Behrooz P. Vida, Bankruptcy Attorney in Bedford, Texas
Over 36 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
AttorneyatThe Vida Law Firm PLLC
Bedford, TX
Practicing bankruptcy in Bedford since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Behrooz P. Vida is an attorney based in Bedford, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Behrooz has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Vida Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Bedford, TX
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy
- Handles Bankruptcy matters from Bedford, TX.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Behrooz P. Vida: Behrooz P. Vida is an attorney based in Bedford, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Behrooz has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Vida Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Behrooz P. Vida
Behrooz concentrates on bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Behrooz handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in Bedford, Texas
Behrooz takes bankruptcy matters in Bedford, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Behrooz agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Behrooz P. Vida — Over 36 years of Texas bankruptcy experience
Behrooz P. Vida is an attorney based in Bedford, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Behrooz has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Vida Law Firm PLLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Behrooz P. Vida possesses 26 years of legal experience and is currently the firm's primary litigation attorney. Since graduating from law school, Behrooz has focused exclusively on handling bankruptcy matters, and is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a Specialist in both consumer bankruptcy law and business bankruptcy law.
Behrooz's commitment to legal excellence has earned him several honors, including being selected as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine every year since 2003, and being named Best Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneyby Fort Worth Magazine. Behrooz is often invited to speak and present at seminars and bar association conferences, and his reputation in the local legal community has earned him Martindale-Hubbell's prestigious "AV" rating, indicating the highest levels of professionalism and ethical standards.
Outside of his practice, Behrooz has taught as an adjunct professor at Texas A&M University School of Law since 1998.
Professional Activities
Tarrant County Debtors' Bar, President 1998-1999
Tarrant County Bankruptcy Bar, President 1999-2000
Master, John C. Ford Inn of Court
Published Cases
In re Cortez, 457 F.3d 448 (5th Cir. 2006)
In re Stembridge, 394 F.3d 383 (5th Cir. 2004)
In re Orsini, 2008 U.S. App. LEXIS 17264, 2008 WL 3342017 (5th Cir. August 11, 2008)
In re Sonntag, 115 Fed. Appx. 680 2004 U.S. App. LEXIS 22645 (5th Cir. November 1, 2004)
In re Spalding, 2008 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 81682, 2008 WL 4566459 (N.D. Tex. October 14, 2008)
In re Zinser, 2007 WL 3479604 (Bankr. N.D.Tex. November 15, 2007), aff'd, Zinser v. Truman (N.D. Tex. October 20, 2008)
Int'l Beauty Prods., LLC v. Beveridge (In re Beveridge), 2009 Bankr. LEXIS 2225 (Bankr. N. D. Tex. August 18, 2009)
In re Meadows, 410 B.R. 242 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2009)
Green State Public Adjusters, Inc. v. Wood ( In re Wood), 2009 Bankr. LEXIS 1728 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. June 29, 2009)
In re Davis, 2008 Bankr. LEXIS 2545 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. October 16, 2008)
In re Steel, 2008 Bankr. LEXIS 1851, 2008 WL 2486060, (Bankr. N.D. Tex. June 12, 2008)
In re Graham, 2008 Bankr. LEXIS 1071 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. April 15, 2008)
In re Sauntry, 390 B.R. 848 (Bankr. E.D. Tex. 2008), aff'd, (E.D. Tex. 2008)
In re Braune, 385 B.R. 167 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2008)
In re Brooks, 371 B.R. 761 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2007)
In re Flores, 363 B.R. 799 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2007)
In re Hardacre, 338 B.R. 718 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2006)
In re Reinicke, 338 B.R. 292 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2006)
In re Nahat, 315 B.R. 368 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2004)
In re Simmons, 288 B.R. 737 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2003)
In re Shortt, 277 B.R. 683 ( Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2002)
In re Nahat, 278 B.R. 108 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2002)
In re Eschenbach, 267 B.R. 921 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2001)
In re White, 265 B.R. 547 (Bankr. N.D. Tex. 2001)
In re Odom, 1997 Bankr. LEXIS 66, 1997 WL 154017 (Bankr. N.D. Tex., January 16, 1997).
Speaking and Writing
Speaker/Author, The Ethics of Choosing Which Chapter, State Bar 25th Annual Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy Course, 2009.
Speaker, Practicing in Bankruptcy Court, Fort Worth - Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association Annual Member CLE, 2009.
Speaker, Bankruptcy Practice, DFW Association of Young Lawyers, 2009.
Speaker, Bankruptcy Update, Tarrant County Brown Bag Seminar Series, November 7, 2008.
Speaker, Loss Mitigation, Five Star Seminars, September 19, 2008.
Speaker/Author, The Burden of Proof and Proof of Claim, The University of Texas 4th Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Course, 2008.
Speaker, Recent Caselaw, Tarrant County Bankruptcy Bar, 2008.
Speaker, New Developments Regarding Cars in Bankruptcy, State Bar 23rd Annual Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy Course, 2007.
Speaker/Author, Bankruptcy Appeal, The University of Texas 3rd Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Practice, 2007.
Speaker, Handling Consumer Chapter 13 Cases Under BAPCPA, Northern District of Texas Bench/Bar Seminar 2006.
Speaker/Author, Cars-Let Them Eat Steel, The University of Texas 2d Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Practice, 2006.
Speaker/Author, Chapter 13 Practice Under the New Code, Understanding the Bankruptcy Reform Act of 2005 in Texas, Lorman Education Service, 2006.
Speaker, BAPCPA 2005, Tarrant County Bankruptcy Bar, 2005.
Speaker, Exemptions: What May You Keep While Serving Your Time in Debtors' Prison?, The University of Texas Consumer Bankruptcy Practice, 2005.
Author/Speaker, How to Organize and Manage Your Consumer Bankruptcy Practice, The Law Office Management Program, State Bar of Texas, 2004.
Speaker, Selected Consumer Issues, 22nd Annual University of Texas Bankruptcy Conference, 2003.
Author/Speaker, IRS Issues, Treatment of Student Loans, Budget Issues, and Post-petition Sale of Homes in Chapter 13 Cases, 13th Annual Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy Conference, 2003.
Speaker, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Tarrant County Bankruptcy Bar, 2002.
Speaker, Bankruptcy Fun and Games: A Humorous Look at Serious Issues, Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (presented by Chapter 13 Trustees for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas), 2002.
Author/Speaker, Means Testing/Filing Issues, Texas State Bar 17th Annual Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy Course, 2001.
Author/Speaker, Discharging Taxes in Bankruptcy, Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (presented by DFW Chapter 13 Trustees), 2001.
Author/Speaker, Discharging Taxes in Bankruptcy, Advanced Consumer Bankruptcy Issues in Texas, 2001.
Speaker, Impact of Military Activation on Bankruptcy and Other Related Federal Laws, Enduring L.A.M.P.(Legal Assistance to Military Personnel), Tarrant County Bar Association, 2001.
Speaker, Fundamentals of Bankruptcy, Fort Worth Paralegal Association, 2001.
Speaker, Mock Trial of Objection to Confirmation, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, 2000.
Behrooz's approach to bankruptcy cases
Behrooz P. Vida possesses 26 years of legal experience and is currently the firm's primary litigation attorney. Since graduating from law school, Behrooz has focused exclusively on handling bankruptcy matters, and is certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a Specialist in both consumer bankruptcy law and business bankruptcy law. Behrooz's commitment to legal excellence has earned…
The kind of cases Behrooz takes
Behrooz reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy matters in Bedford and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Behrooz P. Vida's legal education and bar admissions
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. · 1990
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Behrooz's state bar admissions
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Behrooz studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Behrooz completed J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Behrooz runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Behrooz P. Vida
Behrooz has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Behrooz's professional memberships and bar associations
Tarrant County Bankruptcy Bar Association (President, 1999-2000) Tarrant County Debtor's Bar Association (President, 1998-1999) Master John C
membership
Ford Inn of Court
membership
Locations
Behrooz P. Vida's office in Bedford
Behrooz's primary office is at 3000 Central Drive, Bedford, TX, 76021-3671. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Behrooz P. Vida — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Behrooz. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in Bedford.
5.0
3 client reviews
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How to hire Behrooz P. Vida — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Behrooz usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Behrooz charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Behrooz's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Behrooz will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Bedford, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Behrooz
Behrooz discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Behrooz confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Behrooz's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Behrooz P. Vida
How much does it cost to hire Behrooz for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Behrooz walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Behrooz offer a free consultation?
Behrooz charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Behrooz's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Behrooz's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Texas typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Behrooz gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Behrooz take my case if I'm outside Bedford?
Behrooz is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Behrooz will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Behrooz?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Behrooz will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Behrooz accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Behrooz's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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