Brandon Foreclosure Defense Lawyers

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James Clifton
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James Clifton
Foreclosure Defense Lawyer Serving Brandon, FL
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15 years of experience fighting back against the banks! Free Consultations!
Whether you are looking for a foreclosure solution that lets you stay in the house, like a loan modification or bankruptcy, or one that helps you get rid of it, like a short sale or deed-in-lieu, we have you covered. Read More »
Michael J. Barber
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Michael J. Barber
Kissimmee, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 45 years of experience
(407) 933-8212 808 N Main St
Kissimmee, FL 34744
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Business, Family and Real Estate
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
Shirlarian Williams
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Shirlarian Williams
Fort Myers, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(239) 789-1199 2709 Swamp Cabbage Court, Ste. 108
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Foreclosure Defense, Consumer, Divorce and Family
Stetson University College of Law
Ms. Williams obtained her Bachelors and Masters degree from the University of Florida. After working in corporate america for a few years, she attended law school at Stetson University College of Law. Upon her graduation from law school, Ms. Williams started her legal career in 2013 practicing family law at a small law firm in Fort Myers, Florida. In 2014, she accepted a position at a mid-size firm in Stuart, Florida. Her areas of practice included mortgage foreclosure defense, family law, personal injury and general civil litigation. In 2015, she began managing the firm's satellite office in Fort Myers, Florida....
Gregory Alan May
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Gregory Alan May
Fort Myers, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 17 years of experience
(239) 334-1800 2121 McGregor Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Foreclosure Defense, Business, Elder and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Mr. May is a native of central Florida with strong ties to the gulf coast. He attended undergraduate studies at the University of Florida where he earned his Bachelor's of Science in Business Adminstration, double majoring in finance and risk and insurance management. Thereafter he worked as a real estate appraiser for several years prior to returning to school to obtain his juris doctorate from the Florida State University College of Law. After graduation, Mr. May worked his way up to partnership status in a mid-sized law firm in Tallahassee, Florida, and in early 2012 he moved his...
Tye Wynne Van Buren
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Tye Wynne Van Buren
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 30 years of experience
(407) 234-4958 112 Annie St
Orlando, FL 32806
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Asbestos, Bankruptcy and Insurance Claims
University of Florida
Joshua J. Tejes
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Joshua J. Tejes
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 16 years of experience
(407) 734-5166 609 East Central Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32801
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Consumer and Estate Planning
Florida Coastal School of Law
Attorney Joshua Tejes is a member and managing attorney of Tejes Law, PLLC. Josh received his undergraduate degree from Pensacola Christian College and his law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and the Central Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association. Before becoming a member of Tejes Law, PLLC, Josh worked as an associate attorney in several bankruptcy and civil litigation law firms. Josh focuses his practice on consumer advocacy, bankruptcy law, debt defense, debt harassment, foreclosure defense, estate planning, and probate.
Jennifer Isaksen
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Jennifer Isaksen
Bushnell, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 22 years of experience
(352) 793-4001 PO Box 591
Bushnell, FL 33513
Foreclosure Defense, Collections, Probate and Real Estate
Seton Hall University School of Law
Jennifer started her law practice 17 years ago, with a primary practice areas in real estate, foreclosure & collections and wills & probate. Jennifer desires to educate and empower her clients.
Eric Enrique
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Eric Enrique
Rockledge, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(321) 638-2009 836 Executive Lane
Rockledge, FL 32955
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Real Estate
The Enrique Law Firm has been representing its clients’ legal needs since 2001. With over 20 years of legal experience, we are committed to providing excellent legal representation to our clients. The dedicated staff at the Enrique Law Firm has experience covering a broad range of issues often encountered by our local residents. For those with specialized needs, we have also developed a network of trusted attorneys experienced in other fields of law. It’s our privilege to refer clients to other specialists when appropriate for their needs.
Stacy A Eckert
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Stacy A Eckert
Orange City, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 30 years of experience
(386) 775-8228 2445 South Volusia Avenue, C1
Orange City, FL 32763
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of Florida
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 39 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 3000 bankruptcy cases, both personal and business. He has handled and defended against multiple...
Karen Lynn Persis
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Karen Lynn Persis
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 19 years of experience
(407) 228-2864 1415 East Robinson Street, Suite C
Orlando, FL 32801
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Family and Real Estate
University of Florida
Mr. Joseph E. Seagle
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Mr. Joseph E. Seagle
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 28 years of experience
(407) 770-0100 924 W Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32804
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
North Carolina Central University School of Law
Barbara C. Leon
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Barbara C. Leon
Foreclosure Defense Lawyer Serving Brandon, FL
Florida Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 22 years of experience
I have been a Florida licensed attorney for almost 18 years since graduation from Stetson College of Law in 2002 with honors. In addition to being an editor on Stetson’s Law Review, I gained practical experience... Read More »
Christie D. Arkovich
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Christie D. Arkovich
Foreclosure Defense Lawyer Serving Brandon, FL
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Florida Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
We are a law firm helping people to reduce student loans and other debts, including filing bankruptcy if necessary. Don't believe others who say nothing can be done about student loans - we are seeing fantastic results... Read More »
Juan Piles
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Juan Piles
Cape Coral, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(239) 443-5900 4905 Chiquita Blvd. South
Suite 103
Cape Coral, FL 33914
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Insurance Claims
University of Miami School of Law and University of Miami School of Law
The Law Offices of Juan J. Piles, Esquire assists clients throughout South Florida in Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, Short Sales, Real Estate Closings, Wage Garnishments and Wills.
Dean Andrew Reed
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Dean Andrew Reed
Longwood, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 28 years of experience
(407) 937-2230 2180 W. State Road 434
Suite 2150
Longwood, FL 32779
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Insurance Claims
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Military veteran and Florida native dedicated to providing quality and experienced legal services. Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Free consultation available in practice areas to include Personal Injury, Bankrupcy and Criminal Law
Benjamin Haynes
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Benjamin Haynes
Longwood, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 13 years of experience
(888) 252-8754 407 Wekiva Springs Road, Suite 217D
Longwood, FL 32779
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense and Real Estate
Jennifer Levy
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Jennifer Levy
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
(407) 744-9121 5401 S. Kirkman Rd Ste. 310
Orlando, FL 32819
Foreclosure Defense, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Suffolk University Law School
Melissa Karp
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Melissa Karp
Venice, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(941) 313-0668 871 Venetia Bay Blvd.
Suite 202
Venice, FL 34285
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Melissa Karp Elsbree has lived in Sarasota since 1972. After graduating high school, she attended The American University in Washington, D.C., obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice in 1983. Melissa subsequently earned her J.D. degree from Florida State University College of Law in December of 1990, immediately began her law practice in her hometown of Sarasota, and has practiced exclusively in Sarasota since that time. Formerly a partner of Karp & Karp, P.A., Melissa has longstanding experience in handling complex civil litigation matters, concentrated primarily in the areas of family law and divorce, foreclosure defense...
Philip S. Karle
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Philip S. Karle
DeBary, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 16 years of experience
(386) 668-8511 5 West Highbanks Road
DeBary, FL 32713
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
Susan Lorene Ray
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Susan Lorene Ray
Cape Coral, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer
(239) 210-2100 4206 Del Prado Blvd. S.
Brantley
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Collections and Family
Barry University
John C. Webb
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John C. Webb
Fort Myers, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 16 years of experience
P.O. Box 60832
Fort Myers, FL 33906
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
St. Thomas University School of Law and Northwestern University School of Law
Mandy Pavlakos
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Mandy Pavlakos
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 19 years of experience
1410 Lake Baldwin Lane
Suite A
Orlando, FL 32814
Foreclosure Defense and Business
Joseph Aloysius Heintz
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Joseph Aloysius Heintz
Port Charlotte, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(941) 206-2228 335 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33953
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Collections and Family
Beau Bowin
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Beau Bowin
West Melbourne, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer
(321) 821-7440 932 S Wickham Rd
West Melbourne, FL 32904
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense and Bankruptcy
Kim Levy
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Kim Levy
Fort Myers, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 46 years of experience
(239) 334-0128 2110 Cleveland Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Serving Lee Collier Charlotte Glades Hendry
And Desoto counties in Bankruptcy since
1978. Free Consultation walkin or call
239/334/0128
Chase J. Zortman
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Chase J. Zortman
Altamonte Springs, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 6 years of experience
(407) 863-1883 238 N. Westmonte Drive
Suite 270
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Foreclosure Defense, Business, Insurance Claims and Real Estate
Robert Branson
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Robert Branson
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 34 years of experience
(407) 894-8559 1501 E. Concord St.
Orlando, FL 32803
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense and Bankruptcy
In practice since 1989, our team has led the way in stay violation sanctions and the Mortgage Modification Program in the Middle District of Florida. We teach modification across the country-ND CA, NV, AZ, SC, IL, and NY. We are proud to represent consumers and small businesses in their efforts to stay in their homes and keeping their commercial endeavors viable. We strive to be the best representation out there for the community.
Marilyn J Hochman
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Marilyn J Hochman
Oviedo, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 39 years of experience
(407) 681-2688 3208 W. Hwy 426
Suite 2000
Oviedo, FL 32765
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Divorce
David M. Campione
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David M. Campione
Tavares, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(352) 343-4561 2750 Dora Ave
Tavares, FL 32778
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Christopher Joseph DeCosta
Punta Gorda, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 23 years of experience
252 West Marion Avenue
Suite 1129
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Sven Lawrence Smith
Punta Gorda, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 24 years of experience
252 West Marion Avenue
Suite 1129
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Foreclosure Defense, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Elias M. Mahshie
Punta Gorda, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney
252 West Marion Avenue
Suite 1129
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Foreclosure Defense, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Jason Brian Phillips
Orlando, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(407) 237-0192 P.O. Box 621176
Orlando, FL Orlando
Foreclosure Defense
Roy D. Oppenheim
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Roy D. Oppenheim
(561) 677-2765 515 N Flagler Drive
Suite P-300
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWest Palm Beach, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 37 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Business and Real Estate
Northwestern University School of Law
Roy Oppenheim has been a Real Estate Lawyer since 1987, with experience in all phases of real estate development and redevelopment, from land acquisition to multifamily, retail, office hotel, industrial, and mixed-use development, as well as single-family home development for sale and rent. He represents developers, investors, home buyers, and lenders in commercial transactions in Florida and throughout the United States, from acquisition and due diligence to financing and closing. Mr. Oppenheim also represents high and ultra-high net worth individuals and families, providing counsel on estate planning, asset protection, and preservation and growth. Clients appreciate his sharp legal acumen and...
James Edward Leano
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James Edward Leano
Coconut Grove, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 25 years of experience
(305) 422-1469 3162 Commodore Plaza Unit 3A & B
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Free ConsultationForeclosure Defense, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Stetson University College of Law
James (Jim) Leano is a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney who works diligently to represent those who have been injured as a result of another’s negligence, including automobile accidents, personal injury, premise liability, and general negligence and personal injury protection (PIP). Hardworking and highly motivated, Mr. Leano is committed to protecting your rights if you allow him and his firm to represent you on your case.

After nearly ten years working and managing in-house for these national insurance companies, Mr. Leano chose to take his talents to the “other side”, where he is now diligently representing those that have been injured...
Chip Parker
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Chip Parker
(904) 733-7766 8777 San Jose Blvd
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Jacksonville, FL 32217
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfJacksonville, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense and Bankruptcy
Stetson University College of Law
I have been a consumer lawyer since 1992, with an emphasis on consumer and small business bankruptcy and defending consumers against illegal debt collection activity.

I manage two consumer bankruptcy law firms ~ in Florida and Utah. Over the 26 years of running consumer law firms, I came to understand that these are not law firms at all. They are consumer satisfaction companies that provide legal representation to consumers and small businesses. Client satisfaction is our #1 goal. It is so important, as a matter of fact, that we publish a Statement of Client Rights right on the website, and we...
Geoffrey E. Sherman
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Geoffrey E. Sherman
(561) 677-2765 515 N Flagler Drive Suite P-300
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWest Palm Beach, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 15 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Business and Real Estate
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
Looking to gain legal experience during his final year of law school at Nova Southeastern University, Geoffrey Sherman started working for Oppenheim Law as a law clerk. He quickly became a valued employee of Oppenheim Law while assisting in discovery research for a multi-district national class action lawsuit against DuPont. Teflon Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 1733, 4:06-md-01733-REL-CFB, United States District Court, Southern District of Iowa, Central Division. Upon graduating law school, Geoff Sherman became an associate attorney for Oppenheim Law in 2008. As an associate of the firm, Mr. Sherman significantly contributed to the development of Oppenheim Law’s mortgage foreclosure...
Evan M. Rosen
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Evan M. Rosen
(754) 400-5150 2719 Hollywood Blvd
Suite B-224
Hollywood, FL 33020
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfHollywood, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Personal Injury, Probate and Real Estate
Nova Southeastern University
Evan is deeply connected to every practice area he handles, and for good reason. Foreclosure Defense - When the foreclosure crisis hit in 2008, Evan dove in. He has appeared for hundreds of trials and dozen of appeals, helping clients achieve their goals. When Florida foreclosure defense attorneys formed a group to help better serve their clients, they asked Evan to serve as their president. He accepted and continues to serve in that role. Real Estate Closings - Evan grew up with many lawyers, judges, and real estate investors in his family. At dinners and holidays, Evan would lean in to...
Frederick A. Neustein
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Frederick A. Neustein
Tampa, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
(888) 400-2889 2202 N. West Shore Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfForeclosure Defense, Business, Collections and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
Frederick A. Neustein, a Miami native of 56 years, has been a licensed attorney in the State of Florida for 31 years. Mr. Neustein, together with the staff at NLG, have been responsible for defending Thousands of foreclosure cases across the state of Florida and saving 1000's homes. For twelve years, Mr. Neustein worked “for the Banks” in the Mortgage Banking Industry for various Institutional Investment Banks. Mr. Neustein served as Vice President and counsel for American Residential Equities (ARE) headquartered in Miami-Dade County, which acquired approximately $1 Billion in residential and commercial mortgages. At ARE, Mr. Neustein was primarily responsible for...
Cody Malloy McCaughan
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Cody Malloy McCaughan
(305) 928-4190 10800 Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 700
Miami, FL 33161
Miami, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 7 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Landlord Tenant, Probate and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
Mr. McCaughan is the founder of Mac Law PLLC, a law firm dedicated to serving individuals and businesses in all aspects of real property law. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law, Mr. McCaughan practiced at a well-regarded litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, before deciding to start Mac Law PLLC. He is a title insurance and settlement agent of Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, and currently serves as “of Counsel” for a prominent South Florida real estate law firm. Mr. McCaughan is a native of Miami, Florida, and is active in...
Stuart A. Young
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Stuart A. Young
(888) 540-4343 1860 Forest Hill Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWest Palm Beach, FL Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 46 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Collections and Personal Injury
University of Florida Levin College of Law
As the only Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy attorney in West Palm Beach, practicing bankruptcy law since 1977, I possess a high degree of expertise in the field of consumer bankruptcy law. I have been Board Certified by the American Board of Certification in Consumer Bankruptcy since 1999.

Attainment of this certification requires peer review, successful performance on a lengthy examination and completion of 60 hours of continuing legal education every five years. It is not surprising that few lawyers are able to achieve this distinction.

I have also authored a text book for lawyers on bankruptcy...
Craig Ivan Kelley
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Craig Ivan Kelley
(561) 264-6850 1665 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd
Suite 1000
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWest Palm Beach, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
Craig I. Kelley is the Managing Partner of Kelley Kaplan & Eller, P.L. Mr. Kelley founded the firm in 2001. His vision when he founded the firm was to find creative solutions to difficult problems, as presented by his various clients. To this day, this philosophy remains as the foundation of the services provided by Kelley Kaplan & Eller, P.L.. Mr. Kelley has extensive experience handling a wide variety of complex matters, from restructuring and insolvency proceedings to complex state court litigation. His motto is that every problem has a solution. Specifically, Mr. Kelley focuses his practice in the representation of creditors and...
Ellen Pilelsky
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Ellen Pilelsky
(561) 677-2765 515 N Flagler Drive Suite P-300
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWest Palm Beach, FL Foreclosure Defense Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Foreclosure Defense, Business and Real Estate
Northwestern University School of Law
For the past three decades, Ellen Pilelsky has focused her practice areas on real estate transactions, commercial litigation, and business law. Ms. Pilelsky has represented both purchasers and sellers in their real estate contracts, developers, landlords and tenants concerning their commercial leases and contractual issues. These issues include buyer and seller defaults, change of mind/remorse, material misrepresentations, fraudulent inducement and concealment, nondisclosures, and escrow disputes representing buyers, sellers, developers, realtors, and title companies. As the Managing Partner of the firm, Ms. Pilelsky is proud of the firm’s 10.0 rating, the highest rating from AVVO, a distinguished national rating...
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