Guy David Chism

Guy David Chism

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 19 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at South Lake Tahoe, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Estate Planning, Consumer Protection

Serving South Lake Tahoe and Surrounding Areas, South Lake Tahoe, CA

About Guy

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 60%

Debtor Practice Only.

20 years | 1,800 cases

60%
Consumer Protection 20%

20 years | 100 cases

20%
Estate Planning 20%

20 years | 150 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 8 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2017

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Chism Law Offices

Serving South Lake Tahoe and Surrounding Areas, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

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Guy David Chism's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Foreclosure

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2011 | Foreclosure

Grateful to have worked with Guy

Let me first off say that bankruptcy was much more painful and difficult then I could have imagined. It's one of those things you hear or read about and you really can't understand - unless you go through it. I just had no idea what it would do to my confidence, and overall sense of well being whic...h is why I am immensely grateful to have worked with Guy Chism. Guy was helpful not only with the legal issues around bankruptcy but handled it with unquestionable respect and kindness. This to me was priceless. He has proven to be trustworthy, kind, detailed and on top of his game. I should also mention that a couple of years ago my family and I was a victim of mistaken identity with a foreclosure for a house that was never ours. This nightmare lasted for a few years and finally ended abruptly when we secured Guy's help. I highly recommend working with Guy. Feel free to private message me if you have any questions about working with him.

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Guy David Chism's Lawyer Endorsements

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Oliver Gardner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Guy is a graduate of my Consumer Bankruptcy Boot Camp and is doing great work in California for consumers."

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James Keenan

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ethical, very bright, hard working, and personable. Judges respect him."

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Catherine King

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Kathrin Dimas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Stanley Lockhart

Real estate lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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James Nations

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Scott Souers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tammy Mercado

Family lawyer

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Jo-Ann Adams

Unknown lawyer

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Stanley Lockhart

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Margaret Brown

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Catherine King

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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James Keenan

Insurance lawyer

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Kathrin Dimas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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James Nations

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2009 - Present

Max Gardners Bankruptcy Boot Camp

2009 - Present

United States Coast Guard JAG

Legals Services Attorney

2007 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

2010 - 2012

Oral Roberts University

Alumni Board of Directors

Education

2013

Masters International

Doctor of Divinity

2004

New College of California School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Oral Roberts University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

United States Coast Guard Foreclosure Seminar

Foreclosures, Loan Modifications, Bankruptcy

Publications

2010

Contra Costa Bar Association The Answer Man

Languages

English

Activity

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