Dorothy G Bunce

Dorothy G Bunce

also known as A Fresh Start Law

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 47 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

2037 Franklin Ave, Las Vegas, NV

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1995
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About Dorothy

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 65%

Chapter 7 Planning, Means Test deductions & planning, anticipating assets that Trustee may seize, credit repair & rebuilding after Bankruptcy.

45 years | 7,700 cases

65%
Debt Settlement 25%

Removing liens and negotiating settlement of credit card and other debts, INCLUDING restructuring payment of STUDENT LOANS outside of bankruptcy.

17 years | 1,200 cases

25%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

Chapter 13 Planning, Means Test Deductions & planning, resolving IRS & other non-dischargable debts with Chapter 13.

29 years | 1,800 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 47 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 1978

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1995

Location

Law Offices of Dorothy G Bunce

2037 Franklin Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89104

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Dorothy G Bunce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

84 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Xu | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Dorothy Bunce -----the best lawyer ever !

I am very happy today finally I got discharge letter , credit card debts gone, during past 5 months, don't know how many times I looked this name " A fresh start", It touched my heart so much. really. I have to say if I didn't have Dorothy to be my attorney , I wouldn't have today. I owe $60,...000 credit card debt ,I was going to borrow money to do the debt reduction, it's going to cost me at least $ 25,000 and may take over a year . The reason I find Attorney Dorothy because she only charges 10% of the reduced amount not like other attorneys charge the whole debt amount's 10% . When I met Dorothy , She suggested me to do chapter 7 bankruptcy , She herself gave up making $4000 , would rather making $ 1400 and do the complicated bankruptcy paperwork , just because she thinks to borrow new debt to pay the old debt is bad action , She said having a fresh star of my life is better for me , and she has confidence to make it happen. Other people told me if I have a job income is not low enough , it's gonna fail . But Dorothy told me it's wrong . We start on May, during those months , preparing all kinds of documents, fill forms, we have been sent each other 109 emails ! and I went to her office 6 times, what a work...... I read lot of people's experience online, some attorney offer lower price get people in, later charge more and more, but not Dorothy , She could asked me to pay more, She spent so much time and energy on my case, specially because of my ignorant , didn't know the right way to calculate income , her had to spend more time re-calculate and explain to me..... My case is complicated , because I have stock account, small business, such a mess, over 200 pages of document present, when trustee told me they need more bank documents, I felt I was collapsed.....But Dorothy was calm and at the first time guide me to prepared everything we need. Dorothy is the most capable attorney I have ever met, and She is the nice, kind, confidence, hopeful, I asked her to treat her for dinner, she didn't want , I want to give her some gift, she said she didn't need anything , Dorothy is like a angel, I can see her heart , she is not for making money, she is there for helping people. I am here giving all my best blessings and wishes to Dorothy, You have a wonderful weekend.......... ( Sorry my English is not so good . )

Posted by Michael | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

satisfied customer

Dorothy Bunce at a fresh start was pleasantly supportive and insightful prior to and during the process of our filing. My wife and I have never filed for financial hardship prior to this and we were very apprehensive and anxious about the entire process. She reassured us that if we fully disclose or ...information and remain vigilant and truthful the process would be relatively smooth. She delivered on her promise, represented us respectfully at a fairly in the presence of the Trustee at fair fee. Thank you again for your work with us and now we can truly have a fresh start.

Posted by wilfredo | June 19, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

SHE IS SUPER !!

After getting into soo much debt in credit cards and NOT knowing how to get rid of all this debt, i decided to file for bankruptcy. I found attorney Dorothy Bunce with the most reviews and great reviews. She is very professional and she makes you feel like you are her family, she really cares about h...er client. after some time of some paper work done, my court day was up and was there for bout 2 minutes. Im just waiting now to be discharged from my debt. Saving myself over 24 Gs in debt ......i REALLY recomend her !!!!!

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

Wanna save your home? Choose Dorothy!

Dorothy help us thru not only with our bankruptcy case, but also with a very complicated loan modification. From the minute we sat down in her office, she made us feel like finally, everything would be taken care of. She was always prompt in returning our phone calls and responded quickly to EVERY SI...NGLE email I ever sent her. Which is a big deal. She kept us updated and informed on each and every phase of our case. I always felt that no matter what was going on with our case, that she had complete control of the situation and we never had to worry. All her fees were more than reasonable and never did she try to get "an extention" , so it would cost us more because of extra time that she might need. I couldn't be more please or satisfisfied with Dorothy's work, her attitude and her willingness to go the extra mile for us. She is truly one of the best lawyers in Las Vegas. She saved my home AND got me a loan modification all at once. Great job.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Review

I was very surprised to see positive reviews for this attorney and had to share my experience. About 6 years ago I was experiencing some severe financial issues, loss of job, payday loans and many many bills. I didn't know what to do and saw bankruptcy as my only option. After researching attorney'...s Ms. Bunce seemed like a good choice because her advertisements billed her as someone who cares. I went to her office which was a converted home on Eastern Avenue. The home was kind of dingy and I was a little nervous. She talked about going to Mexico and it looked like she was packing up the office. She seemed very nice, though, and told me that to represent me she would need $795 cash. I believe that $295 of it she said was for court filing and $500 was for the bankruptcy. I knew the price before I set up my appointment so I had the money on me and I paid her cash. Then while still in her office she told me she needed to check my credit. Instead of going through what I would consider ethical channels, she used some site for a free credit report and asked me a lot of personal questions so she could get the report for free I was feeling very uneasy at this point but I had already paid her and I was hoping against hope that she was legitimate. I called many times and never received a call back. I thought she had fled to Mexico since she was talking about Mexico when I was there. It took me a few weeks to really realize it but I knew that deep down I had been ripped off and chalked it up to not listening to my inner voice when I saw that home and it looked like she was moving out. Imagine my surprise a few months later when I received a bill for $1000 that was kind of threatening. Never did one thing for me or return my calls and that if she bothered me ever again I would report her. I never heard from her again. I am sorry I did not pursue action against her but I was barely able to afford the money I had already paid her and could not afford to hire another attorney. Based on her location and my impression of her office, I had the impression that she preyed upon the less fortunate. It was an expensive lesson for me and I would not recommend Dorothy Bunce.

Dorothy Bunce

Replied last October 22, 2014

I can't figure out who this reviewer might be and I do keep records and receipts of all cash payments going back more than 10 years. The facts described by the reviewer are not consistent with way I practice law and the facts are inconsistent in many ways. For example, I return all phone calls and emails personally and promptly. It is true that did have weight loss surgery in Mexico several years ago, but I was only gone for less than a week. During this entire time, my office was open and fully staffed, and I was 100% available by phone. Although I show people how they can obtain their own credit report for free, I don't use the free sites myself for credit reports because they are not compatible with the software I have used for the past 15 years. It can look like we are moving out when repairs are being made, but since I own the building, it would be kind of foolish for me to move. I wish this reviewer hadn't just given up and had either walked into the office to discuss the concerns voiced here or continued to contact me by phone or email. S/he is still welcome to contact me to address these concerns. Yes my practice is still in that converted home on Eastern Ave, and I just had the place re-painted yesterday. This reviewer may not recognize me if we did indeed meet before my short trip to Mexico because I lost more than 100 lbs and now work out at the nearby gym on a regular basis.

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Dorothy G Bunce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Taylor

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are few lawyers as knowledgeable as Dorothy. She is the only lawyer I would recommend in Nevada. Her knowledge is only surpassed by her compassion and willingness to share advice without expecting something in return. She's a great person as well as a great lawyer."

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Anerio Altman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 06

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"Dorothy has her act together. Check her out on Avvo! She answers everything."

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James Doan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"At the time of this endorsement, Attorney Bunce is the number one contributor here on Avvo. She takes time to help the community with her thoughtful and informative answers to so many questions. You cannot go wrong wth Attorney Bunce."

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Stephanie Reyes

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bunce provides a much-needed service on Avvo and donates time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."

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Steven Perrigo

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer based on her thorough and knowledgeable answers on this forum."

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Lois Upton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 03

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"I endorse Dorothy Bunce. She is highly experienced and passionate about representing her clients diligently. She is also very personable, and fun to be around, and willing to go the extra mile."

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Leon Bayer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 31

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Mayr

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 09

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"Ms. Bunce is extremely knowledgeable. If you have a complicated legal bankruptcy issue in Nevada, she is suited to resolve it. I endorse this lawyer."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Scottie Leming

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, who provides so generously to the AVVO community and gives sound legal advice."

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Dmitry Balannik

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shari Stevens

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dorothy has a wealth of knowledge and takes time out of her day to help those who need legal assistance."

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Christine Thurston

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 15

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"I confidently endorse this lawyer’s work and standing in the legal community."

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Oscar Ramirez

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bunce is professional, bright and finds creative solutions to complex legal problems. I endorse this lawyer."

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Amber Alas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bunce is extremely knowledgable attorney. She gives freely of her time to answer questions on avvo and does so with expertise. The community is lucky to have her."

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Thomas Kelly

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. Bunce is highly experienced and knowledgeable in his field, and is a regular contributor to Avvo and dedicates a significant amount of his limited time to helping people answer questions in this area."

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Zaheer Shah

Debt settlement lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Bunce is an attorney who exhibits an understanding of legal advocacy that truly sets her apart. Her answers on Avvo are thoughtful, relevant, and compassionate. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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David Phillips

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is with the greatest of pleasure that I highly endorse Dorothy. Not that she needs my endorsement as she is truly the leader of our AVVO online Q and A . Dorothy has literaly given years and hundreds of hours of her time in answering questions for persons she will never meet nor receive a fee. Dorothy is just as quick to advise someone not to file bankruptcy and look at other options when it would be so easy to make bankruptcy the answer to all problems on the bankruptcy q&a. She looks at persons as individuals and not case numbers and offers real empathy for the client. She understands what our clients are facing as her bio clearly states. If you live in the Vegas area it will not be a gamble to see Dorthy for your debt and lien issues. She is a fantastic lawyer and I consider her a great online friend. To quote Dorothy, "Hope this perspective helps! ""

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Peter Morgan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dorothy tells it like it is. Good advice with good humor."

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Fiza Syed

Debt settlement lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1995.

Disbarment issued in NV, 1995

updated on 03/30/2023

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Nevada State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Honors

2016

Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review

2015

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyers in Southern Nevada, Vegas Inc.

2012

Top Lawer in Southern Nevada, Vegas Inc

2011

2011 Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review

2010

2010 Bankruptcy Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review

1996

First 100 Women Admitted to Practice Law in Nevada, American Bar Association

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, A Fresh Start

1993 - 1996

Researcher, Nevada Attorney for Injured Worker

1978 - 1991

Attorney, Law Office of Dorothy Bunce

1978 - 1978

Trust Agent, Nevada National Bank

1977 - 1978

Legal Intern, Peoples National Bank

Associations

1999 - Present

Southern Nevada Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1979 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, District of Nevada

Member

1978 - Present

State Bar of Nevada

Member

1998 - 2002

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Eliminating Tax Debt of $450,062.43 for $920!

Eliminated over $449,000 in IRS debt! Whoo Hoo!

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Education

2011

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

CLE

2009

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

CLE

2008

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

CLE

2007

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

CLE

1978

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

University of Missouri, Kansas City

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

The Don of the Law

Credit Repair

2009

Interview - Wakeup With the Wagners Lienstripping - Removing Second Mortgages

2008

In Business Las Vegas Lienstripping

Publications

1999

Self Guide to Chapter 7 Bankrupcy

Languages

English

Activity

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