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Martin S. Lewis
About Martin
Biography
The primary focus of my legal practice has been on helping people and businesses with financial problems. I help clients with nonbankruptcy workouts, Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 bankrupcy, and also creditor harassment. I meet with people every day on a free appointment to address their concerns and to try and determine a solution to their problems. I have the knowledge, experience, and legal training to help you resovle your financial problems and guide you through bankruptcy, every step of the way.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
98%
35 years | 14,000 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
1%
35 years | 4,000 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
1%
35 years | 10,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 29 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Alabama for 34 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Lewis & Jurnovoy, P.A.
1100 N. Palafox St., Pensacola, FL, 32501-2608
Law Offices of Martin S. Lewis
151 S. Mary Esther Cutoff, Suite 103, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32569
Law Offices of Martin S. Lewis
825 Jenks Avenue, Panama City, FL, 32401
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Posted by Colleen | April 04, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Attentive and Caring
Throughout the process of my bankruptcy case, Mr. Lewis was very responsive and caring. He led me through the process without ever making me feel rushed or insignificant. In fact, Mr. Lewis did everything he could to make sure I was comfortable, that all of my questions were answered, and that I wa...
Martin S. Lewis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Martin is well known in the bankruptcy community and always willing to offer advice and help to fellow bankruptcy attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Martin is easy to work with, is knowledgeable about bankruptcy law, and tells his clients what they need to know as opposed to what they want to hear. As opposing counsel, he is always responsive, well prepared, and willing to negotiate, but still an advocate for his client."
Charles Hoskin
Real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Recognized For Pro Bono Work, Northwest Florida Legal Services, Inc.
2011
Top 50 Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys in United States, BkCourse.Com
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Shareholder, Lewis & Jurnovoy, P.A.
1995 - 1998
Shareholder, Bond, Botes, Wetzel, and Lewis, P.A.
1991 - 1995
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Andre' Toffel (Chapter 7 Trustee)
Associations
2005 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
1996 - Present
Florida Bar Association
1996 - Present
Northern District of Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association
1995 - Present
Mobile Bar Association
1991 - Present
Birmingham Bar Association
2012 - 2013
Chapter 13 Committee on Mortgage ModificationAdvisor
2010 - 2011
Gulf Breeze High School Mock Trial TeamAttorney Coach
2005 - 2007
Temple Beth El of PensacolaPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Atkinson v. Greentree (11-50259, AP 12-05025 Not Published)
Court Retains Jurisdiction of a Discharge Violation and Motion To Dismiss is Denied
In Re Cook, 454 B.R. 204 (ND FL 2011)
Wage Portion of Salary is Exempt From Claim of Trustee
James v. Checkman, et al (07-50024, AP 10-05002) Not Published
Bankruptcy Court Enters Judgement Vs Debt Collector for $113,216.79
In Re Palmer, 386 B.R. 875 (ND FL 2008)
Attorney Fees For Mortgage Found To Be Excessive and Reduced
In Re Heckman, 395 B.R. 737 (ND FL 2008)
Mobile Home Owners Without Land Can Use $4000 Wildcard Exemption to Protect Other Personal Property
In Re Purdy, 373 B.R. 142 (ND FL 2007)
Chapter 13 Plan Payment Increase Requires Substantial Change in Circumstances
In Re Brown, 346 B.R. 868 (ND FL 2006)
Chapter 13 Debtor Can Surrender A 910 Car Claim In Full Satisfaction Of Debt
In Re Willets, 262 B.R. 552 (ND FL 2001)
Discharge Does Not Include Covenant Runs With The Land
Spires v. Gregg, 268 B.R. 295 (ND FL 2001)
State Court Fraud Judgement Dischargeable in Bankruptcy
Education
1991
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Samford University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1987
University of South Alabama
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers