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Michael Robert Reiter
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Biography
Mike joined the Navy after high school and spent his first enlistment as a shipboard electrician. Upon reenlistment, Mike completed UDT/SEAL training and joined the elite UDT/SEAL Teams. He attended college during his off-duty hours earning his Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees.
In 1983, Mike received his commission after graduating from the Navy’s Aviation Officer Candidate School in Pensacola, serving as the class Commander of Second Battalion. Several years and deployments later, Mike returned to the Panhandle becoming an Instructor Pilot at the Whiting Field ITU in Milton teaching student aviators and instructor pilots.
While providing logistical support in the Gulf War, Mike’s DC-9 came under fire during a SCUD missile attack. In a sky filled with flak and other airplanes, he successfully maneuvered and evaded damage, saving his crew and earning him a Naval Commendation Medal upon their safe return home. He also received two Navy Achievement Medals. Over his extensive career he piloted the H-46 helicopter, the T-34C turbo prop, the C-9 transport jet, and the C-130 Mighty Hercules. He is a 1993 graduate of the Air Force’s prestigious Air Command and Staff College
Mike retired after twenty one years of service in 1994. He then attended Florida State University earning both a Juris Doctor and a Masters of Public Administration. He has worked as an attorney for Legal Services of North Florida, a Senior Attorney for the State of Florida, and now owns his own firm. Additionally, he served two years as the town attorney of Greensboro in Gadsden County. In his 13 years of practice, Mike has tried well over a hundred bench and jury trials in Civil, Family, Criminal, Dependency, and Bankruptcy areas of law and he is a Qualified Arbitrator. He has extensive experience in consumer protection. He has successfully sued debt collectors and defended collection actions and foreclosures. The vast majority of his consumer cases have been resolved through negotiation or mediation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
40%
27 years | 500 cases
Social Security & Disability
30%
16 years | 75 cases
Litigation
25%
27 years | 200 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
5%
27 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael Robert Reiter
3430 Hwy 77, Suite B, Panama City, FL, 32405
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Posted by Rebecca | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
150% satisfied with Attorney Reiter and Rachael
At a very difficult time in my life, Attorney Reiter and his legal assistant Rachael helped me more than they will ever realize. Not just from a legal standpoint. I never felt like they were judging me for any of the very bad decisions I made. They answered my every question and never failed to...
Posted by Mark | March 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Disability
I applied for disability and ofcourse was turned down so I went to Michael's office and spoke with Rachel. They did my appeal and fortunately I did get approved. Dealing with this was very exhausting to me and I 100% believe if I hadn't have had Michael's office in my corner I would still be waiting....
Posted by Michael | November 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
A Great lawyer and fantastic crew!
There is no way to express my gratitude to the staff in this office. Everything was made very simple for me. They assisted me any way possible that they could. It's so nice to have someone who cares about the problems you are dealing with. I would highly recommend these fine folks for your legal ...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Diability
My husband and I visited Mr. Reitor's office needing help filing for disability. Mr. Reitor's and his staff took their time with us and helped my husband to get his disability on the first try. The staff there was amazing. We didn't have to pay one penny for all their help. We highly recommend Mr. Re...
Posted by James | November 03, 2015
Proficient & Aggressive
I went to Mr. Reiter for a consultation and was highly impressed with his knowledge of the law and his willingness to help me with the advice I needed to move forward. I consider Mr. Reiter my only resource of law and the only one I need. He is more than capable and very caring. I find him to be ...
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Michael Robert Reiter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike Reiter is a very skilled and respected attorney in our geographic area. I have worked alongside Mr. Reiter and against Mr. Reiter and can easily say that his work ethic and quality are among the very best in the business."
"Mike is a talented attorney who is well prepared and a skilled courtroom advocate. I have seen him handle the most complex and emotionally volatile issues. He is a diligent worker who is widely respected by his peers. He is a top lawyer for our area, and I highly recommend him to those who need counsel."
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Experience
Honors
2007
President Pro Bono Award, The Florida Bar
1992
Navy Commendation, United States Navy
Work Experience
1973 - 1994
UDT-SEAL, United States Navy
Associations
2007 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Association of UDT/SEAL
Military Officers Assoc of America
Bay County Bar Association
Florida Bar
Eleventh Circuit Federal Court of Appeals
North Florida Bankruptcy Bar
Kiwanis Club of Panama City
Bay County Pro-Bono Committee
Education
N/A
The Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Florida State University
Masters of Public Administration
N/A
Saint Leo College
Associate of Arts
N/A
The University of the State of N.Y.
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
TV Show Law Call
Disability Benefits
2015
TV Show Law Call
Dealing with Debt
2010
Encore -Continuing Education for Adults
Credit Tricks and Traps
Languages
English