Atty. David Mark Offen
I have over 20 years of experience and have helped over 10,000 individuals and families go through the Bankruptcy process. These filings have included stopping foreclosure on a home, stopping repossession of a car or vehicle, stopping IRS tax levies and frozen bank accounts and putting a stop to; lawsuits, credit card bills, personal loan, bills, utility shutoffs and other types of debt.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 42+ Years Experience
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About David Mark Offen at a Glance
David Mark Offen is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at The Law Offices of David M. Offen. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984), U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1984), and New Jersey (1984). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1984) and Temple University (B.B.A., 1981). Active member of Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Mark Offen
- I have over 20 years of experience and have helped over 10,000 individuals and families go through the Bankruptcy process
- These filings have included stopping foreclosure on a home, stopping repossession of a car or vehicle, stopping IRS tax levies and frozen bank accounts and putting a stop to
- lawsuits, credit card bills, personal loan, bills, utility shutoffs and other types of debt
- I have also helped many other families handle their debt situation without any need to file bankruptcy.With my help, these families have saved countless millions of dollars of debt.I enjoy getting to know my clients and will be happy to answer any and all questions you may have
- You are treated as a person and not a number
Practice Areas Explained
David Mark Offen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Mark Offen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Philadelphia
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Philadelphia
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Philadelphia
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Mark Offen is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Foreclosure Defense in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose David Mark Offen
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 Mark Offen's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and foreclosure.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Mark Offen brings 42+ 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 Pennsylvania, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, David Mark Offen 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 Mark Offen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means David Mark Offen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Mark Offen Handles in Philadelphia
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