David B. Wheeler

David B. Wheeler is widely recognized for his extensive experience in commercial bankruptcy and financial restructuring, where he represents a broad range of creditors, including individuals, banks, landlords, and utilities. He provides strategic counsel in bankruptcy proceedings, foreclosures, and preference claim defense, with frequent appearances in high-profile jurisdictions, including the Southern District of New York and Delaware.

David earned both his Bachelor of Science in 1979 and his Juris Doctor in 1983 from the University of South Carolina. Admitted to practice in South Carolina in 1983, David is also admitted before the U.S. District Court for the District of Eastern Michigan, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina, and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, allowing him to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions.

In addition to courtroom representation, David is highly regarded for his ability to achieve favorable outcomes through out-of-court workouts and negotiated resolutions. His knowledge of creditor and real estate law enables him to craft efficient solutions that protect his clients’ interests while avoiding unnecessary litigation. He has represented creditors in diverse matters, including involuntary Chapter 11 petitions, franchisor-franchisee disputes, and landlord-tenant bankruptcy cases.

A frequent lecturer and published author on bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, David is committed to sharing his expertise with both clients and peers. His professional excellence has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America in Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law since 2009.

Throughout his career, David B. Wheeler has established a reputation for his practical approach, legal acumen, and commitment to guiding creditors through the complexities of financial disputes, both in and out of court.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Moore & Van Allen
• Member, South Carolina Bar Association
• Member, South Carolina Bankruptcy Law Association
• Former Board of Directors, American Bankruptcy Institute (2008-2014)
• Former Board Member, South Carolina Supreme Court Bankruptcy and Debtor/Creditor Law Specialization Board

Licensed State

• South Carolina

Education

• University of South Carolina
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of South Carolina
  Bachelor of Science

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