James Francis Dart

James Francis Dart

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 39 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

6706 24th Street W, Suite A, Tacoma, WA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 60%

38 years | 4,288 cases

60%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 40%

38 years | 1,837 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 39 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

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Location

Shoemaker & Dart, PS, Inc.

6706 24th Street W, Suite A, Tacoma, WA, 98466

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James Francis Dart's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Excellent bankruptcy lawyer

James was very knowledgeable and was able to get us chapter 7 BK instead of 11. He has also been easy to get in touch with and continues answer any questions I've had since filing in 2009. He is the best!

Posted by Terry | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Client on Chapter 13 case

Mr. Dart is an excellent bankruptcy lawyer. Mr. Dart is very knowledgeable and a complete professional and it was a privilege to have him as my lawyer. I would recommend the law firm of Shoemaker Dart to anyone wishing to seek relief from financial distress.

Posted by Bill | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

James guided us through a very difficult situation

James helped us through bankruptcy. Obviously that was not a great time for us, just about everything that could go wrong did with the development and construction of our home. He helped us through our financial nightmare. The wife of a co-worker, a local Olympia attorney, had highly recommended h...im and to this day I'm so glad I checked with her. He gracefully guided us through what could have been a very uncomfortable and daunting process. From the very beginning we knew we were in good hands. He listened attentively and clearly explained every step of the process, but most importantly, each time we communicated I knew He would follow through. I could go on and on, ...I was truly amazed. Hecexemplifies the best of your profession ...and I don't pass out compliments lightly.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2015 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Lawyer who helped when nobody else would

I was forced to file Chapter 7 Bankruptcy that was complicated with many entities involved. My Bankruptcy attorney at the time had done a poor job in making sure everything was closed off. After discharge, I continued to work on one of the entities to try and turn things around which I did. Once t...he entity that was written off by everyone, including the bankruptcy trustee, they realized that there was now money, they came clamoring for it without even considering the money or time it took to create something out of nothing , and since my original attorney had not don't his job, my post bankruptcy work was now going to the trustee. All I wanted was to be reimbursed for my expenses in recreating value in the entity. Nobody would listen or even take my case, except for Jim Dart. Jim never wavered, knew I was being wronged and worked tirelessly to find a resolution, which he did. I cant thank Jim enough for doing something that every other attorney I talked to wouldn't touch. I couldn't think of working with any other attorney .Thank you Jim!

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James Francis Dart's Lawyer Endorsements

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Julie Watson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a veteran bankruptcy practitioner, well respected by his peers. As a fellow bankruptcy attorney, I feel lucky that I can discuss a case or issues with him and gain from his insight and experience."

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William Beecher

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim since he started his practice. He is very bright and I confidently refer clients to Jim when I have a conflict."

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Jonathan Sprouffske

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is a well established bankruptcy attorney in the Pierce County area. He is well respected by his peers, and is a great asset for clients and other attorneys."

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Richard Granvold

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Many persons attempt to contact a bankruptcy attorney without asking how long have they practiced, do they practice both chapter 7 and 13, how many cases have they filed, are you good.. Mr. Dart does practice all chapters, provides great advice and I have referred clients to him over the years when they want local attorney or because of conflict of interest, etc. I would use him myself if needed! You will be well advised and informed and represented if you employ Mr. Dart!"

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Timothy Wilson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim has impressed me with his level of knowledge and legal analysis of difficult bankruptcy issues."

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Joseph Scuderi

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. From my involvement as a construction lawyer, bankruptcy issues are common. Mr. Dart is both competent and efficient and I often refer clients to him."

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Robert Russell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is an exceptional lawyer. I recommend him without reservation."

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David Hill

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Granvold

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Russell

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Gordon Hart

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Shoemaker & Dart, P.S., INC

2005 - 2010

Principal, Law Offices of James F. Dart

1997 - 2005

Senior Partner, Miller & Dart, PS, Inc.

1991 - 1995

Partner, Rovai, Miller, Orlando & Helbling

1986 - 1990

Associate, Law Offices of David A. Yando

1985 - 1986

Extern, United States Bankruptcy Court for The Honorable Robert W. Skidmore

Associations

2011 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1992 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1986 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Member

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

Mary Bridge Festival of Trees

Sponsor

2004 - 2005

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Executive Committee Member

Education

1986

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor cum laude

1983

University of Puget Sound

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Kitsap Legal Services CLE

Bankruptcy & Family Law

2013

Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association CLE

Bankruptcy Basics

N/A

Unfair Discrimination Between Classes and Claims

Bankruptcy

N/A

Understanding the New Bankruptcy Law

Bankruptcy

N/A

Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy

Publications

2013

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association Bankruptcy for Non-bankruptcy Practitioners

N/A

Washington State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education Unfair discrimination in Chapter 13

N/A

National Bankruptcy Institute CLE Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy

Languages

English

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