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David Samuel Shevitz
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Biography
David S. Shevitz is certified as a Bankruptcy Specialist by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization.
Shevitz Law Firm provides legal services for individuals and small businesses facing financial distress. Our firm represents debtors and creditors in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, but often are able to provide a variety of services for individuals and businesses where bankruptcy is not the best solution such as workout agreements and debt settlement.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
40%
15 years
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
35%
15 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
15%
15 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Shevitz Law Firm
2600 W. Olive Avenue #5469, Fifth Floor, Burbank, CA, 91505
Shevitz Law Firm
5850 Canoga Ave., Suite 400, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (28)
Lawsuits & Disputes (8)
Debt Settlement (5)
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (4)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (4)
Debt Collection (3)
Foreclosure (3)
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy (2)
Credit Repair (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Posted by Reuben | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy Expert
Mr. Shevitz Law Firm Group went above and beyond in the handling of our Chapter 13 BK case. He was willing to answer questions and responded emails promptly. Mr. Shevitz and his staff were very professional and courteous in helping my family overcome this emotional and stressful situation. I would h...
Posted by Lawrence Robinson | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy handling
David Shevitz is a great attorney, specializing in bankruptcies. He handled a very difficult Chapter 13 bankruptcy for me, which he took over from another attorney when it was on the verge of being dismissed. It was difficult because there were many changes in income and expenses, including a perio...
Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2015 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Attorney David Shevitz saved my bankruptcy case
Attorney David Shevitz saved my bankruptcy case and ultimately my home. I initially filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy with an attorney that I thought was well versed in bankruptcy law. My case was pending for over a year and my plan was still not finalized. Thankfully, I met Mr. Shevitz who indicate...
Posted by Greg | April 05, 2013 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Light at the end of the tunnel
We knew nothing about Ch 13 until the Ure Law Firm recommended this path of reorganization. The lawyers Tom Ure & David Shevitz did an expert job in getting our plan certified. As a result this is the first year in a long time that we have not had to use credit to pay our annual federal income and st...
David Samuel Shevitz's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is my go-to-guy for bankruptcy issues and the only attorney who I will ever refer bankruptcy matters too. He is one of only a handful of professionals whose work I can always trust. There are few attorneys who are as dedicated and detail-oriented as David, so I strongly endorse him."
"David is a smart, detail-oriented and conscientious bankruptcy attorney. I have watched him do great work for his clients in court many times."
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"Mr. Shevitz is an excellent attorney. Spend a few moments chatting bankruptcy with him and you will see right away that he has the great knowledge in bankruptcy and passion for it. Mr. Shevitz is a highly trustworthy. He can think about issues that arise in bankruptcy creatively and find the law to back it. Mr. Shevitz also knows how to interact with clients and manage client expectations. You are in good hands with Mr. Shevitz as your bankruptcy counsel."
"David Shevitz is a reliable, experienced bankruptcy attorney who provides enormous piece of mind to his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great attorney and he truly cares for his clients. I see him in court all the time and he does a great job representing his clients."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"David Samuel Shevitz has a terrific understanding of bankruptcy law and his clients are lucky to have his expertise to make sure their case proceeds smoothly. I am happy to offer Mr Shevitz my endorsement."
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"David is very meticulous to detail and cares for his clients and the work he does. I enjoy working with him on and appreciate the work he does."
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Experience
Honors
2022
2022 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
2021 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
2020 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
2019 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
2018 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
2017 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
2016 Southern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Certified Bankruptcy Specialist, State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2010
United States District Court - Central District, Admitted to Practice
2010
Supreme Court of California, Admitted to Practice
2010
Certification of Appreciation for work as Research Editor, Loyola of Los Angeles Entertainment Law Review
2009
Certificate of Appreciation for work as Staff Member, Loyola of Las Angeles Entertainment Law Review
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Shevitz Law Firm
2011 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Ure Law Firm
2009 - 2009
Judicial Extern, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, (Hon. Sheri Bluebond)
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, U.S. Department of Justice (U.S. Trustee's Office)
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Archer Norris
Associations
2015 - Present
James T. King Bankruptcy American Inn of CourtBoard Member
2015 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney AssociationBoard Member
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Associationmember
2009 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2012 - 2015
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of CourtMember
2011 - 2014
Central District Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Hudson, No. CC-13-1264-BaPaKu (9th Cir. B.A.P. Jan. 14, 2014)
Appeal granted and Bankruptcy Court Order Granting Relief From Stay reversed.
In re: Henry Amos 2:12-bk-33646.
This case was confirmed.
In re: Beulah B. Soleta 2:12-bk-11-55298-VZ
Chapter 11 Plan confirmed, Chapter 11 Discharge received and junior mortgages eliminated.
Education
2010
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Univ of California at Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
James T. King Bankruptcy American Inn of Court October 2019 Meeting
Assumptions of Intellectual Property Licenses in Bankruptcy Cases
2018
Conservatorships, Trust and Bankruptcy
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of Court March 2017 Meeting
2017
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of March 2017 Meeting
In re: Hudson and the Business Records Exception
2017
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of Court November 2017 Meeting
Conversions to Chapter 11 and Related Matters
2016
San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Business and Bankruptcy Law Section
Tentative Opinions of the Woodland Hills Bankruptcy Judges (2016)
2016
Orange County Bar Association, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section
Admit What You Do Not Know : Common Evidentiary Mistakes in Bankruptcy Court
2015
Update on 9th Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Published Opinions
Bankruptcy Appellate Panel 2014 Select Cases and Practice Pointers
2015
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of Court November 2015 Meeting
Responding to the Adversary Complaint
2015
The James T. King Bankruptcy Inn of Court March meeting
363 Sale Motions In Bankruptcy
2013
The Southern California Bankruptcy American Inns of Court November meeting
First Day Motions in Chapter 11 Cases
2013
The Southern California Bankruptcy American Inns of Court March Meeting
Dischargeability of Taxes in Chapter 7
Publications
2009
Loyola of Los Angeles Entertainment Law Review Volume 30 Issue 1
Does Current Antitrust Regulation Provide Free Parking for PayPal and EBay in the Monopoly Game of Online Auction Sites and Person-to-Person Online Payment Systems?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
My car was repossessed and i need to get it back. can i file chapter 13 and get it back? is so how soon?
11 Jun 2018
Q&A
Surrender car in chapter 13
26 Mar 2015
Q&A
Will I receive monies I've paid into chapter 13 after converting to a chapter 7
03 Apr 2013