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Clearwater Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Carolyn Secor, P.A.

4.9
30 Reviews

  • 2451 N. McMullen Booth Road, Suite 200, Clearwater, FL 33759+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Helping people get a fresh start!

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBankruptcy Chapter 7, Bankruptcy Chapter 13, and 4 more

  • Free Consultation

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Carolyn L. Secor
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Ziegler Diamond Law

5.0
82 Reviews

  • 2430 Estancia Boulevard, Suite 108, Clearwater, FL 33761

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • Turning Debt Problems into Debt Relief

  • Bankruptcy LawyersForeclosure Defense, Collection Matters, and 11 more

  • Free Consultation

Michael Ziegler
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi Guito & Matthews, P.A.

4.4
59 Reviews

  • 13630 58th St. N, Suite 100, Clearwater, FL 33760+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 18 lawyers2 awards

  • McIntyre Thanasides Bringgold Elliott Grimaldi & Guito, P.A. is a boutique litigation firm with a broad array of core practice areas. While we specialize in complex disputes, we... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCommercial Litigation, Creditors Rights, and 9 more

Richard McIntyre
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Nickolas C. Ekonomides, P.A.

4.7
27 Reviews

  • 325 North Belcher Road, Suite 1D, Clearwater, FL 33765

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Legal Clarity for Confident Decisions.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBusiness Law, Civil Litigation, and 3 more

Nickolas Ekonomides
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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The Law Offices of Stephen K. Hachey, P.A.

4.3
52 Reviews

  • 501 South Lincoln Avenue Suite 20B, Clearwater, FL 33756+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer4 awards

  • Experienced & Affordable Real Estate Law Firm That You Can Depend On.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersPartition Actions, Fraudulent Deeds & Forgery, and 8 more

  • Free Consultation

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Stephen Hachey
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Bernhardt Riley

4.6
9 Reviews

  • 13575 58th St. N., Clearwater, FL 33760+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers

  • We have a team of professionals who work to provide quality representation for our clients in both criminal and civil cases ranging from personal injury claims to employment law... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCriminal Defense, Drug Offenses, and 21 more

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Athena Pearl Riley Esq.
Managing Partner
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Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA

4.6
32 Reviews

  • 800 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL 33765+15 locations

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Aggressive attorneys that fight for you. Call us today for your FREE case evaluation. We can help. 866-967-6804

  • Bankruptcy LawyersSpinal Cord Injuries, Brain Injury, and 237 more

Matthew A. Dolman Esq.
Partner
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Krinzman Huss Lubetsky Feldman & Hotte

4.8
50 Reviews

  • 28100 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 104, Clearwater, FL 33761+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 17 lawyers2 awards

  • Real Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation

  • Bankruptcy LawyersGeneral Civil Trial, Appellate Practice, and 5 more

Michael I. Feldman
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Fox and Fox, P.A.

4.1
11 Reviews

  • 2515 Countryside Boulevard, Suite G, Clearwater, FL 33763

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Serving Pinellas county for over 30 years.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersEstate Planning, Real Estate, and 195 more

Gregory A. Fox
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Arvanitakis Law Group, LLC

4.8
27 Reviews

  • 2451 N. McMullen Booth Road, Suite 262, Clearwater, FL 33759

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Putting the Ease in Legalese. Call us today at 727-487-9868.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersEstate Planning, Business Law, and 6 more

Dina Arvanitakis
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Perenich Law Injury Attorneys

4.7
47 Reviews

  • 25749 US Highway 19 N., Suite 200, Clearwater, FL 33763

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • 3 Brothers Helping Others

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCar Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, and 17 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Timothy Perenich
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Stichter, Riedel, Blain & Postler, P.A.

4.8
127 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers1 award

  • A Law Firm Specializing Corporate Debtors in Chapter 11, Bankruptcy Cases

  • Bankruptcy LawyersWorkouts, Insolvency, and 2 more

Scott A. Stichter
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Deeb Law Group, P.A.

4.7
9 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Construction Law

  • Bankruptcy LawyersConstruction Law, Commercial Law, and 9 more

Theresa A. Deeb
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Law Office of Robert M. Geller

4.5
55 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • The firm has been helping clients in the Tampa bay area for over 38 years. Board certified Bankruptcy attorney

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBankruptcy Law, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, and 33 more

  • Free Consultation

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Robert M. Geller
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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The Family Law Source Linda I. Braithwaite Esq.

4.1
16 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Board Certified in Matrimonial and Family Law, Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator. We can help call 727-939-6311 to schedule consultation.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCollaborative Family Practice, Family Law, and 35 more

Linda Irene Braithwaite
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Marlowe McNabb Machnik P.A.

4.7
19 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Helping Clients Add Value to their Business

  • Bankruptcy LawyersConstruction Law, Arbitration, and 79 more

Stephen D. Marlowe
Attorney
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Langford & Myers, P.A.

4.8
12 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Langford & Myers, P.A. provides effective legal counsel throughout Central Florida. Located in Tampa, our firm skillfully handles Bankruptcy, Business Law, Business Litigation,... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAdministrative Law, Banking Law, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

Brian E. Langford
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Befeler Law Firm, P.A.

4.9
66 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Experienced Florida Law Firm. Providing Quality Legal & Mediation Services Across Florida Since 2010.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersReal Estate, Commercial Real Estate, and 28 more

David Befeler
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA

4.6
32 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Aggressive attorneys that fight for you. Call us today for your FREE case evaluation. We can help. 866-967-6804

  • Bankruptcy LawyersSpinal Cord Injuries, Brain Injury, and 237 more

Matthew A. Dolman Esq.
Partner
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Mechanik Nuccio Hearne & Silvestri P.A.

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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers1 award

  • Our lawyers provide a wide range of effective legal services relating to real estate, litigation, environmental, governmental relations and corporate matters. We bring a unique... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersReal Property, Land Use, and 18 more

W. Gregory Golson
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Ayo & Iken PLC

4.3
257 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers4 awards

  • We believe knowledge is power! 225 Pages of Fee Information on Divorce, Custody, & Child Support; www.myfloridalaw.com

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBankruptcy Chapter 7, Bankruptcy 13, and 58 more

  • Free Consultation

Howard Iken
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Fox and Fox, P.A.

4.1
11 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Serving Pinellas county for over 30 years.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersEstate Planning, Real Estate, and 195 more

Gregory A. Fox
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Perenich Law Injury Attorneys

4.7
47 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • 3 Brothers Helping Others

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCar Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, and 17 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Timothy Perenich
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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McFarland, Gould, Lyons, Sullivan & Hogan, P.A.

4.7
112 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • "Serving the Tampa Bay Area for Over 70 Years"

  • Bankruptcy LawyersGeneral Civil Practice, Federal Practice, and 41 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Philip G. Dragonetti II
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Anthony & Partners, LLC

4.7
33 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • A new approach to business advocacy.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBanking Law, Creditors' Rights Law, and 3 more

John A. Anthony
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Gallagher & Associates Law Firm, P.A.

4.5
67 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • "Not just good lawyers, good counsel."

  • Bankruptcy LawyersBank Mortgage Fraud, Real Estate Law, and 7 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Charles Gallagher III
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Westchase Law P.A.

4.4
40 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Experienced Tampa law firm providing quality legal services for individual and commercial clients in a consistently ethical, responsible, timely and cost-effective manner. Call... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 32 more

C. Todd Marks Esq.
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Bleakley Bavol Denman & Grace

4.9
42 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers2 awards

  • The Bleakley Law Firm is a collection of talented, aggressive, professionals dedicated to the principals of professionalism, exceptional service, and zealous representation of the... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersCommercial Litigation, General Corporate Practice, and 24 more

Samantha Dammer Esq.
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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LeavenLaw

4.8
95 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers4 awards

  • LeavenLaw is a law firm that has prided itself on serving the Tampa Bay area's legal needs for three generations.

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAsset Protection, Bankruptcy Law, and 58 more

  • Free Consultation

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Ian Richard Leavengood
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Bush Ross, P.A.

4.9
222 Reviews

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 55 lawyers2 awards

  • Bush Ross is a full service law firm established in 1981 providing a full range of legal services including General Civil and Trial Practice in all State and Federal Courts;... Read More

  • Bankruptcy LawyersAccountant Malpractice Defense, Administrative Law, and 91 more

A. Christopher Kasten II
Bankruptcy Lawyer
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Bankruptcy lawyers help individuals and businesses find relief from overwhelming debt. They analyze your financial situation and guide you through processes like Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 13 reorganization. Their goal is to stop creditor harassment, protect your assets, and provide a legal path to a fresh financial start.

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Commonly Asked Bankruptcy Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

What should I do to modify my chapter 13 file?

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Answered by attorney Edward M Olson (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at Olson Law Firm
If you are currently in a Chapter 13 and operating under an approved plan, then you must ask the court for any modifications to the plan.
If you are currently in a Chapter 13 and operating under an approved plan, then you must ask the court for any modifications to the plan.

In a Ch 7 Bankruptcy, why would Trustee apply to emply "Special Counsel" and a law firm be employed for the Trustee?

Mark J Markus
Answered by attorney Mark J Markus
Bankruptcy lawyer at Law Office of Mark J. Markus
It would state in the application what the purpose is, but there are many possible reasons.  One would be to prosecute fraudulent transfers, another would be to recover preferential payments made by the debtor pursuant to 11 USC 547.  Another would be to litigate a denial of discharge action against the debtor pursuant to 11 USC 727, just to name a few. Mark Markus has been practicing exclusively bankruptcy law in California since 1991.  He is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization,  AV-Rated by martindale.com, and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.  
It would state in the application what the purpose is, but there are many possible reasons.  One would be to prosecute fraudulent transfers, another would be to recover preferential payments made by the debtor pursuant to 11 USC 547.  Another would be to litigate a denial of discharge action against the debtor pursuant to 11 USC 727, just to name a few. Mark Markus has been practicing exclusively bankruptcy law in California since 1991.  He is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization,  AV-Rated by martindale.com, and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.  
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Can I file for bankruptcy to pay the bills I owe even if a judgement has been filed against me?

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Answered by attorney Dorothy G. Bunce (Unclaimed Profile)
Bankruptcy lawyer at A Fresh Start
The fact that a judgment has already been entered wont prevent you from being able to eliminate your debts through bankruptcy. However, whether bankruptcy is the best solution for you, or indeed the only solution for you requires a thorough analysis of your financial situation. You must qualify financially to file bankruptcy and the requirement require a great deal of financial information, which is why an in person consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney can be so helpful.
The fact that a judgment has already been entered wont prevent you from being able to eliminate your debts through bankruptcy. However, whether bankruptcy is the best solution for you, or indeed the only solution for you requires a thorough analysis of your financial situation. You must qualify financially to file bankruptcy and the requirement require a great deal of financial information, which is why an in person consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney can be so helpful.
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