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David Bernard Packard
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Biography
David B. Packard has represented thousands of individuals in bankruptcy court in Texas over the past 20 years. He specializes in helping consumers, families, and small business reorganize their debts. He has been board certified in consumer bankruptcy law since 2001, and continues to file chapter 7 and chapter 13 cases in San Antonio. His passion is to customize chapter 13 plans to meet the needs of struggling families.
Having graduated with a BS in Economics in 1990 from BYU, and having received his JD in 1994 from J. Reuben Clark School of Law, David is licensed to practice in the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas as well as all Texas Courts.
David is a Partner at the Packard Law Firm in San Antonio, and former Partner at Packard LaPray in Beaumont, Texas and Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Packard Law Firm consists of Samuel Packard who exclusively represents Social Security clients, and who is Board Certified in Social Security Law; Michael Packard, who practices Social Security and Criminal Law, and Dustin Draper, who practices Social Security Law and Personal Injury.
As a point of interest, David comes from a family of attorneys. His father, Bernard E. Packard, has been a Criminal Attorney for the past 48 years, and four of his brothers are also attorneys. He also has five brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law who are attorneys. The remaining two brothers are physicians, one practicing in San Antonio, and the other in Houston. His mother, the late Sarah H. Packard, died of Lou Gehrig’s disease in 1994, and she has been the inspiration of the brothers to continue working together. Several of the brothers handle social security cases, having represented many people who suffer from a form of either MD or motor neuron disease.
He is married to Emmeline with six children, the four youngest attending school in San Antonio. During his spare time, David loves playing basketball, running half-marathons, and playing the trumpet.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
34%
31 years | 2,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
33%
31 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
33%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Texas for 31 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
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Location
Packard Law Firm
1100 NW Loop 410,, Suite 104,, San Antonio, TX, 78213
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David Bernard Packard's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent, Experienced, Fair: 100% Trustworthy Man of Integrity
After a consultation due to unexpected financial stress, I hired David Bernard Packard to handle my bankruptcy. I was treated with full respect and honor after he and his staff sensitively handled my case--I was probably small potatoes compared to many other clients, but he and his team gave me the...
Posted by Damon | October 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sharp
The Packard Law Firm helped me save my home and equity from foreclosure by filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy on my behalf. Attorney David Packard is a sharp, honest, knowledgeable and caring bankruptcy attorney. And both of his staff members, attorney Claudia and legal assistant Teresa are friendly an...
Posted by Christian | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience
David made us feel at ease during the process, helping us decide what was the best option for us to file. He definitely explained everything effectively as well so we really did not have any questions. Teresa was very knowledgeable as well giving us time to put everything together walking us throug...
Posted by Carolina | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bankruptcy
My husband and I ran into financial problems when he had surgery. It was really hard to catch up on bills. We losing our home and we got a flyer from The Packard Law Firm. We called set appointment. We really thought we were losing everything. But after our meeting with David, he assured us he would ...
Posted by Jerry | July 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great team to work with
Filing Bankruptcy can be a very stressful time in your life. David and his team helped us through every step while explaining our choices and what would be best in our case. I could always call him with questions or concerns and he or his staff would call me back quickly and get me the answers. My...
David Bernard Packard's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is a hard-working attorney who is very knowledgeable and experienced in the area of bankruptcy. He is also very honest and friendly and a great advocate to have on your side to reach the best possible outcome in a difficult situation."
"David is the most competent bankruptcy attorney I have ever known. Not only is he very efficient and smart, but he is genuinely friendly band understanding."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with David Packard for 13 years before he joined the Packard Firm in San Antonio. David is Board Certified in Bankruptcy Law and is very knowledgeable about the fine details needed in a bankruptcy case. If you have a bankruptcy matter, then David Packard is your guy!"
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and I would say one of the best bankruptcy lawyers in San Antonio."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David is a great lawyer and he's board certified. I endorse him."
"David has been practicing Bankruptcy for years and is board certified. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer for Bankruptcy. He's a Board Certified Expert."
"I highly endorse Mr. Packard. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
"I endorse this lawyer. Intelligent and compassionate with superior communication skills."
"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David has an excellent reputation in the legal community."
"Everything is bigger in Texas. If your debt is no different, then contact Attorney Packard. He'll help you start over fresh, and get off to a great new financial beginning."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"David Packard is a first rate bankruptcy lawyer with over 20 years of experience in bankruptcy law. He is well respected in his legal community, and he handles his cases with the care and attention his clients deserve."
"I worked with David Packard on several legal matters. His clients appreciate his approachability and kindness. He's extremely well qualified and knows his stuff."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know David Packard to be an excellent attorney who specializes in Consumer Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 case. He is Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I have seen Mr Packard in court for over 10 years and know that he is a first rate lawyer and he gets the best results for his clients. His ethics and integrity are unsurpassed."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"There really is not enough good things that can be said about David Packard and his law firm of Packard LaPray. I am a bankruptcy litigation attorney with a different law firm, but I have had an opportunity to work with the law firm's bankruptcy clients over the years. The bottom line for Packard LaPray is that they personally care about their clients and about family. Then - not just David Packard but - the law firm backs this up with their depth of experience of the law, the rules and their familiarity with the courts in which they practice. David Packard and his firm understand the personal trauma related to whatever issues you are facing. Just as importantly the firm understands the urgency of doing something now, doing it completely, and doing it right. You can tell a lot about a lawyer and a law firm by they way they tend to their business. The firm's files and client relationships are the best."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Board Certified - Bankruptcy, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2001
Board Certified - Bankruptcy, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Packard Law Firm
1994 - 2013
Partner, Packard LaPray
Associations
2001 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationBoard Certified - Consumer Bankruptcy Law
2000 - Present
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1994 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
Education
1994
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Brigham Young University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
Lamar University Beaumont, Texas
Speaking Engagements
2005
LDS Relief Society Conference
Basics of Bankruptcy
Publications
2016
2014
Packard Law Blog
Bankruptcy FAQs
2014
AVVO Legal Guides
5 Advantages of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Conn's a furnt. comp. is threatning to sue me over a debt that is 4yrs old isnt ther a statue of limitation in tx for this ?
24 Dec 2014
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RAC Acceptance and Bankruptcy
21 Nov 2014
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I am being sued in a civil court for a personal loan of 41,000, i need to write a response back. How should i proceed?
18 Nov 2014