Donald W Powell

Donald W Powell

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 53 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

7301 North 16th Street Suite 103, Phoenix, AZ

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 53 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1973

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Location

Carmichael & Powell, Professional Corporation

7301 North 16th Street Suite 103, Phoenix, AZ, 85020

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Donald W Powell's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sheila | March 27, 2015 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Highly Recommended

Mr. Powell and his staff are extremely capable and knowledgeable. He handled a very complex Chapter 13 for my ex-husband and I, and although the process was lengthy, we were able to attain a reasonable re-payment plan while still achieving our ultimate goal of each us keeping our own home. I especial...ly appreciated Mr. Powell's genuine caring for me as an individual, as I was going through this personally difficult time. Trustworthy is definitely the one word that I would use to describe Mr. Powell.

Posted by marlene | March 26, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Integrity, honesty and knowledgeable

Met with Mr. Powell in 2012 regarding a bankruptcy situation which was settled in 2014. I was informed of all events promptly, he represented my views exactly as I wished and took the time to explain all options. His many years of experience in negotiations produced a favorable result. Mr. Powell...'s high degree of Integrity and honesty are very apparent attributes which were very evident at all times and, I believe, admired even by the opposition. If you want positive results, call Mr. Powell. Thank you Mr. Powell

Posted by John | March 15, 2015

Great Lawyer

Donald Powell is very good at what he does. I was very happy with the whole process and the way he handled everything. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Vansella | March 09, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

A True Blessing

I was referred to Mr. Donald W. Powell by Legal Aid. Mr. Powell was willing to take my bankruptcy at a time in my life when I was going through a serious financial hardship. During this time, my car had just been repossessed, my wages were being garnished, and I was doing in homecare for my mother ...who was in hospice. Although, I was going through my own major medical crisis, Mr. Powell was able to meet with me on a Tuesday morning where he provide me with specific instructions as to what he needed in order to expedite my case so my car would not be sold on Saturday. Mr. Powell was able to put my bankruptcy case together and get all documents filed by that Friday (3 days). As a result, I was able to get my car back the following week and the wage garnishment was stopped immediately! I appreciate the fact, I only had to deal with him and his wonderful paralegal/assistant. They were truly amazing. His paralegal/assistant stayed late and Mr. Powell even came in after returning from an out-of-town business meeting in Tucson to complete my case and got it filed the next day to stop the sale of my car! I know this sounds hard to believe but this is my true testimony. Every single word is true. I can't express how grateful I am to have received an amazing attorney such as Mr. Donald W. Powell. He is not only good at his job, but good people too! He was simply a blessing especially since I was a legal aid referral.

Posted by jeff | February 06, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

outstanding attorney

it always irks me when people put down professionals such as attorneys because unless you have been in a situation where you really need their help, you don't really know how crucial they can be. I suspect most people speak out of ignorance in this regard. I had some personal issues which forced me ...into a very temporary bankruptcy which Don Powell helped me work through in a very expeditious manor. I found Don to be tops in his field which was obvious by how he was treated in the courts by his peers and how efficiently he worked through every aspect of the bankruptcy process. I can not imagine having gone through this with anyone else. Don in addition to being an outstanding attorney, is just a really nice down to earth guy and truly an asset to his field. With his knowledge and compassion, I could easily see him in the setting of being a dean in a prestigious law school where he could help teach and shape the careers of law students as he would just set such an excellent standard and no one could ask for a better role model. I honestly cannot recommend Don higher and should you have to deal with any serious issues that might force you into a bankruptcy, I cannot imagine you would be in better hands than with Don Powell. I was a actual client and am writing this review because in life you meet certain people who have helped you through some rough times and Don Powell certainly played that role for me.

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Trysta Puntenney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

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Larry Folks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Don Powell professionally for more than 25 years. I have had many complex bankruptcy and collection litigation cases against him over the years. He is an exceptional attorney with a broad knowledge of this area of the law and significant experience. He always does an excellent job diligently representing his clients and is quality individual. I highly recommend his services."

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Steven Nemecek

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 08

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Sustaining Member, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2015

Certified Bankruptcy Specialist, State Bar of Arizona

2015

AV Rated and Bar Register Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Pro Bono Attorneys in Arizona, Arizona Foundation for Legal Services and Education

1984

Outstanding Alumni Service Award, University of Arizona

Work Experience

1973 - 2014

Senior Partner, Carmichael & Powell, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

University of Arizona College of Law

Fellow

2012 - Present

University of Arizona

National Leadership Council

2005 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1995 - Present

Law College Association, University of Arizona

Member

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Arizona Bar Foundation

Fellow

1973 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

1973 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2006 - 2008

Maricopa County Bar Association Foundation

President and Vice President

2002 - 2005

Maricopa County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section

President, Vice President and Secretary

1984 - 1985

University of Arizona National Alumni Assocation

Board of Directors

1983 - 1988

Bankruptcy Accreditation Review Panel, Standing Committee on Specialization, American Bar Association

Member and Examination Reviewer

1983 - 1985

University of Arizona Alumni Association, Phoenix Chapter

President, Vice President and Publicity Chairman

1982 - 1989

Bankruptcy Law Specialization Advisory Commissions, State Bar of Arizona

Chairman

1981 - 1985

University of Arizona Alumni Association, Phoenix Chapter

Board of Directors

1981 - 1985

Bankruptcy Law Section, State Bar of Arizona

Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Program Chairman

1980 - 1989

Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of Arizona

Member

1978 - 1979

National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges Committee

Member

1977 - 1978

Arizona Bankruptcy Rules Revision Committee

Chairman

1976 - 1981

Arizona Membership Committee, American Bar Association

Chairman

Education

1972

University of Arizona College of Law, Tucson, Arizona

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

University of Arizona

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2000

Bankruptcy Symposium and Professionalism Course

Attorney-Client Relationships

1995

District of Arizona Federal Court Conference

Alternative Dispute Resolution

1994

Arizona Association of Legal Secretaries, Advanced Legal Training Course

Bankruptcy and Creditor's Remedies

1990

Financial Problems of the Successful and Unsuccessful Business

Bankruptcy Aspects

Languages

English

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