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 26 - 30 of 63 reviews

Posted by Yuri | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

I would recommend!

I've had a good experience with the Lever Law group. They were very helpful and answered my questions in a timely manner. They genuinely care not just about taking care of your bankruptcy case but about making the process easy as well as financial planning after. Had I known that they would be very w...elcoming and helpful, I would have done it much sooner. I liked that I wasn't judged or anything like that because as many of the people about to decide on bankruptcy know, you already feel a sense of guilt and shame. The Lever Law group is the way to go!

Posted by Randolph | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Very professional

Mr. lever and staff helped make a stressful situation much easier to handle. Recommend highly.

Posted by Bing | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Knowledgeable attorney

Steven Lever represented me as a creditor. He is absolutely knowledgeable about the law AND politics of bankruptcy. He maintained contact promptly and professionally at all times. I am very satisfied with his legal representation and due diligence.

Posted by Stephanie | June 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy Lawyer

Before, finding Steven Lever I had another Bankruptcy Lawyer with respect I will not say his name and what happened was a debt collector from my loan sue me so I told him that there was a summons against me. That Bankruptcy Lawyer and I made an agreement to make increments on my payments. To make... this short he ends up dropping me and saying I was never a client. Well, I prove that I signed letter of engagement and made a payment but he also said,” He will not take any more clients and that I need to find someone else.” Scared that I had gotten another summons from a different debt collector that I went online and decided to find the best Bankruptcy Lawyer and because I no longer had a Bankruptcy Lawyer to go to. They were several Bankruptcy Lawyers, I emailed two of them, and Steven Lever was quick on responding to my situation. The reviews on Yelp helped me choose Steven Lever and because of his quick response, I decided to go with him. Yes, I was nervous on going to see him and I have not done Bankruptcy before and did not know what was expected from him. Meeting Steven Lever the first time he was very helpful, straight forward, and clear what it is expected, his co – workers were very helpful and nice. He never judges me and my situation it made me feel good. His professionalism is amazing, he cares about his clients, he wants to do the best for you, and he wants to let you leave stress free. I wished the other Bankruptcy Lawyer had the same compassion like Steven Lever but I would not have met him if the other did. The other Bankruptcy Lawyer did not show any concerns and was not understanding of my situation. However, I do not regret having Steven Lever representing me through the Bankruptcy he was friendly, helpful, straightforward, showing kindness, and shows that he cares about his clients. I recommended Steven Lever for Bankruptcy because he is the best of them all! Do not be scared and email him, he will respond as quickly as he can and he is willing to help you through your ordeal that you are going through.

Posted by Holly | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Professional & Efficient

If, like me, you found yourself in a financial pit that feels so deep you'll never get out - you owe it to yourself to meet with Steven Lever and his team. The hardest part of the whole process, for me, was making the decision to call for a consultation. After my first meeting with Mr. Lever, I fel...t a sense of hope for the first time in a long time and I knew I was in good hands. Getting yourself in a "financial pit" can feel embarrassing and shameful, but I never once felt judged by Mr. Lever or anyone on his team. Rather, they focused on helping me rebuild and get myself set up for success in the future. I cannot thank Mr. Lever and his team enough for what they have done to help me!

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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

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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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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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