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4.3 /5.0
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David Alan Riggi
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About David
Biography
Former U. S. government bankruptcy attorney with 28 years of experience.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
40 years | 30 cases
Business
20%
40 years | 30 cases
Commercial Real Estate
20%
40 years | 20 cases
Debt and Lending Agreements
10%
40 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 33 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 1992
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Licensed in West Virginia for 39 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 1986
Location
Law Offices of David Alan Riggi
5550 Painted Mirage Road, Suite 120, Centennial Corporate Center, Las Vegas, NV, 89149
riggibankruptcylawfirm.com/Online Presence
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Posted by Shaeleen | June 12, 2015 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Shaeleen
My husband and I did everything possible to comply with the terms of our chapter 13 case. Our previous attorney failed us in many ways. While we we were able to achieve our goal and complete the plan, it was not disclosed that we needed additional action. Mr. Riggi was amazing in helping us to solidi...
Posted by billy | March 20, 2015
Absolutely incredible
This was the best experience I've had with a lawyer, other than having lunch with my aunt. David is amazingly helpful. After taking my initial call, he called back within the hour to discuss his research. He is very thorough. I hope I never find my self in this situation again, but if I do, at le...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020
unreliable, desrespectable,unprofessional and Lazy!
I had phone consultation on the phone 2 days ago and we sent out email with basic information as he instructed. We didn't get any respond from him so we contacted him on the phone again.. he said he will send out email right away but didn't hear anything till next day. When I called him again he said...
David Alan Riggi's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Riggi's advice is spot on; as shown by the answers he has posted to questions on bankruptcy law, he takes the time to answer questions in a common sense manner and plainly addresses legal issues."
"I have known David Alan Riggi for more years than I can count, but just as "one of the gang" at the bankruptcy bar association. Recently got to know him better at a local legal conference and he is a delight. Witty, charming, and knowledgeable. I am happy to endorse Mr Riggi here on Avvo."
"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.I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. An incredible reputation with peers and clients alike"
"I endorse this lawyer. David Alan Riggi is an excellent lawyer, and well-respected in the legal community. Fellow attorneys highly recommend Mr. Riggi, and he provides intelligent answers to the AVVO questions. I highly endorse David Alan Riggi."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have reviewed Attorney Riggi's Avvo answers, as well as what other attorneys have said about him and it is clear that he is an intelligent and well respected attorney."
"I have known Dave since 1980, worked with him on many bankruptcy issues and find him to be very knowledgeable about all aspects of bankruptcy. He has practiced bankruptcy law exclusively since 1986. From 1986-1988, he was the Judicial Law Clerk to the Bankruptcy Judge for the Northern District of West Virginia where he assisted in the administration of numerous individual and corporate bankruptcies. From 1988-1992, Dave was legal counsel to Bankruptcy Courts throughout the country. Since 1992, Dave has successfully represented numerous individuals and casinos in Nevada and numerous individuals in West Virginia. He has helped people and businesses reorganize their debt and has helped many get a fresh start. I highly recommend and endorse Dave as counsel or a resource for other attorneys."
"After reviewing many of Attorney Riggi's responses to complicated legal matters it is clear that he has the utmost knowledge of bankruptcy and I wholeheartedly endorse him as an attorney."
"I personally endorse Attorney Riggi for being an outstanding member of his profession and for bringing quality bankruptcy work to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable about Bankruptcy law and is extremely helpful."
"I have had the chance to interact with Dave at national bankruptcy meetings and conferences. While I have not had cases either with or against him, I can let the Avvo community know that he is very well informed, on top of current bankruptcy issues and highly regarded by his peers. Additionally, I find him to be most pleasant and down to earth. I am confident a client would highly rate both his ability to relate on a personal level and his bankruptcy knowledge."
"I endorse this lawyer. He offers consistent, solid legal advice to the Avvo community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Riggi is know as being a highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."
"I know David Riggi through his contributions to the Avvo bankruptcy community.His answers to complicated questions are always informative and incisive and.demonstrate his broad knowledge in our field of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. David does an excellent job of thinking through the questions asked on AVVO and giving well thought out sound answers. I absolutely endorse this lawyer. He is a true asset to the AVVO community!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Riggi's answers on Avvo indicate a depth of knowledge greater than most bankruptcy lawyers out there, He is one of the few lawyers answering questions on the difficult issues of chapter 11. I would recommend him to debtors in Nevada."
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable and experienced. He has what it takes to anticipate all the little pitfalls and surprises that spring, "miraculously" out of that shoe. If your chips are down, he's the one to talk to. Excellent, easy to understand responses to questions, especially the hard ones."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Stayed Suspension issued in NV, 2024
updated on 03/17/2025Stayed suspension means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
Reprimanded issued in NV, 2018
updated on 12/07/2018This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Public Reprimand issued in NV, 2015
updated on 10/25/2016Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 10 Bankruptcy Attorney, American Institute of Bankruptcy Attorneys
2013
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
25 Year Anniversary Award, Martindale-Hubbell
1991
ABI Writing Competition Award Winner, American Bankruptcy Institute
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Owner, Riggi Law
1991 - 1992
Bankruptcy Associate Attorney, Hale Lane, Now Holland & Hart, LLP
1988 - 1991
U.S. Attorney, United States Bankruptcy Court
1986 - 1988
Clerk, United States Federal Bankruptcy Court
Associations
2015 - Present
State Bar of Nevada, Foreclosure Mediation SectionMediator
2014 - Present
Bankruptcy Law Community - Google +Member
1991 - Present
Southern Nevada Association of Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1991 - Present
Nevada State BarMember
American Bankruptcy Institute
Member
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Martella
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Garcia
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Espinoza
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Romero
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re White
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Spinicchia
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Sosa
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Ferranti
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Foster
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Nardiello
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Harney
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Yeranosian
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Smith
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Gutierrez
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Reckling
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Robbins
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Karas
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Wiesenauer
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Monroe
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Williams
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Gallegos
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Andrade
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Valley Custom Interior, Inc.
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Flores
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Mendoza
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Schofield
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Lascaibar
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Solis
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Smith
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Salinas
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
In re Casco
Confirmation of Chapter 11 plan of reorganization.
Education
1986
West Virginia University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
West Virginia University
MS - Master of Science
N/A
West Virginia University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1990
Administrative Office of U.S. Courts seminar
Bankruptcy Basics
Publications
1991
The Bankruptcy Strategist
Battle of the Bankruptcy Superpriorities
1991
The Bankruptcy Strategist
Justices Keep Busy With Diverse Bankruptcy Cases
1991
The Bankruptcy Strategist
Amended Bankruptcy Rules Impact Industry
1990
The Bankruptcy Strategist
The Supreme Court Decides Granfinanciera
1990
The Bankruptcy Strategist
Supreme Court Avoids Ben Cooper Resolution
1990
Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
Bankruptcy Clerks' Manual (Revisor)
Languages
Italian
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Who in las Vegas attorney handles surplus money left from a foreclosure sold home ?
12 Dec 2023
Q&A
I have a commercial lease with 2.5 years left on it. My business is failing and i need to negotiate to get out of the lease
07 Nov 2023
Q&A
Can i file a chapter 11 for my business which is a llc myself
17 Apr 2014