Atty. David Alan Tilem
David Alan Tilem is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, litigation, chapter 7 bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Glendale, CA · 44+ Years Experience
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About David Alan Tilem at a Glance
David Alan Tilem is a Principal based in Glendale, California, practicing at Law Offices Of David A Tilem. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California (1982) and Massachusetts (1983). Educated at Loyola University at Los Angeles (J.D., 1981) and Brown University (A.B. Political, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Massachusetts Bar Association. Serves clients in Glendale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Alan Tilem
- David Alan Tilem is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, litigation, chapter 7 bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- David practices at Law Offices of David A. Tilem in Glendale, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
David Alan Tilem's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alan Tilem handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Glendale.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Glendale
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Glendale
David Alan Tilem is one of 6,323 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Glendale
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Alan Tilem is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Glendale
David Alan Tilem is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Glendale
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Glendale
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Glendale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Glendale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Glendale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Glendale Choose David Alan Tilem
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Alan Tilem's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Alan Tilem brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and Massachusetts, David Alan Tilem can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and bankruptcy, David Alan Tilem can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Glendale
A Glendale-based practice means David Alan Tilem attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Alan Tilem Handles in Glendale
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