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 16 - 20 of 22 reviews | Case Results

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 Bob | June 15, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great Advise, Very Knowledgeable

Steve gave us our pease of mind back. We were forced to close our business and Steve was able to free us from the excessive debt that we had incurred. His advise was right on the money. My wife and I have begun putting our lives back on track. Thank you Steve for the second chance. We have refer...red several clients to Steve. They have all been very satisfied with the results. B & D.

Posted by Kenneth | June 15, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

a genuine success story

Several years ago I used the services of LeverLaw. I was recently divorced and my career hadn’t taken off yet. Steve and his staff took charge right away and I went from feeling out of control to having a plan of action. I followed the advice I was given, and it really worked. Steve took a very p...ersonalized interest in getting me a fresh start. Now, thankfully, that is all behind me and I’m remarried with a wonderful family and doing great in my career. It’s hard to believe I was in that situation now, and I’m glad LeverLaw was there to help me get my fresh start.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Trustworthy, Helpful and a Great Advocate

My experience with Mr. Lever and his staff exceeded my expectations. I had a very complicated case because of my business closure and I needed expert help to determine what was best for my family and I. Mr. Lever explored various options and proposed several scenarios for us to consider. Choosing the... path of bankruptcy is not for everyone. However in our case we made the right decision. We now have breathing room, we can keep the home we have invested lots of time, memories and money into and most of all we now have peace of mind. I highly recommend Mr. Lever to be your advocate. He did well by us and we appreciate what his experience did for us. A&G

Posted by Danielle and Phillip | May 31, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Professional and Trustworthy

We were referred to Steve Lever by our therapist. Financial burden was taking a toll on many facets of our life. Our new business had drained us of our resources and we were drowning in debt. Bankruptcy was inevitable. Steve is a professional, knowledgeble and confident attorney. Steve and his helpfu...l and efficent staff eased our feelings and walked us thru the process. Everything went as said. We highly recommend the Law Offices of Steven B. Lever.

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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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Jill Kim

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Christie Cronenweth

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Alisa Admiral

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Peter Lively

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Rodger Landau

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Holly Nolan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Binning

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David Weil

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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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