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Acquired: 2006
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State: Utah
Acquired: 2017
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Serving South Lake Tahoe and Surrounding Areas, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
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Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2009 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Distinguished Attorney - Professional, Prompt, Efficient, and Extremely Knowledgable
One should never be in a situation where you need a bankruptcy specialist. But if you should ever be in that situation, Mr.Guy Chism is hands down the lawyer you should have on your side. With a distinguished career working with individuals and companies, he has a laser-like focus on what needs to b...
Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2009 | Debt Settlement
Not Your Typical Lawyer
Not the cheapest guy in town but definately the best!! This guy is incredible and is knowledgeable beyond his practice of law. He thinks it all the way through and gives both best case scenario and worst case scenario. I have interviewed 3 lawyers before going to Guy. They all charged me, he did ...
Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2009 | Consumer Protection
Fantastic Lawyer
Mr. Chism has been most helpful. He got us out of a real jam in very short order. He is extremely knowledgable and explains his plan of action clearly and concisely. He is easy to reach and returns calls promptly. He helped identify a scam in our case and is presently pursuing it vigorously. We ...
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2009 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Awesome Bankruptcy Lawyer
Mr. Chism does most of his own work. He does not turn over important matters to a staff member. I can reach him almost any time and he makes himself available to clients even on weekends. Bankruptcy is a very tough thing. Its like a death. Mr. Chism stepped me through the entire process and no ma...
"Guy is a graduate of my Consumer Bankruptcy Boot Camp and is doing great work in California for consumers."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ethical, very bright, hard working, and personable. Judges respect him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work 100%! Guy is a phenomenal attorney who works with a spirit of excellence of the highest degree. He is exceptionally intelligent, creative and committed. He is a man of incredibly generosity of heart, time and energy, giving himself and his talents and skills selflessly for the benefit of both his clients, volunteer work and others in the legal community. He is an excellent attorney with exceptional knowledge and experience. He pursues higher level training readily to "bring more to the table" for his clients and offers what he learns for the betterment of the legal community at large. Guy is a man of tremendous character, compassion and diligence and an attorney who effectively marries both the letter of the law with its spirit. He practices law effectively and and in doing so, does much to improve the lives of his clients and friends with his "extra mile" approach to life and law."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Guy Chism is a very experienced, competent and cordial attorney. He coached me while I was preparing for the NY and the CA bar examination, supported and still does support my professional development and career, and is a great friend of mine."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Guy Chism is highly trained in the collateral areas of BK including FDCPA, ECOC, RESPA, TILA, etc... One of a select few that are mentored and trained by Attny Max Gardner, highly regarded as one of the most knowledgeable and expert consumer BK Attny in the entire country. Guy Chism is a consumer oriented and caring Attny that can handle the tough ones, too."
"Guy Chism is an outstanding and caring professional. We has an terrific understanding of the law and the legal process and uses his knowledge for the benefit of his clients. He is a competent and zealous advocate for his clients. I highly endorse Mr. Chism."
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2015
Super Lawyer/Rising Star, Northern California Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer/Rising Star, Northern California Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer/Rising Star, Northern California Super Lawyers
2013
Meritorious Award, United States Coast Guard Aux
2010
United States Coast Guard Spirit of Excellence, United States Coast Guard Judge Advocate General
2010
Meritorious Service, United States Coast Guard
2007 - Present
Aux Attorney Legal Services Command, United States Coast Guard JAG
2006 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Guy David Chism, Esq.
2008 - 2009
Asst Dean-Adjunct Professor, Silicon Valley Law School
2007 - 2008
Adjunct Professor, New College School of Law
2004 - 2009
Tutor/Instructor, Law School Tutoring Services
2001 - 2010
Bar Exam Educational Services, Flemings Fundamentals of Law
1999 - 2001
Law Administrator, Sutton Law Group
2009 - Present
Max Gardners Bankruptcy Boot Camp
2009 - Present
United States Coast Guard JAGLegals Services Attorney
2007 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2010 - 2012
Oral Roberts UniversityAlumni Board of Directors
2013
Doctor of Divinity
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Foreclosures, Loan Modifications, Bankruptcy
2010
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