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A native of South Florida, I bring 18 years of experience as an attorney to the table. A sampling of my clients includes financial institutions, private investors, small businesses, condominium and homeowners' associations, and individuals. I vigorously represent my clients across the foreclosure, bankruptcy, real estate, insurance and commercial litigation spectrums.
Before becoming an attorney, I worked in many fields in South Florida. I worked in the auto parts industry, the boating industry and the equine industry to name a few. I finally realized I needed a set trade and settled on becoming a legal secretary/ paralegal. I eventually attended law school at Nova Southeastern University at night, while working full time as a paralegal, and raising my family. I look back on those years now and wonder how I did it! As a resident of South Florida my entire life, I have been fortunate to enjoy the many outdoor opportunities Florida has to offer. My first passion is my love for all things "horses," my second is for all things "Ocean/Everglades/Nature" and my third is for "motorcycles." I consider myself a home-grown Florida girl.
My rates are reasonable and can be tailored to your specific needs. Depending on the type of matter for which you need representation, I accept reasonable retainers, down payments and monthly payment plans that fit my clients' budgets. In addition to regular forms of payment, I accept most major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discovery, as well as payment through PayPal.
I am licensed to practice law in all Florida state courts, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida and the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida. I look forward to serving your legal needs. Please feel free to contact me at or give me a call at. Thank you.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-350 per hour
Contingency
20%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
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Carolyn N. Budnik, PLLC
4623 NW 53rd Ave, Suite 4, Gainesville, FL, 32653
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Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Passionate and relentless!
Carolyn helped me with a foreclosure in which I was being wronged my the mortgage company. She was passionate about my case and worked tirelessly until the job was done. I could not thank her enough for her hard work, and ability to right the wrongs of my case. Highly Recommended!
Posted by William Schoonbeck | December 23, 2014 | Foreclosure
Foreclosure Save my Home, Short Sale, or Bankruptcy
On referral, we met with Carolyn. In foreclosure for years, working spatially, not knowing what to do, and notified we had a sale date on our home we consulted with Carolyn. Carolyn informed us that a workout would be possible or short sale to get out from under the debt but we would need the time to...
Posted by Cheryl | November 19, 2014 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Excellent lawyer
I hired carolyn budnik to do a chapter 7 bankruptcy for me. She answered all of my questions and took care of all my concerns, and was always there. I would highly recommend her!
Carolyn N Budnik's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Carolyn on several matters and her preparation and performance are always top notch."
Hugh Koerner
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Litigation Attorney, Carolyn N. Budnik, PLLC
2013 - 2014
Associate, Bronstein & Carmona, P.A.
2012 - 2013
Associate, Gladstone Law Group, P.A.
2010 - 2012
Associate, Elizabeth R. Wellborn, P.A.
2008 - 2010
Associate, Choice Legal Group, P.A. fka Law Office of Marshall C. Watson, P.A.
2006 - 2008
Associate, Mark H. Goldberg, P.A.
2004 - 2005
Associate, Wood Bronstein, P.A.
2002 - 2004
Associate, Johnson, Leiter & Belsky, P.A.
2001 - 2002
Litigation Attorney, Carolyn N. Budnik, P.A.
2000 - 2001
Associate, Larry Moskowitz, PA
Associations
2016 - Present
LeTip of Hollywood (FL)Member
2014 - Present
Bankruptcy Ct., So. Dist. of Fla.Member
2012 - Present
U.S. Dist Ct, So. Dist. of Fla.Member
2000 - Present
The Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Federal Nat'l Mortgage Assoc v. Segaloff
Sanctions awarded to Deft in the amount of $3500
Advanced Const and Renov v. Dela Cruz
Final Summary Judgment for Defendant!
Francesca Sickler v. AS Lily, LLC
Final Judgment for Plaintiff upheld!
Education
2000
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Nova Southeastern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1995
Broward Community College
Associate of Science
1995
Broward Community College
Associate of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can clerk of court issue certificates of title without informing the owner on record ?
27 Jan 2019
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Never served foreclosure papers sold house mortgage company wants me to pay attorney fees
29 Jan 2019
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Can my spouse attend a pre-trial conference for me?
20 Jan 2019