Atty. David B. Wheeler

Atty. David B. Wheeler

David Wheeler brings more than 30 years of experience in guiding clients through debt recovery in loan workouts, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and collection in state and federal courts. A S.C. certified specialist in the area of debtor-creditor law, Dave has practiced in bankruptcy courts throughout the nation.

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Profile Summary

About David B. Wheeler at a glance

David B. Wheeler is a bankruptcy attorney based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Moore & Van Allen PLLC. Educated at The University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12 (2026). Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David Wheeler brings more than 30 years of experience in guiding clients through debt recovery in loan workouts, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and collection in state and federal courts
  • A S.C. certified specialist in the area of debtor-creditor law, Dave has practiced in bankruptcy courts throughout the nation
  • He is familiar with all facets of the law necessary for the successful application of long-term strategies to maximize recoveries for his clients
  • Author and frequent lecturer on leading-edge bankruptcy and creditors’ rights issues, Dave provides his commercial bankruptcy and restructuring clients sophisticated counsel across a full spectrum of creditor representation issues
  • A South Carolina Supreme Court certified specialist in bankruptcy and debtor/creditor law, he works largely in commercial bankruptcies and foreclosures on behalf of creditors, including handling claim objections and preference claim defense nationwide, with frequent appearances in the Southern District of New York and Delaware
  • Dave’s clients range from individual creditors to banking institutions and South Carolina’s largest utility
  • Recognizing that resolution short of court action may be the most beneficial course for a client, Dave has extensive experience in out-of-court workouts, where his knowledge of all facets of creditor and real estate law set him apart
  • His services to clients include preferences, utility bankruptcy, liquidation plans, claim objection defense and litigation, Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy, foreclosure, involuntary bankruptcy filing, receivership and receiver sales, and fraudulent conveyance actions

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Wheeler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Wheeler 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 South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina 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 South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David B. Wheeler

Where is David B. Wheeler's law office located?
David B. Wheeler's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Moore & Van Allen PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Wheeler handle?
David B. Wheeler focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
Where did David B. Wheeler go to law school?
David B. Wheeler earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact David B. Wheeler for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Wheeler 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 David B. Wheeler received?
David B. Wheeler's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12; Best Lawyers in America — Collections; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial.

Education

J.D.
The University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chapter 12
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Collections
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Creditors' Rights
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Foreclosures
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Loan Documentation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Out-of-Court Workouts
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Utilities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workouts and Restructurings
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Charleston (SC)
- 2022

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