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Stuart Alan Young

Stuart Alan Young

9.7

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 100% Bankruptcy / Debt

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information
  • Young, Brooks & Pefka, P.A.
    1860 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 201
    West Palm Beach, FL 33406
    561-433-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • Spanish

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About me: As a practicing bankrutcy lawyer since 1977 I possess a high degree of expertise in the field of consumer bankruptcy law. I am Board Certified by the American... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 9 reviews
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5 star rating

“Best of the Best”

Posted by: kiet, 2009-08-24 3 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: When i first thought about bankrupcy, i didnt know if it was the right thing to do. But one thing i know, i do need help and there I have found Mr.... more
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“Hats off for Mr. Young”

Posted by: Lori B, 2009-07-15 4 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: After consulting several lawyers, I did not have a good feeling about pursuing my case but continued to do attorney research. I decided to meet with... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements

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Stuart Frank Karden

I have known Mr. Young since 1979 and he is a leading attorney in Florida on Bankruptcy. I highly endorse this lawyer's work.

Endorsement from lawyer: Stuart Karden , Palm Beach Gardens (FL), 9 months ago
Adam Edward Miller

Mr. Young enjoys the benefit of an excellent reputation among his peers. Many of his past clients have praised his caring and patient office staff... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Adam Miller , Pompano Beach (FL), 9 months ago

Résumé

Licenses
  • 32 years since Stuart Alan Young was first licensed to practice law in FL.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
President at Young Brooks and Pefka, P.A. 1985–2009

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1977
Syracuse University BA - Bachelor of Arts 1974

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
National Board Certification Consumer Bankruptcy Law American Board of Certification 1999
Bankruptcy Award Palm Beach County Bar Association 1994
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Former Chair Palm Beach County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Continuing Legal Education Committee 1989–2007
Member Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: Can the debt collectors still put a court...
Stuart's answer: The good news is that after 7 years the debt will be removed from your credit report, unless they... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Dischargeability of Divorce ObligationsPalm Beach Coiu Palm Beach County Bar Assoc CLE 1996
Domestic Issues in Bankruptcy Law Palm Beach County Bar Assoc CLE 1995
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Cases
Title:
In re: Michael Petrillo
Practice Area:
Bankruptcy / Debt
Outcome:
Plaintiff (debtor) was awarded full damages sought
Description:
Creditor's lawfirm continued on with garnishment of the debtor's wages after a petition in bankruptcy was filed. Debtor in bankruptcy sought...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Bankruptcy and Divorce Bankruptcy Seminar 2008