
Bobby Shane Palmer, Bankruptcy Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 12 years of legal practice
Managing PartneratDebtStoppers
Dallas, TX
Practicing bankruptcy in Dallas since 2014.
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Bobby Shane Palmer is a managing partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Bobby has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DebtStoppers.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy
- Handles Bankruptcy matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Bobby Shane Palmer: Bobby Shane Palmer is a managing partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Bobby has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DebtStoppers.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Bobby takes on
Bobby concentrates on bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bobby handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in Dallas, Texas
Bobby takes bankruptcy matters in Dallas, 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 Bobby agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Bobby Shane Palmer — bankruptcy lawyer in Dallas
Bobby Shane Palmer is a managing partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy. Bobby has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DebtStoppers.
Bobby Shane Palmer joined the Semrad Law Firm in June 2015 as an associate in Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Palmer is now a Partner with the firm, serving the state of Texas. Mr. Palmer specializes in effectively representing debtor clients in preparing, filing, and litigating consumer bankruptcy cases throughout Texas. He has assisted numerous debtor clients in successfully resolving adverse proceedings premised on fraud, preferential transfers, and breach of contract claims. More importantly, throughout his tenure as a bankruptcy attorney, Mr. Palmer has helped thousands of clients to obtain the Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 discharges that they deserve.
Prior to joining the Semrad Law Firm, Mr. Palmer represented financial institutions in recovering on defaulted obligations, including vehicle loans, mortgages, credit cards, and other consumer and commercial instruments and loan products. Additionally, Mr. Palmer served as Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Sara Doyle, presiding judge at the Georgia Court of Appeals.
Mr. Palmer received his Juris Doctorate from Florida State University College of Law in December 2013. While in law school, he worked as an extern with the Southern District of Georgia's District Attorney Office. He was also awarded Florida State University College of Law’s Outstanding Pro-Bono Award. He received his undergraduate degree from Valdosta State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy focusing on Professional & Applied Ethics.
Bobby's approach to bankruptcy cases
Bobby Shane Palmer joined the Semrad Law Firm in June 2015 as an associate in Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Palmer is now a Partner with the firm, serving the state of Texas. Mr. Palmer specializes in effectively representing debtor clients in preparing, filing, and litigating consumer bankruptcy cases throughout Texas. He has assisted numerous debtor clients in successfully resolving adverse proceedings…
The kind of cases Bobby takes
Bobby reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Florida State University College of Law
J.D. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Bobby's state bar admissions
Texas
2020 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2016 · ACTIVE
Georgia
2014 · ACTIVE
Bobby studied at J.D. in Florida State University College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Bobby completed J.D. in Florida State University College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bobby runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Bobby's professional memberships and bar associations
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys American Bar Association State Bar of Texas Bankruptcy Section Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Group Dallas LGBT Bar Association Dallas County Bar Association
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Locations
Bobby Shane Palmer's office in Dallas
Bobby's primary office is at 10000 North Central Expressway, Suite 400, Dallas, TX, 75231. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bobby Shane Palmer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bobby usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bobby charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bobby'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; Bobby will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Dallas, 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 Bobby
Bobby 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. Bobby confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bobby'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 Bobby Shane Palmer
How much does it cost to hire Bobby for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bobby walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bobby offer a free consultation?
Bobby charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bobby's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Bobby'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. Bobby gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bobby take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Bobby 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 — Bobby 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 Bobby?
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. Bobby will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bobby accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Bobby's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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