$ 300-450 per hour
About Melissa
Biography
Our founding attorney, Melissa Youngman, is licensed to practice in the state of Florida. For nearly two decades, Melissa has proudly represented people and businesses throughout the state of Florida.
Melissa's practice focuses on bankruptcy, business law, estate planning, and contracts, including:
Representation of Individual & Business Debtors in Bankruptcy (Chapters 7, 11, 13 and the new subchapter V for small businesses)
Creditor Rights in Bankruptcy
Landlord Rights in Bankruptcy
Representation of Trustees in all Types of Bankruptcy Litigation
Representation of Assignees, Assignors, and Creditors in Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors under Section 727 of the Florida Statutes
Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and Estate Planning
Contract Drafting, Review, Negotiation, and Related Litigation
Outside General Counsel Services
Entertainment Law
Legal Research & Writing Services for Other Lawyers & Law Firms
Melissa is also a frequent speaker on a variety of legal topics. Representative speaking engagements include:
American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) Southeastern Bankruptcy Workshop - 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 - Moderator and/or Panelist
ABI Annual Spring Meeting 2015 - Panelist
National Association of Chapter Thirteen Trustees Annual Conference 2014 - Panelist
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association Seminar 2011 - Panelist
Emory Bankruptcy Developments Journal Symposium 2011 - Panelist
Melissa is committed to making a positive social impact in the Central Florida community. She has volunteered as Guardian ad Litem for the 18th Judicial Circuit of Florida (Seminole County), as a Junior League member, and is currently a member of her church choir at the Catholic parish of St. Mary Magdalen in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
25%
23 years
Estate Planning
25%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Melissa Youngman, PA
721 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32701
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Melissa Ann Youngman's Reviews
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Posted by William | February 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
BK Attorney of the year!!!
Melissa went above and beyond to help me in my situation. I believe to me my situation was unique and could cause more of an issue but because of Melissa i felt at ease during this stressful process. I would recommend strongly for you to use her. Sincerely, William
Posted by William | February 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney
Melissa was instrumental helping me during my bankruptcy proceedings. Her demeanor was extremely professional and personable, setting me at ease. Throughout the process, which seemed unending to me, she was meticulous and demonstrated a wealth of knowledge regarding all aspects of the bankruptcy. ...
Posted by laureen | February 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
very nice and professional
Melissa filed my case for me and was very nice. She helped me in a timely manner and I am very thankful
Melissa Ann Youngman's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Principal, Melissa Youngman, PA
2002 - 2002
Intern, Honorable Joanna Seybert, U.S. District Court
2002 - 2016
Attorney, Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker, LLP
Associations
American Bankruptcy Institute’s Southeast Bankruptcy Workshop
Advisory Board
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association
Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Patina, Inc. v. Michael Leshawn Banks (In re Banks), 420 B.R. 579 (Bankr. MDFL 2009)
The Court found that debtor was entitled to receive his discharge.
Education
2002
St John's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Florida
Speaking Engagements
2015
American Bankruptcy Institute
Annual Spring Meeting
2014
National Association of Chapter Thirteen Trustees
Annual Conference
2011
Emory Bankruptcy Developments Journal
Seminar
2011
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association
Seminar
Publications
2018
2018
Shed Builders Magazine
Litigation 101: For the Plaintiff
Languages
English