Silver Springs, Florida Bankruptcy Lawyers

Kenneth Martin Hesser
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Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 18 years experience
(352) 789-6520 328 NE 1st Ave.
Suite 100
 Ocala, FL 34470
Bankruptcy, Employment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Wake Forest University School of Law
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Mr. Hesser was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1975. He attended Penn State University where he received degrees in both Political Science and Media Studies in 1997. Mr. Hesser then attended Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he obtained a Juris Doctorate in 2000. Mr. Hesser spent his final year of law school in Gainesville studying at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. Mr. Hesser practices in the fields of bankruptcy, employment, and workers’ compensation law. Prior to forming Schatt & Hesser, PA with his longtime colleague in Ocala, Ted Schatt, Ken...
Alida Catherine Darias
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Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 20 years experience
(352) 690-7400 1396 NE 20th Avenue #400
The Exchange
 Ocala, FL 34470
Bankruptcy, Animal, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Florida
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Alida Catherine Darias is an attorney with the Central Florida law firm of Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A. Ms. Darias works out of the firm's offices in Ocala and The Villages. She practices Personal Injury law, including Wrongful Death, Auto Accidents, Products Liability, Premises Liability ("Slip & Falls"), and Medical Malpractice. Ms. Darias graduated from Florida International University with her B.S. (1985) and received her J.D. degree from the University of Florida (1997). She is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and is a former police officer with the Metro Dade...
(352) 391-6031 8564 E. County Road 466, Suite 102
Santa Fe Professional Center
 The Villages, FL 32162
Robert G. Whittel Esq.
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Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer
(866) 608-5529 118 SW Fort King St
 Ocala, FL 34471-1145
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
University of Cambridge and University of Florida Levin College of Law
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Bryce Adam Schmidt
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Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 16 years experience
(352) 622-6384 320 NW 3rd Ave
 Ocala, FL 34475
Bankruptcy, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
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Weldon Mark Burnette Esq
Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 25 years experience
(352) 512-9807 1315 SE 25th Loop, Suite 101
 Ocala, FL 34471
Bankruptcy
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Peter Blinn
Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 37 years experience
(352) 351-3000 1800 SE 17th St
 Ocala, FL 34471
Bankruptcy
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Timothy Demaugh Haines
Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 33 years experience
(352) 732-8121 125 N.E. First Avenue
Suite 1
 Ocala, FL 34470
Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
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John Edwin Moxley
Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 48 years experience
(352) 732-8085 2320 NE 2nd St
 Ocala, FL 34470
Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
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Mitchell Fischer
Ocala, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
(352) 450-1367 504 S.E. 8th Street
 Ocala, FL 34471
Bankruptcy and Real Estate
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K. Hunter Goff
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Minneola, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 18 years experience
(352) 432-7003 600 N Hwy 27, Suite 6
 Minneola, FL 34715
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Consumer
The Florida State University College of Law
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I received my J.D. from the Florida State University College of Law in 1999 and my undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and Political Science from Mercer University in 1996. I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2000. After working for a large consumer bankruptcy law firm in Tampa for 4 years, I opened my own practice in Orlando in 2004. I take pride in my decision, from the beginning, to limit my practice to helping people with their financial goals, whether through filing bankruptcy and receiving protection from creditors under Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of the...
(407) 898-8225 618 E South St, Suite 500
 Orlando, FL 32801
Alex McClure
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Lake Mary, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 10 years experience
(407) 984-5270 255 Primera Boulevard
Suite 160
 Lake Mary, FL 32746
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Collections, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
Stetson University College of Law
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I exclusively practice consumer credit/collections and consumer protection law which includes bankruptcy, wage and bank garnishment, consumer protection law and debt defense litigation. I keep the focus of my firm narrow to ensure the highest level of representation and advocacy for my clients by not trying to be a jack of all trades. I spent nearly 10 years litigating for some of the largest creditors and debt buyers in the country and I now bring all of that experience to your side of the table to provide you with a unique perspective on your problems.
George Trovato
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Orange City, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 15 years experience
(386) 626-9006 200 E. Graves Ave
 Orange City, FL 32763
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal, Family and Personal Injury
Regent University School of Law and Barry University
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MEMBER OF THE FLORIDA & NORTH CAROLINA BAR With almost 20 years of experience, George Trovato has acquired the knowledge and the skills to provide effective and aggressive representation. GRADUATE OF BARRY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW He also earned The Masters of Law from Regent University School of Law. Honored by the cities of Deltona, Orange City and Port Orange. HONORED BY FLORIDA SUPREME COURT 10 YEARS IN A ROW FOR PRO-BONO WORK FOR HIS COMMUNITY Champion for hands-on classroom training & apprenticeships. SUPPORTS THE COUNCIL ON AGING George is a leader in his community and always...
Robert J. Corcoran
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Crystal River, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 24 years experience
(352) 564-1600 538 N. Citrus Ave.
 Crystal River, FL 34428
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Florida
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We are a debt relief law firm focused on permanently wiping out debts under the bankruptcy code discharge provisions. We have over 20 years legal experience and have successfully wiped out over 100 million dollars in cumulative consumer debt for our clients. We offer a free consultation with no obligation and full confidentiality. We are able to answer many questions by phone. Please call (352) 564-1600. We are local to Citrus County, Florida. Member of NACBA - the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
David M. Carrera
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Lake Mary, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 7 years experience
(407) 668-6555 1540 International Parkway
Suite 2000
 Lake Mary, FL 32746
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Divorce, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
University of Miami School of Law
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David M. Carrera focuses his practice on foreclosure defense, landlord/tenant law (landlord only), bankruptcy, divorce, and estate planning. David graduated from the University of Florida where he studied business management and philosophy. During his time at UF, David mentored students through his leadership in Phi Alpha Delta. He also represented UF in statewide trial competitions. His passion for the law led him to the University of Miami School of Law. While studying law, David volunteered in pro bono efforts to help local children and families in need. These efforts spurred his desire to provide easy access to legal services without...
(407) 668-6555 121 S. Orange Avenue
Suite 1500
 Orlando, FL 32801
Eric Steven Ruff
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 38 years experience
(352) 364-8688 4010 West Newberry Road
Suite G
 Gainesville, FL 32607
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Consumer
University of Florida
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Rated "AV" Peer Review 5.0 out of 5.0 and Client Review 5.0 out of 5.0 by Martindale-Hubble . Rated Superb Attorney 10.0 out of 10.0 by Avvo.com and 5.0 out of 5.0 by Google Places reviews. Eric S. Ruff has filed over 2,900 bankruptcy cases and has over 30 years experience. He attended law school at the University of Florida where he was also a member of the Law Review. Mr. Ruff graduated from law school with honors in 1979 and soon afterwards was an attorney with the firm of Trinkle & Redman in Plant City,...
(904) 720-0070 1756 University Boulevard South
 Jacksonville, FL 32207
Andrea Anderson
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Orange City, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 19 years experience
(386) 860-5200 2730 Enterprise Road, Suite C
 Orange City, FL 32763
Bankruptcy, Criminal, Family and Personal Injury
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Andrea Anderson is an Of Counsel attorney for the Central Florida law firm of Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A. Ms. Anderson is a graduate of Touro College, having receied her J.D. in 1998. Since then, she has become licensed to practice law in Connecticut, New York, and Florida. Ms. Anderson practice a wide variety of areas, including Family Law, Probate, and Personal Injury. Her focus is in Bankruptcy and Criminal Law.
(407) 578-9696 1000 Legion Place
Gateway Center, Suite 1000
 Orlando, FL 32706
(386) 763-2092 687 Beville Road, Suite A
 Daytona, FL 32119
(407) 870-1919 1524 N. John Young Parkway
 Kissimmee, FL 34741
(352) 243-8981 1390 Hancock Road
 Clermont, FL 34711
Christopher John Shipley
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Mt Dora, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 16 years experience
(352) 383-3397 20110-A U.S.
Highway 441
 Mt Dora, FL 32757
Bankruptcy, Family, Foreclosure Defense and Probate
Florida State University College of Law, Florida State University College of Business, Florida State University College of Business and Florida State University College of Business
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Professional: Admitted to The Florida Bar on September 17, 2002 (Bar Number 0568831); licensed as a Florida Certified Public Accountant (License Number AC34985) on June 11, 2002; admitted to the Federal Bar, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, on November 13, 2002; United States Tax Court. on July 29, 2008. Personal: Born Lakeland, Florida, on February 8, 1967. Married to Melody A. Shipley nee Cottingham of New Port Richey, Florida on January 29, 1994. Three sons and two daughters. Education: B.S. in Management, The Florida State University, 1994 B.S. in Accounting, The...
Debra G Simms
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Fruitlando, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 30 years experience
(877) 447-4667 3420 US Highway 441
 Fruitlando, FL 34731
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
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I am a Board Certified Elder Law attorney practicing primarily in the areas of Estate Planning, Medicaid Asset Protection, Probate, Guardianship, Family Law, and Bankruptcy. These are all areas which affect senior citizens. I have 3 locations to best serve my clients: The Villages, Orlando, and Volusia County, FL
(877) 447-4667 823 Dunlawton Ave.
 Port Orange, FL 32129
Lisa Cohen
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 32 years experience
(352) 376-3601 4010 W Newberry Rd
 Gainesville, FL 32607
Bankruptcy
University of Florida
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Lisa C. Cohen graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1985. She became an associate with attorney Lansing Roy where she specialized in Florida bankruptcy law. Lisa joined the firm of Ruff & Cohen, P.A. in 1992. She has handled, on behalf of debtors, in excess of 100 Chapter 11 reorganizations and has done extensive appellate work. Martindale-Hubbell has also given Lisa Cohen an attorney rating of BV "Distinguished." The lawyer rating company of Avvo.com has likewise given Mrs. Cohen its highest rating of "Superb" attorney. She has filed over 2,900 bankruptcy cases.
Lawrence Joseph Marraffino
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 33 years experience
(352) 376-0102 3312 W University Ave
 Gainesville, FL 32607
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Family and Personal Injury
University of Florida
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Timothy Dave
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Sanford, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 12 years experience
(321) 281-5814 4019 West 1st Street
 Sanford, FL 32771
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Business
Florida A&M University College of Law
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U.S. Navy veteran and Army National Guard Officer who practices in the areas of Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Civil and Commercial Litigation.
Michael E. Golub
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Tavares, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 27 years experience
(352) 742-7777 819 West Main St.
 Tavares, FL 32778
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Nova Southeastern University
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Attorney Profile Based in Tavares, attorney Michael E. Golub provides legal counsel to central Florida clients in the areas of family law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense. Mr. Golub is an effective negotiator and litigator, capably handling matters through mediation or trial depending on his clients' best interests. Before establishing his private practice 16 years ago, Mr. Golub gained courtroom experience as an Assistant Public Defender for the 18th Judicial Circuit of Florida, representing criminal clients in misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile matters. Over the past decade, he has become a skilled family law mediator, having conducted more than 700 family law mediations both...
Barbara Cusumano
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 25 years experience
(352) 379-2828 2727 NW 43rd Street, Suite 2A
 Gainesville, FL 32616
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Miami School of Law
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My name is Barbara Cusumano and I am a compassionate, experienced bankruptcy attorney. I have helped over a thousand people in financial trouble for the past twenty-three years. I truly love helping people obtain a financial fresh start. I grew up in Gainesville, Florida, graduated from the University of Florida (Bachelor of Science) and from the University of Miami (Law Degree). I am a working mom and the mother of a beautiful daughter. We have all had financial ups and downs. I understand the stress associated with loss of work, divorce and unexpected illness. I...
William M Reed
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Clermont, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 27 years experience
(352) 394-1178 300 E. Highway 50
 Clermont, FL 34711
Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
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Welcome! The Reed Law Firm does just that. With offices in Clermont, Florida, Orlando, Florida, and our new ADR office in Washington D.C. (slated for opening in early 2015), our professional network provides expert assistance to people who are experiencing many different kinds of legal concerns and complications in their lives. We are ready to help you. We can assist you with matters involving Veteran's issues, family law, divorce, child support and custody disputes, post-divorce issues, personal and corporate bankruptcy, workouts and reorganizations, criminal defense of adults and juveniles, DUI and driving offenses, real estate land...
(407) 279-3633 37 N. Orange Avenue, 5th Floor
 Orlando, FL 32801
Joel Lee Gross
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Clermont, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 17 years experience
(352) 536-6288 655 W Hwy 50
 Clermont, FL 34711
Bankruptcy and Criminal
Florida State University College of Law
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Stacy A Eckert
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Orange City, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 24 years experience
(386) 775-8228 2445 South Volusia Avenue
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 Orange City, FL 32763
Bankruptcy, Consumer, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
University of Florida
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Welcome to the Law Offices of Stacy A. Eckert. Mr. Eckert provides his clients with personalized service and attention in cases involving bankruptcy, estate planning and probate, foreclosure defense, corporate and business law along with real estate disputes. As a 31-year resident of Volusia County, he has dedicated his career to providing his clients with caring and competent service while keeping them informed and up to date on the processes involved with their cases. Over the years, Mr. Eckert has filed over 2500 bankruptcy cases, both personal and business. He has handled and defended against multiple hundreds...
(386) 258-0063 435 South Ridgewood Avenue
 Daytona Beach, FL 32114
James Feuerstein
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Tavares, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 30 years experience
(352) 253-9700 303 N. St. Clair Abrams Ave.
 Tavares, FL 32778
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Criminal and Divorce
Stetson University
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James Feuerstein is a former prosecutor with decades of experience. We provide counsel for clients accused of all types of crimes. When you need top Tavares, FL Criminal Attorneys, rely on him.
(904) 610-6545 2744 US 1 South
Suite B
 St. Augustine, FL 32086
(850) 570-0055 2270 Highway 87
Executive Suite A
 Navarre, FL 32566
(863) 512-5269 1643 Williamsburg Square
Suite 110
 Lakeland, FL 33803
(727) 480-9675 111 Second Avenue N.E.
Suite 912
 St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 480-9675 13575 58th Street North
Suite 243
 Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 480-9675 6328 US Highway 19
Suite F
 New Port Richey, FL 34652
(407) 443-3729 37 N Orange Avenue
Suite 517
 Orlando, FL 32801
(850) 570-0055 217 Miracle Strip PKWY SE
Unit 116
 Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(305) 395-2077 2011 Flagler Avenue
 Key West, FL 33040
(305) 203-0333 7950 NW 53rd St.
Suite 337
 Miami, FL 33166
(772) 285-3782 850 NW Federal Highway
Suite 436
 Stuart, FL 34994
(850) 570-0055 113 South Monroe Street
1st Floor
 Tallahassee, FL 32301
(239) 277-5297 2200 Martin Lurther King Blvd
Suite A
 Fort Myers, FL 33901
(772) 285-3782 1717 20th Street
Suite 106
 Vero Beach, FL 32960
(813) 362-5623 15310 Amberly Drive
Suite 250, Office 32
 Tampa, FL 33647
(904) 610-6545 630 West Adams Street
Suite 205
 Jacksonville, FL 32204
(239) 793-5297 2650 Airport Pulling Road S
Suite H
 Naples, FL 34112
(239) 793-5297 3375 Tamiami Trail East
Suite 300
 Naples, FL 34112
(941) 840-5270 18245 Paulson Drive
Suite 130
 Port Charlotte, FL 33954
(954) 302-5391 523 South Andrews Ave
Suite 1
 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(321) 222-8928 3270 Suntree Blvd
Suite 2229
 Melbourne, FL 32940
(850) 570-0055 949 Jenks Avenue
Suite 6
 Panama City, FL 32401
(352) 397-9915 19 Southwest 2nd Street
Suite 201
 Gainesville, FL 32601
Mark Andrew James
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Lake Mary, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 12 years experience
(407) 679-3111 600 Rinehart Road
Suite #3024
 Lake Mary, FL 32746
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Estate Planning and Probate
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law and University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
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Sharon T. Sperling
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 29 years experience
(352) 371-3117 2830 NW 41st. Street
Suite C
 Gainesville, FL 32635
Bankruptcy
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Joseph Hadley Brown
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 10 years experience
(352) 505-2339 5000 NW 27th Court
Ste C
 Gainesville, FL 32606
Bankruptcy and Consumer
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Thomas Gerard Pye
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Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 36 years experience
(352) 381-9799 3909 W Newberry Rd
 Gainesville, FL 32607
Bankruptcy
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Jonathan D. Eichelberger
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Clermont, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
(407) 926-2455 P.O. Box 137952
 Clermont, FL 34713
Bankruptcy
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David M. Campione
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Tavares, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 29 years experience
(352) 343-4561 2750 Dora Ave
 Tavares, FL 32778
Bankruptcy, Business, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
University of Florida Levin College of Law
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Matthew C. Frey
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Tavares, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 5 years experience
(352) 343-4561 2750 Dora Ave
 Tavares, FL 32778
Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Florida Levin College of Law and The George Washington University Law School
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John R. Alfino
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Howey in the Hills, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 15 years experience
(352) 324-3010 101 N Lakeshore Blvd
 Howey in the Hills, FL 34737
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Consumer and Criminal
Florida State University College of Law
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Jack Arthur Moring
Crystal River, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 33 years experience
(352) 795-1797 7655 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
 Crystal River, FL 34429
Bankruptcy, Appeals, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
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Jonathan Benson Alper
Lake Mary, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 42 years experience
(407) 444-0404 274 Kipling Ct
 Lake Mary, FL 32746
Bankruptcy and Estate Planning
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Richard William Hennings
Tavares, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 43 years experience
(352) 343-3335 205 N Joanna Ave
 Tavares, FL 32778
Bankruptcy and Real Estate
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Paul Rothstein
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 38 years experience
(352) 376-7650 626 NE 1st St
 Gainesville, FL 32601
Bankruptcy, Criminal and DUI
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Michael Bruckman
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 22 years experience
(352) 372-5222 1624 NW 6th St
 Gainesville, FL 32609
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy law allows debtors, who are unable or partially unable to pay outstanding debts, to rid themselves of these debts and obtain a fresh start. Both federal and state laws can affect a debtor seeking to file for bankruptcy, and an attorney can help you understand how state and federal bankruptcy laws apply to you.

If you are struggling with high debt, receiving calls from creditors or collection agencies, or facing foreclosure, garnishment of wages, or repossession of property, filing for bankruptcy may provide you with solutions.

Bankruptcy lawyers offer legal advice and services during a financial crisis. In total, there are six different types of bankruptcy. For persons seeking debt relief, one option is Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which provides for liquidation of the debtor's non-exempt assets. Another popular option for individuals is Chapter 13, which allows for management and reduction of debt through payment plans. Corporations and partnerships filing for bankruptcy often choose to file under Chapter 11, which provides for supervised reorganization of the business.

Experienced bankruptcy counsel can help you evaluate whether you should pursue a bankruptcy as well as the Chapter under which to file. Bankruptcy lawyers can also help end harassing phone calls from debt collectors and evaluate available legal options when facing a home foreclosure.

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