Mari Jo Clark

Mari Jo Clark

4.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 25 years

Chapter 13 bankruptcy Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Litigation, Estate Planning

3610 N 44th St., Suite. 140, Phoenix, AZ

About Mari

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 20%

Assist with enforcement of Automatic Stay violations in bankruptcy and other infractions by creditors outside of bankruptcy such as harassment and FDCPA violations.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 21 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2004

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mari Jo Clark

3610 N 44th St., Suite. 140, Phoenix, AZ, 85018

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Mari Jo Clark's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2014 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Lack of follow up-poor communication

I filed chapter 13 with Clark Law Offices in 2011. During the past 6 months, I am in the process of attempting to refinance my home, and have needed their services to assist in the process. I call 2-3 times and leave messages, and don't get returned phone calls. I only get responses through email ...or if I continue to call to get connected. The last 3 attempts to contact them, emails weren't getting answered or responses. During these attempts to communicate, I went directly to the trustee to obtain information, and was able to do so on my own...in less than 5 minutes...yet they can't? I keep getting the "run around" that they aren't getting responses from my mortgage company's attorney to resolve. The paralegal claims to not receive information from my potential mortgage company, yet he has sent her what she has asked for 2-3 times via email. Seems unreasonable to me...is there a lack of communication at the other end too? Not just with me? FHA will not grant me a refinance with a caivrs report on my record. Chase tells me they did not file this with FHA...so who did? Isn't it my attorney's responsibility to resolve this reporting? I was told by the trustee it is! I have now been assigned to another paralegal in their firm, and still no response to my last email. This process has been long, exhausting, but most of all disappointing. I was charged for this bankruptcy service (I feel higher than normal) to trust them to do their part and yet, can't get any communication from this firm. The next step? File a complaint with the bar

Posted by Karen | April 23, 2012 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

A Committed and Dedicated Attorney

MJC Law Offices assisted us with the paperwork and process for filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy. While there are many attorney's in this area of law, I do not think you can find a more dedicated, committed, and transparent attorney than Mari Jo Clark and her law team. Our case required a great deal of ...time and effort on Mari Jo's part and her constant attention. While we knew we were one of many clients and a VERY difficult case, Mari Jo never made us feel as if our case was a burden. Mari Jo's communication and availability was astounding and her team responded to our questions quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly. She fought for our case on numerous occasions and I would highly recommend her to anyone who needed an honest, committed, and trustworthy attorney who was knowledgeable in this area of law.

Posted by Charlie | April 10, 2012 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Best Chapter 13 Attorney

Mari Jo was highly qualified to handle my legal case. From her background and professional history, I learned that she ran the chapter 13 division for a high powered Chicago law firm. She has mentored several attorneys and has a high reputation among her peers. I would gladly recommend her to all of ...my friends.

Posted by Mike | April 08, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best. Says what she will do and does what she says! Thank you!

Absolutely hands down if you are considering getting an attorney, she is the person for the job. From start to finish, she made things easy. Always there to answer any and all questions. You will be making a mistake going any where else. I had representation every step of the way in and out of court....

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Mari Jo Clark's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Shields

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Leftwich

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Angela Spalding

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mari Jo and I both began our careers in bankruptcy together many years ago, at the same firm. I enjoyed working with her, as she is a quick learner, attentive to her clients, and a hard worker. She is very experienced in bankruptcy, and I would recommend her to anyone seeking her help."

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Lance Davidson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mari Jo adds compassion for her clients to her toolbox of high-level competence, diligence and knowledge."

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Jeffrey Hall

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mari Jo on several different matters. While our practice areas are distinct, they do overlap, and I have been able to depend on Mari Jo's advice when bankruptcy meets estate planning. I would refer my family and friends to Mari Jo."

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James Webster

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mari Jo Clark has all of the hallmarks of a great bankruptcy attorney. She is friendly, knowledgable, hard working, and does all of the small things that make an attorney great. She has my whole hearted endorsement."

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Kevin McCarthy

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mari Jo Clark and her team at Clark Law Offices do a fantastic job providing bankruptcy services to their clients. One of the things are really like about Mari Jo and her team is that they understand just how difficult it is for folks who are considering bankruptcy. They are both professional and empathetic. I am delighted to endorse Mari Jo Clark."

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Angela Spalding

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Lance Davidson

Business lawyer

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Jeffrey Hall

Estate planning lawyer

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Susan Scrimager

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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James Webster

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Charles Leftwich

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Kevin McCarthy

Debt settlement lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2008

Strathmore's Who's Who, Strathmore's Who's Who

1991

Dean's List, University of Arizona

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Managing Attorney, Clark Law Offices

2001 - 2005

Managed Chapter 13 Department, Macey & Aleman Dba Legal Helpers, PC

2000 - 2001

Contract Attorney, Allstate Insurance Company

Associations

2009 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2004 - Present

Federal Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Helped a Client catch up missed Chapter 13 Plan payments

Saved the Chapter 13 case for my client

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy asset protection

My client was allowed to keep his property.

Chapter 13 special circumstances

My clients were allowed to stay on course for discharge

Helped my Chapter 7 Client Settle for Pennies on the Dollar with the Trustee

Settlement

Avoided dismissal and prosecution of Debtor

Discharge and Settlement with the United States Trustee

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Education

1997

Tulane University Law School

Juris Doctor

1991

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Total Attorneys "Power Chat:

Serving Clients and Saving Your Sanity During Crunch Time

2009

Arizona Society of CPAs’ Financial Planning Conference

Bankruptcy in our current economic climate – what do you need to know and what does it mean to your clients?

2008

Entrepreneurs Panel Discussion

Entrepreneurs Panel Discussion

Publications

Languages

French

Activity

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