Lisa M. Edgar-Dickman
The Law Offices of Lisa M. Edgar-Dickman
2451 Palmira Pl
San Ramon, CA 94589
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Phone: (925) 314-0381
http://www.thedickmanlawgroup.com
Highly Qualified Bankruptcy Lawyer, San Ramon Area, CA
Legal Topic
Real Estate Law
Preferred New Clients
Bankruptcy, Real Estate, General Practice.
Sub-Topics
Architecture & Engineering
Broker & Transaction Litigation
Building Codes
Buying Property
Condominiums & Cooperatives
Construction Contracts
Construction Defects
Conveyancing
Homeowners' Associations
Land Contracts
Landlord-Tenant
Mortgages
Real Estate Loans
Renting & Leasing
Title Insurance
Title Litigation
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
Bankruptcy, Real Estate, General Practice.
Sub-Topics
Business Bankruptcy
Chapter 11
Chapter 13
Chapter 7
Collections & Repossessions
Credit Disputes
Debt Relief
Foreclosure
Garnishments
Personal Bankruptcy
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 2005
Bar Number: 241008
Other Court Admissions
Northern District of California, Eastern District California, Northern District of Illinois, District of Colorado, and Tax Court.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association and Coco County Bar Association of San Francisco.
Continuing Education
I help run the Bankruptcy law clinic at JFK law school in Pleasant Hill. I attend continuing legal education seminar on Bankruptcy and Real Estate law. I am a section member of both Real Estate section and Bankruptcy section of Contra Costa Bar. I am also Bankruptcy section member of the San Francisco Bar.
Example Cases
I had a Chapter 7 client in San Jose that tried to get a loan modification prepetition and could not because his debt was too high. We filed bankruptcy and in the middle of bankruptcy I was able to modify his loan. I had an Oakland case where the loan was modified and there was potential adversary that was avoided.
Education
Thomas M. Cooley
Juris Doctor
Lansing
MI
1990
Graduate Top 20% of class.
I clerked while in law school for Lansing Law Firm. Moot Court was required class.
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science
Athens
GA
1987
Delta, Delta, Delta.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California, Colorado, and Illinois.
Firm Focus and History
Addressing and helping people in financial hardships. I also represent clients in all types of real estate matters.
I started my solo firm in Illinois in September 1991. I have had the Libertyville Office since then. In 2000 (late), we relocated to Colorado for my husband's job. I practiced in Colorado in 2001 to 2004. Again, my husband's job relocated us to the Bay Area in August of 2004. I started my firm in December of 2005.
Previous Employment Summary
Out of law school, I worked for the law firm Brunswick, Keefe & Deer for approximately one year and then started my own firm. I have been a solo practitioner ever since.
Activities and Awards
Treasurer for three years for Association of Women Attorneys of Lake County and a member at large for ten years.
Pro Bono work for Alameda County.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I like clients educating themselves. I want my clients making informed decisions about their case.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to do so depending on circumstances.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I would be willing to coach.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I really wanted to help people. The legal process can be scary and confusing. I believe in the justice and the legal system.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I think being a parent makes me a better lawyer. I also think volunteering and giving back to the community is important. Doing activities and being involved helps keep me balanced.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I found bankruptcy while clerking when a client needed to do Chapter 7. I was told to figure it out. I have been practicing bankruptcy law ever since.
What do you like best about your career?
I like meeting and helping clients. I like that I never have the same work day.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so all of my clients deal directly with me. I like taking in my own bankruptcy cases so I can catch issues before they occur. I do have an assistant who spends most of her time on loan modifications.
What are your strengths and style?
I am very personable, so I am easy to talk to. We provide personal care to each client.
Personal Interests:
Wine tasting, volunteering with my children's cheerleading and activities. Movies, reading, singing and spending time with family and friends.
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
After hours available as well as weekends by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I charge $2,500 plus costs for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. I charge $4,800 plus costs for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 11s are done hourly at an reduced rate of $250 per hour.
Hourly Rates
$275.
Free Initial Consultation?
I do offer 30 minutes free, then hourly rates apply.
Typical Retainer
For non-bankruptcy matters, $2,500.
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