Atty. Sidney Scheinberg

Atty. Sidney Scheinberg

Sidney H. Scheinberg chairs the Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights section of Godwin Bowman PC, representing clients in complex and critical cases.

Dallas Dallas 5 J. Erfahrung 5 year
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About Sidney Scheinberg at a glance

Sidney Scheinberg is a bankruptcy attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practforg at Godwin Bowman PC. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas (2021). Educated at The University of Memphis (J.D., 1988) and University of Memphis (B.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sidney H. Scheinberg chairs the Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights section of Godwin Bowman PC, representing clients in complex and critical cases
  • Based in the firm’s Dallas office, the primary focus of his practice is on bankruptcy and business litigation matters, with an emphasis on the representation of secured creditors, such as automobile finance companies and national banking associations
  • His clients have included such luminaries as Bank of America, Hyundai, Honda, Toyota Financial Services, Nissan and GM Financial
  • A former radio broadcaster, he is a frequent speaker at National Association of Chapter Thirteen Trustees” and National Creditors Bar Association meetings, and has taught a variety of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses on Bankruptcy
  • Reflecting the excellence of his practice, he has been selected among the “Best Lawyers in Dallas” by D Magazine, is AV-rated “Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell, the organization’s highest peer rating for legal skills and ethics, named among the “Top Lawyers in Houston” by Houstonia Magazine, and has achieved a 10.0 “Superb” rating from Avvo, the highest attorney rating

Practice Areas Explained

Sidney Scheinberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sidney Scheinberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sidney Scheinberg

Where is Sidney Scheinberg's law office located?
Sidney Scheinberg's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Godwin Bowman PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sidney Scheinberg handle?
Sidney Scheinberg focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Sidney Scheinberg practiced law?
Sidney Scheinberg has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
Where did Sidney Scheinberg go to law school?
Sidney Scheinberg earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A., 1983); (—).
How can I contact Sidney Scheinberg for a consultation?
You can contact Sidney Scheinberg directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sidney Scheinberg received?
Sidney Scheinberg's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2024-2026.

Education

J.D.
The University of Memphis
- 1988
B.B.A.
University of Memphis
- 1983
Southern Methodist University
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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2024-2026
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, 2024-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — D Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2017
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to ‘Top Lawyers in Houston’, by Houstonia Magazine, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 10.0 “Superb” Rating by Avvo
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV-rated “Preeminent” Martindale Hubbell
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
Admitted: 2021

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