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Billy D. Price
Billy D. Price, P.C.
5489 Blair Road
Suite 425
Dallas, TX 75231
Phone: (214) 696-9601 | Fax: (214) 696-9635
http://www.billyprice.net
Protecting Your Interests in Tough Times
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to handles consumer Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Business Bankruptcy
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
TX, May 1992
Bar Number: 16283860
Specialty Certifications
Consumer Bankruptcy.
Other Court Admissions
All Texas State Courts, Federal District Court, Northern District of Texas, Federal District Court Eastern District of Texas, Federal District Court of Western Division of Texas, Federal Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Texas, Federal Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Texas, Federal Bankruptcy Court Western Division of Texas.
Association Memberships
Texas Star Bar, Texas State Bar College, Dallas County Bar Association, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, National Association of Consumer Attorneys, Better Business Bureau of Greater Dallas.
Continuing Education
I attend numerous continuing education courses throughout the year. I attend the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys' Conference every year.
Papers and Publications
Blog: billydpricepc.com/blog
Example Cases
I regularly handle Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases.
Education
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science
School:
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
City:
Odessa
State:
TX
Year:
1989
Honors:
Cum Laude
Degree:
Doctor of Jurisprudence
School:
Texas Tech University School of Law
City:
Lubbock
State:
TX
Year:
1991
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Texas
Firm Focus and History
My firm is a family firm. My wife is the office manager and my daughter is the associate attorney.
My firm was established in 1997, and I have exclusively handled bankruptcy cases since 2000.
Previous Employment Summary
Before starting my own firm, I was a partner in the Law Firm of Price, Heald and Price.
Activities and Awards
Graduate of Max Gardner's Boot Camp in 2006.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is important that clients educate themselves before they hire a bankruptcy attorney. They should consider:
1. Board Certification. Attorneys that are board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law are specialists that represent non-business debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases. To become board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, an attorney must have:
* Been licensed to practice law for at least five years;
* Devoted at least 30 percent of his practice to bankruptcy law for at least three years;
* Handled a wide variety of bankruptcy law matters (including at least 15 contested court cases) to demonstrate experience and involvement;
* Regularly attended bankruptcy law continuing education seminars to keep up to date on changes in bankruptcy law;
* Been evaluated by fellow lawyers and judges; and
* Passed a day-long written examination.
Initial certification is valid for five years. To remain certified, a lawyer must apply for recertification every five years and meet practice, peer review and continuing legal education requirements.
A board certified lawyer may indicate certification by stating that he is "Board Certified, Consumer Bankruptcy Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization." Lawyers that are not board certified must state: "Not Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization" on all advertisements.
The Texas Board of Legal Specialization has issued a brochure entitled "What is a Bankruptcy Law Board Certified Attorney?" This brochure provides an overview of the requirements for board certification.
We recommend that you choose a board certified lawyer regardless of whether you hire Billy D. Price, P.C. or another law firm. If you do not have any specific information about a particular attorney's reputation or experience, you are more likely to receive competent advice and representation if the attorney is board certified.
2. Specialization. Does the attorney devote all or most of his practice to bankruptcy cases? Many attorneys who file bankruptcy cases devote a substantial amount of time to other practice areas such as personal injury, criminal, family, probate, immigration, real estate, or corporate law. Even board certified bankruptcy lawyers are permitted to devote as much as 70 percent of their practice to non-bankruptcy areas.
Again, if you lack any specific information about a particular attorney's reputation or experience, you are more likely to obtain a good bankruptcy lawyer if that lawyer limits his practice to bankruptcy cases. I limit my practice to bankruptcy matters and do not handle personal injury, criminal, family, probate, immigration, real estate, or corporate cases. I have represented debtors in over 3,000 bankruptcy cases.
3. Credentials & Ethics Information. Has the attorney been disciplined for ethical violations? We encourage you to check the credentials and ethics record of every lawyer you consider. Obviously, it is preferable to hire an attorney that has not committed ethical violations. You can check the general credentials and ethics record of any Texas attorney at the Texas State Bar website. Go to the "Find a Lawyer" tab at the bottom of the home page and specify the attorney's name. This site will also provide other helpful information about the lawyer such as education, practice areas, year licensed, courts admitted and board certifications.
4. Personal Attention. Does the attorney personally handle the cases? You will never see or talk to an attorney at many bankruptcy law firms. A legal assistant will interview you and take all of your calls. At some other law firms, an attorney will conduct the first interview, but after that, you will never hear from the attorney, and a legal assistant will take your calls.
Insist on personal attention from your attorney! At Billy D. Price. P.C., we take pride in the personal attention given to our clients. I will personally discuss your financial situation and answer your questions. I will personally handle your case and will be available for consultation at any time.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I do not offer this service and do not recommend clients represent themselves in a bankruptcy.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I do not offer this service and do not recommend clients represent themselves in a bankruptcy.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I decided to become a lawyer because I was raised by a single mother, and grew up with three siblings in our home. As the oldest, I was required to work odd jobs to help my family with bills. My maternal grandparents offered support as often as possible; however, they lived on a meager farm and my grandfather owned a dying gas station: They did not have much to give. Before settling in the country, my grandparents had been migrant farm workers and barely finished elementary school.
I quickly understood the importance of an education, and I wanted to change my community for the better. Many believe that one cannot rise into the middle class and beyond if you are born into poverty, and I wanted to prove otherwise. No one in my family had ever been to college, and certainly no one had obtained an advanced degree. Although I could have selected another occupation, the law appeals to me because I enjoy solving complex problems and explaining the solutions to my clients, I like public speaking, and it is important to me to help people: I like to defend others and advocate for them.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Although I knew I wanted to be a lawyer, it was difficult to get there. My family could not afford to send me to college and I paid my tuition myself. In addition, I met and married my wife when I was 21 and we had both our children by the time I was 24. Consequently, I could not spend all my disposable income on my education. I began college at 18 and finished when I was 27. During this time I often worked 80 hour weeks to support my family. I also knew I would need nearly all A's on my college transcript to obtain admission to law school, in addition to working long hours I spent my spare time in school, and I did not see my family often. When I went to law school, my wife and children stayed in our hometown so my wife would not receive a reduction in her salary. Meanwhile, I went to school in another city and drove home on the weekends. During my second year, my family moved with me to law school. I finally graduated law school when I was 31: It had taken many years to reach my goal and lots of hard work. These experiences taught me the value of patience, and tenacity. Because of this I am a better lawyer today.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Before becoming a bankruptcy lawyer, I had practiced criminal law, family law, and personal injury, but very little bankruptcy. Although I felt a particular interest in family law, I eventually became dissatisfied. A friend encouraged me to practice bankruptcy law, and I believed bankruptcy was my niche.
I enjoy bankruptcy because it is more complex than other areas of the law which I have practiced: The bankruptcy code requires intense study, and therefore, it is not an area of the law in which many attorneys are fluent. I also enjoy practicing in federal court. I like bankruptcy law because I enjoy counseling my clients about their finances. Bankruptcy law is also a societal area of the law: If lawmakers study bankruptcy filers they could find where we need help. Most of my clients file because they were unemployed or underemployed for a period, many file because of medical bills; others file because of divorce or because they are not receiving child support. Bankruptcy is an area of the law to which everyone can relate because everyone knows someone with financial issues.
What do you like best about your career?
At this stage in my career, my work is very satisfying because I have been practicing for nearly 17 years. I have been practicing bankruptcy exclusively for 10 years and became board certified in 2006. Although there are many nuances in bankruptcy law, I feel I have encountered most consumer bankruptcy law issues and can easily tackle a unique question. My work today is much different than when I was a first-year attorney because I know so much more, and in that way my job is very satisfying.
Tell us about your law firm:
At Billy D. Price. P.C., we take pride in the personal attention given to our clients. I will personally discuss your financial situation and answer your questions. I will personally handle your case and will be available for consultation at any time.
What are your strengths and style?
One of my biggest strengths is my experience and patience. My style is to discuss a client's options fully and extensively and advise the client by giving an honest opinion and a list of pros and cons. However, whether to continue is ultimately the client's decision.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy politics, sports, movies, family, and pets; particularly dogs.
Office Manager/Assistant
Diana L. Price.
Fax
(214) 696-9635
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
This is handled on a case-by-case basis.
Hourly Rates
See above.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
This is also handled on a case-by-case basis.
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