Martha Jill Simon

Martha Jill Simon

also known as Martha J. Simon, Marti

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 44 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt

369 Pine St., Suite 527, San Francisco, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

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Martha J. Simon

369 Pine St., Suite 527, San Francisco, CA, 94104

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Martha Jill Simon's Reviews

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7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Keith | February 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Very, very good experience with Martha

Looking over the entirety of my legal engagement, a bankruptcy filing, with Martha the entire engagement went very, very well. Martha is very professional in all respects. While at times during the engagement it seemed Martha was focusing on minor details and asking for excessive personal informati...on, sure enough, all the information was eventually needed for the bankruptcy petition. I felt the bankruptcy petition which Martha prepared on my behalf was a thorough, accurate, and – most importantly – successful legal document. In addition to her professionalism, Martha was very caring, patient, and attentive to my personal situation. Martha worked with me when I had delays raising the money to pay her fee, even though my delays led to additional work for her (in the form up updating previously provided information, etc.). Martha also provided very good personal, spending and budgeting advice when I was having severe financial issues. In my experience, Martha is firm when she needs to be but is also very fair. Also, most certainly, she is a very experienced and knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney. I can literally say “I don’t know where I would be without Martha’s legal assistance”; however, my situation would almost certainly be a much less fortunate one than the one I am in now. Thank you, Martha, once again.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Martha is the best

Martha came highly recommended and was great through the difficult process. Very professional and knowledgeable. Responded to questions quickly and accurately. A strong advocate with the trustee.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

A Great Choice for Bankruptcy Representation

I would highly recommend Ms. Simon. She is extremely competent in bankruptcy matters, and offered path of what our options were and what we could expect. There were no surprises.

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2014

Martha is all heart

Martha helped me through an extremely difficult time 8 years ago and remember her being caring and fair with me even when things were more cloudy. That is invaluable.

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Top-notch

Well into my divorce, my ex filed for bankruptcy. I was advised to hire Marti for protection from his creditors. She did such a fine, thorough job, the court switched his hearing from one of bankruptcy to one of bad faith. He withdrew his filing, I was protected and the system was not defrauded. Mar...ti is delightful and her advice is clear.

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Martha Jill Simon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leon Bonney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed by Attorney Simon's credentials. I endorse this lawyer."

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Shari Marks

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Martha Simon for over twenty years and know that she is a skilled bankruptcy attorney who cares deeply about her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable, works hard, and gets results. I highly recommend her."

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Patrick Mcmahon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the privilege of working with Martha Simon over the past several years with bankruptcy matters. She is an experienced, thoughtful and dedicated lawyer who provides outstanding service to her clients. I am pleased to have this opportunity to endorse her."

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Leon Bonney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Shari Marks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Patrick Mcmahon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Clint Hockenberry Leadership Award, AIDS Legal Referral Panel (ALRP)

2009

BDRP resolution advocate service award, US Bankruptcy Court, N. District of California

2008

Hero Award for 15 years of service, AIDS Legal Referral Panel (ALRP)

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Martha J. Simon

1991 - 2001

Partner, Simon & Kane

1987 - 1990

Associate, Frandzel & Share

Associations

2010 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Admitted

2000 - Present

National Assn. of Consumer Bankruptcy Attys. (NACBA)

Member

1996 - Present

Bankruptcy Dispute Resolution Panel (BDRP)

Resolution advocate - appointed by Bankruptcy Court

1995 - Present

Aids Legal Referral Panel (ALRP)

Panelist, Past Board Member and Board Co-Chair

1990 - Present

Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section, SF Bar Assn.

Member

1981 - Present

Queen's Bench Bar Association

Member

Education

1981

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

American University School of International Service

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Continuing Educ. for Attys.

Consumer Bankruptcy

2009

Consumer Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Boot Camp

2009

Barristers' Club

Consumer Bankruptcy

2008

Family Law Committee

Family Law and Bankruptcy Issues

Languages

Spanish

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