Steven Brian Lever

Steven Brian Lever

also known as LEVERLAW

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 34 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Long Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Foreclosure

5318 E. Second Street, Long Beach, CA

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

Mostly Debtor representation; lien stripping

35 years | 322 cases

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

I get more clients to pass the means test than the average lawyer, and take full advantage of this chapter of the Code.

35 years | 2,833 cases

10%
Foreclosure 10%

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Not Eligible to Practice Law (Not Entitled)

No misconduct found

Location

Lever Law

5318 E. Second Street, Long Beach, CA, 90803

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Steven Brian Lever's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 63 reviews

Posted by Ross | March 31, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Steve Lever is A Really Good Lawyer!

Steve took the time to understand my BK case, which was not a small one. He put together a case for me that best suited my circumstance. He was thorough, insightful, kind and diligent. My result was undoubtedly the most favorable one for me. I felt refreshed and invigorated after being distraught b...y my situation for so long. Steve is a tremendous resource and incredibly capable. Thanks, Steve, for representing me so well. I can't thank you enough.

Posted by Brian | March 18, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Steven B. Lever Law firm are the Best at what they do!

I feel very fortunate to have come across Steven B. Lever & his law firm associates. They were top notch professionals the whole way through my bankruptcy process, yet very friendly and extremely personable at the same time (with the latter being something that is not usually synonymous or linked wit...h Lawyers & Law firms). Everyone there made me feel very comfortable even though I was going through what would seem like a tough situation like filing for a chapter 7 bankruptcy. I first found out about the Lever Law group simply by using the google search engine for a local bankruptcy attorney in my immediate area (which is Long Beach). What really stood out in my mind, was how fascinating and informative Steven went by writing, producing and staging his own information videos for his website as apposed to everyone else's boring long winded confusing text based pages that left me feeling confused and worst off, wether I was doing the right thing. After my initial meeting in person with Steven, I knew right off the bat that he was the right person for this process. From start to finish, Steven and his team impressed me beyond my expectations of what going through a bankruptcy would be and it being such a non-exciting time in my life, rather, they left me feeling presently surprised that a new fresh start in my life is quite possible without the feeling of guilt or negativity. If you are looking for a great Attorney and a great team I HIGHLY recommend the Lever Law Group. They will exceed your expectations and get the job done right, You will not be disappointed with your decision, I promise! sincerely, brian scott

Posted by Tony T. | February 18, 2011 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Honest, knowledgeable and trustworthy

let me 1st tell you this, my wife and i had been contemplating about filing chapter 7 for a long time but didnt know who to go to or who to trust. We didnt know what to do and was scared to do so. We had gone to one of the bankruptcy attorney (recommended by a friend) prior to seeing Mr. Lever but i...t turns out that she was so incompetent or at least wasn't helpful at all. We went to see her with some knowledge about chapter 7, however when we got out, we were more confused and scared then ever. We finally found Mr Lever via web search engine. We didn't know whether to go through him or not but after our 1st appointment, we felt like a hugh rock was lifted off of us. He is very friendly and very knowledgeable and helpful. Mr Lever and his staff(madeleine) always respond back to our question and concerns. He made us worry free from the time we hired him until the discharged date. It took us 3-1/2 months from the time we filed up to the discharged date. We will definitely go to Mr Lever again if we ever needed him in the future, I highly recommend anyone out there thinking of filing chapter 7 or 13 or even just wants a free consultation to see Mr Lever first. He is very trustworthy and organize with his work. I am very impressed and like the idea of electronic communication. It made the whole process so much easier, especially for those that have a very busy schedule. We only had to see him twice in person and the rest just sit back and wait for the whole process to go through. AGAIN THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING YOU AND YOUR STAFF(MADELEINE) HAD DONE FOR US. IT WAS THE MOST PAINLESS PROCESS.

Posted by Rick | October 21, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great Service

I want to say that I was very apprehensive about filing for BK at first. My fiancee used Steven Lever for hers a few years ago, and suggested I see him. From the first meeting, I felt very positive and Steven took the time to explain all the details about what I was doing. BK is a way to start over. ...Steven and his office staff (Madeleine) answered every call and email from me, and I felt that I wasn't just a form of income for another lawyer. My BK closed in May 2010, and now its October and my credit score is 657, and I have got my first credit card with a 2000 limit! (from Cap1 which is one of the companies that I listed in my BK!) I am so relieved about this new start, and really appreciate the way Steven's office handled my BK. Thanks again! RickW , Huntington Beach

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Understanding and Helpful

After the 2008 financial collapse we were considering bankruptcy, and found Steve on an internet search. It seemed like a trek to drive all the way to Long Beach from Pasadena, but after he was super-helpful and informative on the phone, I wanted to give it a try. We were able to "lay all our cards o...n the table", and though we wanted to be able to pay off our debts, when we walked through our limited assets, we realized we'd never be able to do it while unemployed (and no employment in sight). Steve walked us through the process with understanding and graciousness (I can't imagine how many tears this man wades through every day), and he and his staff were always available to respond to questions. For the icing on the cake, he utilizes the power of the internet to do remote conference calls and chats where we could go through paperwork without having to drive to Long Beach again. If you are considering bankruptcy, I absolutely recommend Steve Lever to take you through it all with dignity, respect, and understanding!

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Steven Brian Lever's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alisa Admiral

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steve is a great attorney. He is very knowledgeable and has a lot of experience in the legal field. He is also a well-respected member of the bankruptcy legal community. His office is skilled at utilizing available technology, which makes things easier for all parties involved. On top of this, Steve is a great person and more than worthy of my endorsement."

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William Shibley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred several clients with debt problems to Mr. Lever. He has handled those matters very competently and my clients have had excellent results with his assistance."

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A. Felsen

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Stanley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Other

"I am very impressed with Steven Lever and his credentials. I endorse this attorney."

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Adam Jaffe

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for several years and his knowledge on contested and uncontested bankruptcy matters is unrivaled. He is ALWAYS on a short list of bankruptcy lawyers that I refer matters to. If needed, I would hire him for myself"

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Christine Kingston

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lever is a colleague and active member of the Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Association who provides support to our newer members. He wants the best for his prospective clients and works with other attorneys to provide the best outcome for consumers in need. He is truly a consumer protection attorney and I recommend this lawyer."

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John Greifendorff

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Steve for a number of years. He's a very well informed and very well organized attorney in the bankruptcy court. I've recommended him to others and will continue to do so."

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David Weil

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve and I worked together on a complicated and unusual Chapter 11 Maritime Bankruptcy case involving a multi-million dollar yacht with a multi-million dollar mortgage. Steve was our bankruptcy counsel in this maritime foreclosure case and he was a valuable asset to the team as we worked for relief from stay to prevent the yacht from escaping to Mexico."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Attorney, LeverLaw

1992 - 1992

Attorney, Roquemore, Pringle & Moore, Inc.

1992 - 1995

Partner, Clarkson, Lever & Gore

1989 - 1989

Law Clerk, Torson & Associates

Associations

2008 - Present

Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association

Member

2008 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1999 - Present

Orange County Bankruptcy Forum

Member

Education

2001

University of California - Irvine

Certificate

1991

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

CLE for Enrolled Agents

Taxes and Real Estate in Bankruptcy

Languages

French

Activity

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