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Since its beginning, the firm has provided advice in a wide range of areas. The firm has handled business matters and litigation for a variety of clients. Our business clients in the past have included: C & C Steel Products, Inc., Allied Van Lines, Inc., Assetcare, Inc., Benetech, Inc. Anthem Group Services Corporation, the Reciprocal Group, Shell Oil Company, Rubicon Vista Association, Mercy Foundation, D. Benvenuti/Rubicon Vista Development, California State Automobile Association, United States Automobile Association, Hartford Insurance Company, Truck Insurance Exchange, Farmers Insurance Group, Sacramento Claims Service, Cigna, Optima Healthcare Insurance Services, Kaiser Permanente, Empire Fire & Marine Insurance, Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Co., American General Life Insurance, George Hills Company, Inc., Sutter Health Risk Management, Octagon Risk Services, Inc., Octagon Risk Services, Inc., State Farm Fire & Casualty Company, Security Mutual Life Insurance, Foremost Insurance Group, Motors Insurance Corporation, GE Medical Protective, Cincinnati Insurance Company, Blue Cross of California, Shelter Insurance Companies, Nancy Hicks Maynard, Anthem Life Insurance Company, Chubb, TCO Insurance Services, Yasuda Fire & Marine Insurance Co., Allstate Insurance Company, Two World Financial Center, Preferred Physicians Medical Risk Retention Group, Atlanta Casualty Companies, Wausau Insurance Companies, National Alliance Insurance Company, GMAC Insurance, Northbrook Insurance, Harbor Insurance Company, Federated Mutual Insurance Company, Cal Vet Insurance, Colonial Penn Insurance Company, Universal Underwriters Insurance Co., American Express Property Casualty Co., Westcom Claims Management Services, Inc. California Fair Plan Association, Appalachian Insurance Company, Encompass Insurance Company, AIU North America, Inc. CSE Insurance Company, and California Capital Insurance.
We've posted a fraction of the clients' testimonials that were sent to us on our website . They speak to the warm, thorough, professionalism of our team and to the relief experienced by our clients as their cases are discharged. "If it weren't for all of you this would have been awful. It's not easy making this decision. With all your help and support it's been a breeze and peaceful," "We've been raving about your professional service and recommending you to several others who are in the same boat we were. I can't say enough about how great your staff was as well." "I have never experienced such positive assistance and support from a legal office. Scott-you are an amazing attorney. You walked me through my case and calmed my nerves when I went before the judge."
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44 years | 4,000 cases
44 years | 4,000 cases
44 years | 4,000 cases
44 years | 100 cases
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Posted by Michelle | July 27, 2011
Definitely Recommend
I enjoyed working with Scott and his team. They were always there whenever I had a question or needed anything. Not only were they efficient but friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. I never had any doubt about the safety of my information and trusted him completely.
Posted by Carlota | July 25, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Outstanding Service
My dealings with Atty. Scott Schwartz and his staff had been most favorable from the start till the discharge of my case. My concerns were never ignored and my questions were promptly answered by e-mail. His assistant saw to it that I was updated on matters affecting the case. Indeed they were pro...
Posted by Tom | July 25, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Scott is a great guy who really makes you feel like he is on your side.
Scott got me through the process quickly and painlessly. I appreciated his help and I continue to receive useful information from him when I have asked follow-up questions a year after my BK was discharged. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Yolanda Q. | July 24, 2011 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
A bankruptcy lawyer I can trust
Of the 3 best BK lawyers in my list that I went to for initial consultation, I like Scott Darrell Schwartz (Rust, Armenis & Schwartz Law Firm San Francisco) the most. During the first meeting, Scott gave me an overview of BK 13 vs BK 7 and his expert opinion of what applies to my situation. He also...
Posted by Susan | July 24, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Scott Schwartz extraordinaire
Scott was very helpful and kept us informed during all steps of our bankruptcy. He immediately responded to one of our creditors when they tried to deny our claim and question our motives. His response was immediately accepted by this creditor with no recourse or problems for us. We felt very con...
"Scott Schwartz is an excellent attorney. He always exceeds expectations. I handle bankruptcy hearings for him and his work is always perfect. He has the complete respect of the bankruptcy judges and trustees. He is superb at working out complex bankruptcy and tax problems and his clients always appreciate his dedication to the job."
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Appreciation of Support for Bankrupcy Pro Bono Project, Contra Costa Bar Association
2011
Editor, ABI Volo Project
2010
Apreciation for Support in Pro Bono Panel Presentation, Home Buyers Realty
1993 - Present
Managing Partner, Rust Armenis & Schwartz
1983 - 1993
Partner, Kinder & Wuerfel
2011 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section
2011 - Present
San Mateo County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Santa Clara County Bar Association, Bankruptcy/Commercial Law Section
2011 - Present
Sacramento County Bar Association, Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section
2010 - Present
National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees
2008 - Present
American Bankruptcy Institute
2008 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2008 - Present
NACTT Academy For Consumer Bankruptcy Education
1986 - Present
Property Claims Association of the Pacific (provides CLE for attorneys)Former Board Member and Vice President
1984 - Present
CCAI Bay Area Roundtable (provides CLE to attorneys)Former Board Member
1982 - Present
American Bar AssociationAdvisory Panel
1982 - Present
State Bar of California
1982 - Present
San Francisco Bar Association Business and Bankruptcy Section
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1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2001
Requirements for Handling Property Insurance Arbitrations
1997
Preparing for and Taking Depositions
1995
Expert Testimony
1992
Evidence in Arson Cases
1988
Arson Trials
2012
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