Atty. David P. Leibowitz
With decades of experience, David P. Leibowitz is a leading bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, presiding over the Law Offices of David P.
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David P. Leibowitz is a Managing Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Lakelaw. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), Wisconsin (2006), and Arizona (2012). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1974) and Northwestern University (B.A. Economics, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bankruptcy Institute National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- With decades of experience, David P. Leibowitz is a leading bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, presiding over the Law Offices of David P. Leibowitz, LLC. He focuses on both business and consumer bankruptcy issues, attending to clients in the Chicago metropolitan area, as well as in Southern Wisconsin and Northwestern Indiana
- Beyond individual representation, Mr. Leibowitz serves as a Chapter 7 trustee and takes on trustee roles in other cases, reinforcing his unique skills in complex bankruptcy proceedings
- Leadership roles in the American Bankruptcy Institute highlight his influence, notably co-chairing events such as CPEX21
- Martindale-Hubbell has honored him with an AV Preeminent rating for his exceptional ethics and professional standards
- An accomplished thought leader and educator, he has made significant contributions through teaching and speaking engagements
- A Northwestern University graduate in economics, he earned his cum laude legal credentials from Loyola University Chicago, and holds dual certifications in bankruptcy law
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David P. Leibowitz is one of 8,886 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Illinois →
David P. Leibowitz is one of 6,375 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Illinois →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David P. Leibowitz is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David P. Leibowitz is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
David P. Leibowitz is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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