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Matthew J. Sherman
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Tax
Nova Southeastern University and University of Florida Levin College of Law
Matthew Sherman specializes in both civil and criminal tax controversies and serve as the Tax Workout Group firm’s practice group leader for all tax-bankruptcy matters. He handles both Federal and state tax matters involving individuals, corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and trusts and estates.
In the tax controversy arena, Mr. Sherman has considerable knowledge and insight handling complex civil tax examinations, administrative appeals, and tax collection matters. His tax practice includes a wide array of dispute types involving income taxes, sales and use taxes, employment taxes, excise taxes and property taxes. He thinks of himself as a...
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Paul Cain
Jacksonville Beach, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
(800) 455-7834
1400 Marsh Landing Parkway
Suite 108
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32256
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to the idea of creating lasting legacies. There’s something profoundly meaningful in knowing that what you’ve built—your business, your portfolio, your family’s security—can endure and flourish for generations to come. Growing up, I saw firsthand the anxiety and uncertainty that can accompany the transfer of wealth. My family faced difficult decisions when it came to ensuring that what they’d worked so hard to achieve would be protected, preserved, and passed on to those they loved most. Through those experiences, I realized that skilled guidance, delivered with genuine care, makes all...
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Joy Owenby
Orange Park, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Elder, Estate Planning and Family
Florida Coastal School of Law and Florida State University
Attorney Joy Owenby serves clients throughout Florida with aggressive and relentless representation for a wide-range of practice areas. While her knowledge and experience are extensive, Attorney Owenby particularly handles matters involving divorce, adoption, trusts / wills, probate, criminal defense, child support, and family law. Over the course of the years, she has obtained much recognition and has become an accomplished lawyer with an Avvo Rating. Prior to the founding of Owenby Law, P.A., Attorney Owenby serves as legal counsel for Florida’s Guardian ad Litem Program. During this time, she explored the intricacies of family law which have allowed her...
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Chip Parker
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
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...
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Mr. Michael A. Ziegler
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Collections, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
Florida Coastal School of Law and Pennsylvania State University
Ziegler Diamond Law provides legal representation for consumers facing debt-related legal issues, including foreclosure, bankruptcy, credit card lawsuit, debt negotiation, and creditor harassment claims.
Prior to opening his own law firm, Attorney Michael “Mike” Ziegler was in private practice with the Law Office of Robert Eckard & Associates, P.A. where he handled numerous cases in foreclosure, bankruptcy, and other civil litigation issues. Before joining The Law Office of Robert Eckard and Associates, P.A., Attorney Ziegler served a financially sensitive client base as an advocate at Jacksonville Area Legal Aid. Attorney Ziegler implementing legal strategies based on TILA, RESPA, FCCPA,...
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Ryan Michael Albaugh
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Consumer, Criminal Defense and Foreclosure Defense
Golden Gate University School of Law
With over 15 years of experience, I have handled thousands of cases. I am both skilled and knowledgeable in Criminal Defense, Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Family Law, and Injury Law matters. I provide personal attention and zealous representation to meet my clients' legal needs and goals. I am committed to protecting and fighting for their rights and interests.
As a former Deputy District Attorney, I prosecuted a broad range of criminal matters from misdemeanors to serious felonies. My extensive knowledge and insight into the criminal law system has assisted in the successful defense of many clients. I also advocate for clients...
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Steven Fraser
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Baltimore School of Law
The Firm has extensive experience representing businesses in the area of insurance claims; real estate and commercial litigation. We focus on property, premise and personal liability, in addition, to real estate litigation. Our services include representation of buyers, sellers, and lenders in residential and commercial real estate transactions . We represent employers, carriers, third party administrators, and self-insurers through all phases of litigation. The firm handles a variety of other matters including commercial collections; and representation in wage garnishments and bankruptcy proceedings for creditors. The firm handles all aspects of claims assigned by companies including first and third party claims....
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Barbara Cusumano
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Miami School of Law
My name is Barbara Cusumano and I am a compassionate, experienced bankruptcy attorney serving Gainesville, Florida and surrounding communities. To help ease your stress, my bankruptcy law firm offers in person and online bankruptcy filings and a free credit rebuilding program. Over the past 25 years, I have helped thousands of clients discharge millions of dollars of debt. I truly love helping people obtain a financial fresh start! We have all had financial ups and downs. I understand the stress associated with loss of work, divorce, and unexpected illness. I truly feel for my clients...
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Anthony W. Chauncey
Live Oak, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Probate and Traffic Tickets
Florida Coastal School of Law
Anthony “Tony” Chauncey practices in the areas of Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, Criminal Defense, Traffic Citations, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Mr. Chauncey has counseled clients in many areas of the law including representation of numerous individuals and business entities in transactional and litigation proceedings in Florida’s state, federal, and bankruptcy courts. Mr. Chauncey has helped thousands of clients achieve a fresh start financially using the federal bankruptcy laws. He is experienced in Chapters 7, 11, 12 and 13 under the Federal Bankruptcy Code. His criminal practice includes the defense of clients accused of crimes such as DUI, traffic offenses, drug...
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Eric Steven Ruff
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Florida
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,...
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Gregory J. Lesak
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 21 years of experience
(904) 895-5796
8280 Princeton Square Blvd. W
Suite 1
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Bankruptcy, Collections, Consumer and Health Care
Florida State University College of Law
Gregory J. Lesak, Jr., places great emphasis on attaining a profound comprehension of his clients' underlying businesses and their specific needs. While being results-driven and assertive, Mr. Lesak consistently prioritizes cost-effectiveness in all his endeavors. With extensive experience as a transactional attorney and litigation attorney, he has cultivated a unique perspective in assisting clients. His dual role as both client and attorney equips him with a comprehensive understanding of clients' business requirements and enables him to solve problems effectively. As a solution-oriented lawyer with a strong foundation in business knowledge, Mr. Lesak views problem-solving as the core responsibility of legal...
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Tony Turner
Orange Park, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Florida State University College of Law
Since 1991 I have practiced law representing thousands of clients in their bankruptcy and workers' compensation legal issues. Previously employed with Morgan & Morgan and as an assistant county attorney with Hillsborough County, I started my office in 2001and dedicated it to representing debtors who are trying to get a fresh start by discharging their debt, saving their homes from foreclosure, stopping lawsuits, and harassing phone calls. I have represented thousands of injured workers and have settled millions in workers' compensation disputes. Call me today for a free legal consultation. I offer payments plans and try to work within...
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Raymond LaBella
Orange Park, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Consumer, Estate Planning and Insurance Claims
Florida Coastal School of Law
Admitted to practice
Supreme Court of Florida
Superior Courts of Connecticut
United States District Court, Middle District of Florida
United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida
United States District Court, Northern District of Florida
United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Florida
United States District Court, Southern District of Florida
United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida
Publications and Academics
The Small Claims Clinic, writer and instructor, 2004 to present
A joint pro bono collaboration between the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid and LaBella Law, P.L.
The Probate Process from Start to Finish, contributing writer and instructor
Continuing Legal Education division of National Business Institute, 2007...
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Thomas Adam
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
Thomas Adam was born and raised in the suburbs of Baltimore, MD. He performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland at College Park and Florida State University; where he excelled in business and investments, and earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance. During his time as an undergraduate at Florida State University, Mr. Adam interned for Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith in Tallahassee, Florida. After graduation, Mr. Adam joined Merrill Lynch’s Jacksonville, Florida office, where he acquired the FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses. Mr. Adam earned his Juris...
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Carol M. Galloway
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 38 years of experience
(904) 694-5489
301 West Bay Street
Suite 1451-52
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Bankruptcy
Florida Coastal School of Law
Carol grew up in New York and currently lives in Jacksonville, Florida. She graduated Magna cum laude from Pace University in New York City in 1983 (B.S.) She then earned her Masters degree in Counseling and Personnel Services from Fordham University in New York City in 1984. Carol later attended Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida, and earned her J.D. While in law school, she served as a staff editor on Law Review.
Carol began practicing consumer bankruptcy law soon after leaving law school. She concentrated her efforts on consumer issues related to student loan dischargeability in bankruptcy, Fair...
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Donald Dufresne
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
University of Arkansas - Little Rock
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Justin Scutt Warren McMurray
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Collections, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Before obtaining my law degree I was a licensed mortgage banker in Florida. I have a very strong background in real estate law and participated in over 10,000 Real Estate Closings. I also have helped thousands of clients throughout Florida with bankruptcy, foreclosure defense and debt settlement. I always offer a FREE consultation. Call us today (888) 316 2131
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David C Meltzer
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Stetson University
David Meltzer is a Florida Native and grew up in Melbourne, FL. After graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado at Boulder, David went on to earn his Law Degree from Stetson University-College of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar.
Since graduating he has focused his practice on helping those facing financial hardships. David has helped many clients save their homes from mortgage companies seeking to foreclose on those facing financial hardship. David has experience in Foreclosure Defense, Debt Defense, Debt Settlement, Short Sales, Loan Modifications, and other Real Estate Matters.
Whether you are...
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Greg Gilbert
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
Mississippi College School of Law
I started practicing law in 2010. I have focused primarily on representing debtors in business and personal bankruptcy. I have also represented clients for foreclosure and debt defenses and have filed many consumer collection practice cases in state and federal court.
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Lisa Cohen
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Bankruptcy
University of Florida
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.
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Lawrence Joseph Marraffino
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Personal Injury
University of Florida
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Mr. Michael R Simons
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(904) 374-5444
6817 Southpoint Parkway
Suite 504
Jacksonville, FL 32216
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Estate Planning
Florida Coastal School of Law
Simons & Simons is a Florida law firm practicing in the areas of Family Law, Foreclosure Defense and Estate Planning, serving Duval, Clay, Nassau and St. Johns counties.
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C. Ryan Maloney
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(904) 389-0050
One Independent Drive
Suite 1400
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Bankruptcy, Business, Construction and Landlord Tenant
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Ryan Maloney is a Jacksonville trial lawyer and Partner at Jimerson Birr, who practices in the areas of construction law, business and contract disputes, government bid protests, real estate disputes, and creditors’ rights, including complex commercial foreclosures, bankruptcy and workouts. Clients look to Mr. Maloney for his excellent legal and practical judgment, and his ability to quickly assess the key issues and develop strategies for consistently obtaining client-focused results within budget. Mr. Maloney is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Construction Law and is Peer Review Rated as AV® Preeminent™, the highest performance rating in Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating...
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Gust G. Sarris
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business, Collections and DUI & DWI
Florida Coastal School of Law
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Charles B. Jimerson
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(904) 389-0050
One Independent Drive
Suite 1400
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Bankruptcy, Appeals, Collections and Foreclosure Defense
University of Florida
Charles B. Jimerson founded Jimerson & Cobb and continues to lead its preeminent business litigation practice. Born in Sarasota, FL, Charles B. Jimerson, Esq. is a 7th generation Floridian. Mr. Jimerson represents various corporations, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and small and mid-size businesses in business litigation matters ranging from commercial collections, contract disputes and business torts to real estate, construction, bankruptcy and foreclosure proceedings.
After leaving home at the age of 15, Mr. Jimerson supported himself with odd jobs to put himself through high school. Upon graduation, Mr. Jimerson enlisted in the U.S. military to serve his country and earn money...
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Robert Peters
Jacksonville , FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Real Estate
Florida State University College of Law
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Mr Eugene H. Johnson
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Collections
Mr. Johnson received his law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law (UDSL) in 2004. During his final year of law school, he was an extern law clerk for the Honorable William A. Clark, United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Ohio, at Dayton and the UDSL student nominee for the Distinguished Law Student Program of the American College of Bankruptcy. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Evansville in 2001.
After law school Mr. Johnson became an Associate Attorney for a general practice law firm in Middletown, Ohio where he practiced business law, litigation, and creditors'...
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Rehan Naeem Khawaja
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Melanie Joy Sacks
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 26 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
Melanie J. Sacks, Esquire concentrates her area of practice to Bankruptcy Law.
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Michael Ross Cleaveland
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Florida
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David Ferebee
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(904) 358-7001
4651 Salisbury Road
Suite 400, Office 409
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Bankruptcy and Estate Planning
University of Florida
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Jose I Moreno
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Business, Probate and Real Estate
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Shawn A DeVries
JACKSONVILLE, FL Bankruptcy Attorney
Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Probate and Real Estate
Shawn DeVries’ professional accomplishments represent the diverse knowledge, skills and abilities he has acquired on his professional journey. DeVries attended and graduated from Valencia Community College (AS), University of Central Florida (BS), NOVA Southeastern University (MBA) and Florida Coastal School of Law (Juris Doctor). In the hospitality industry, he worked for Hawthorne Suites, Walt Disney World, Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association, and Hyatt Corporation. Shawn DeVries transition into the law industry began as a Certified Legal Intern with Florida Coastal School of Law Housing Rights Clinic followed by a second internship at Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc. Armed with...
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Keith Davis Collier
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Insurance Claims and Real Estate
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Nancy Akel Draughon
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer
(904) 394-3205
3733 University Blvd. W. Suite 212
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Bankruptcy
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Felecia L Walker
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(904) 222-0829
6620 Southpoint Drive S.
Suite 200
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
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Joseph Hadley Brown
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 16 years of experience
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Thomas Gerard Pye
Gainesville, FL Bankruptcy Lawyer with 43 years of experience
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Isaac Levy
Jacksonville, FL Bankruptcy Attorney with 61 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Business and Collections