Stuart A. Young
Young & Brooks, P.A.
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 which is part of the Lawyer's Desk Library of Practice Series.
Many of the cases that I have handled have been reported in law books nationally and are precedent-setting.
Having twice won the Pro-Bono Award from the Palm Beach County Legal Aid Society, I have demonstrated my compassion for public service.
I would be pleased if I could offer you a free consultation at a time convenient for you.
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Foreclosure Defense
- Consumer Law
- Class Action, Lemon Law
- Collections
- Free Consultation
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Credit Cards Accepted
We can accept credit cards for foreclosure defense but we are prohibited from accepting credit cards for bankruptcy. We can accept a credit card from friends or family for your bankruptcy matter. -
Contingent Fees
For injury cases only.
- Florida
- The Florida Bar
- ID Number: 232920
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Partner
- Young & Brooks, P.A.
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- Partner
- Karden and Young PA
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- I was a partner in a law firm which handled bankruptcy cases, injury cases and divorce cases.
- Associate attorney
- Adams Coogler Watson and Smith PA
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- I was an associate attorney in a law firm which handled insurance defense cases.
- Associate attorney
- Law Office of Bennet S. Cohn
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- Assistant Public Defender
- Palm Beach County Public Defender's Office
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- I handled criminal cases for indigent criminal defendants including criminal appeals.
- University of Florida Levin College of Law
- J.D. (1976) | Law
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- Syracuse University
- B.A. (1974) | Psychology
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- AV Rating- Preeminent
- Martindale-Hubbell Lawyers Service
- Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence Since 2017
- Bankruptcy Law Award
- Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
- Bankruptcy Law Award
- Palm Beach County Bar Association
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- Member
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- Florida State Bar # 232920
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- Palm Beach County Bar Association
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- American Inns of Court
- Emeritus Member
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- Practicing Bankruptcy at a Higher Level
- Palm Beach County Bar Association Seminar
- Bankruptcy and Divorce, Bankruptcy Seminar
- Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist
- American Board of Certification
What Can I Keep In Bankruptcy?
Board Certified, Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Stuart A. Young answers common client questions regarding filing for bankruptcy in Florida. In this clip: "What can I keep in bankruptcy?"
The Bankruptcy Process
Board Certified, Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney, Stuart A. Young describes, in detail, the process of filing for bankruptcy in Florida.
- Q. Would I be able to apply for chapter 7 (bankruptcy) although I am unemployed and do not have any assets? I’m in FL.
- A: There is no minimum income level needed in order to file bankruptcy.
- Q. Instead of Bankruptcy can I sell a Vacant lot I own and negotiate with my Creditors?
- A: Debt settlement may be OK but do not forget that you will get a 1099 tax form from each creditor that you settle with. Any reduction in debt or debt forgiveness will be treated as a "taxable event" and you will have to pay income tax next year on every penny that you save. In bankruptcy, no income tax is assessed. you tell me which sounds better to you.
Hire a good attorney and make your decision with knowledge not by listening to ads on tv or radio. If funds are limited then consider a Ch 13 with a small down payment.
- Q. IF i FILED A CHAPTER 7 LAST YEAR AND IT HAS BEEN DISCHARGED DO I NEED TO REPORT A SETTLEMENT I MAY RECEIVE THIS YEAR
- A: Yes, assuming that the claim or injury occurred prior to your filing for bankruptcy then this must be disclosed to the Trustee. It is always best to report it to your attorney and have her or him contact your Trustee.
