Click here for a map of middle of the Middle District of Florida 1. MAP OF MIDDLE DISTRICT OF FLORIDA Fort Myers Division (green): Charlotte, Collier, De Soto, Glades, Hendry and Lee Jacksonville Division (orange): Baker, Bradford, Citrus, Clay, Columbia, Duval, Flagler, Hamilton, Marion, Nassau, Putnam, St.Johns, Sumter, Suwannee, Union Orlando Division (blue): Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola,…
3. How do I obtain information about a case? You can visit the courthouse and view a file between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. You can also access information for the Middle District of Florida, toll-free at 1-866-222-8029 # 91. Information about a case may be obtained by providing the Debtor’s…
Judgements can last on your credit report up to 21 years. Late payments, missed payments to creditors can stay on your credit report for a very long time. I tell my clients, filing Bankruptcy may hurt (your credit) for one year, or two years, but it is like surgery, once it is done you begin…
Who do I notify about a possible fraudulent filing? The office of the United States Trustee reviews complaints about possible fraudulent filings and, if appropriate, notifies the U.S. Attorney for further investigation. The U.S. Trustee’s telephone number for Tampa cases is 813-228-2000, and for Orlando and Jacksonville cases is (407) 648-6301.
A distinguished elderly gentleman who had led an exciting life in show business walked into my office. He was retired now, on a fixed income with medical bills and living expenses. The residuals he had been receiving from affiliates in Chicago were dwindling. He felt terrible but knew Bankruptcy was the only option to ease…
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court Middle District of Florida has a page titled, “Emotional Support.” Visit their website for a list of services that may help you through these difficult times. http://www.flmb.uscourts.gov/support/
our Middle District ranking in Bankruptcy Filings and Florida’s special mortgage modification mediation program under Ch. 13 that is so successful. The Judge points out how this Mortgage Modification Program in Chapter 13, helps the elderly. https://floridabar.org/DIVCOM/JN/JNJournal01.nsf/8c9f13012b96736985256aa900624829/658c82d4c1ed6c41852580ce00542989?OpenDocument
Loss of Job, health or spouse are the major reasons people need to file a Bankruptcy. Three different people I spoke with suffered from a terrible car accident where they injured by another driver texting and driving. The aftermath can be devasting. It’s a good reminder for all of us.
