attorney and a specialist at what she does. Everyone in Houston knows if you have a Debt Collection matter to head to Dana! She knows her stuff and very experienced."
Debt and lending agreements Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana is an amazing lawyer. She is one of the hardest working lawyers in the country, and she is an expert, nationwide, on suing abusive debt collectors. She is also an expert for defending collection cases in Texas. If you need these services, there is no one better."
Debt settlement Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana is an excellent attorney helping those the credit industry tries to bully. This is one of my favorite areas of the law and I am proud to endorse Dana as the attorney you want representing you on a debt matter in the Houston area."
Debt settlement Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Dani is an excellent attorney who is devoted to insuring that her client's rights are fully vindicated. She fights tirelessly on their behalf."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Other
"I recommend Dana. She is an experienced consumer rights attorney. I am confident in her abilities and often recommend her to consumers in the Houston, Texas area. As a member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates consumers can be confident that she will look out for their interests."
Debt settlement Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. She has a fresh perspective and definite insight on how to turn the tables on debt collectors, whether attorneys or not."
Debt and lending agreements Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Credit to our profession!"
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jan 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Dana since 2008. She was one of the first people that I spoke with when I went out on my own. She was, and still is, gracias with her time and her knowledge, and has been a huge help to me. She is a credit to the legal profession."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse attorney Karni-Ilouz. Dana is very knowledgeable and experienced. I asked her for some help and pointers when I moved to the Houston area to practice law. She was very kind and made great and helpful recommendations that made things easier for me as a new lawyer. Highly recommended."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Dana for years and she is a great consumer attorney. She will fight debt collectors and represent her clients with a great deal of compassion and skill."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Mar 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dana is a tenacious lawyer, working hard for her clients. She is willing to go the extra mile for consumers in the Houston area."
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Consumer protection
Foreclosure
Consumer protection
Bankruptcy and debt
General practice
Credit repair
Debt settlement
Debt and lending agreements
Real estate
Credit card fraud
Debt collection
Debt collection
Bankruptcy and debt
Personal injury
Debt and lending agreements