Michael John Stites Jr.

In the world of giving reviews to a company, organization or individuals there are good and bad, positive and negative responses. This review will be about an outstanding attorney from Central Florida and one that deserves only high accolades and 5-stars. I don't want this review to sound like a ...cliche or as if a bot or AI assistant helped write it. No, it's coming from me a real human with a real story that took me for a loop and created a lot of uncertainty. Right around 2008-09 I took out a HELOC loan to help me with a family and personal situation. I paid on it faithfully for approximately 3 years. After about three years, the bank went under leaving me high and dry with nowhere to send payments. Shoot forward some 18 years later, I get served with a foreclosure notice. My loan was sold to another collection agency-bank who tacked on an extra 40,000 on my 18,000 loan. This was a shocker and setback for my family. I didn't know where to turn other than do a bankruptcy. A bankruptcy lawyer I knew referred me to Mr. Stites and stated that if anyone could resolve this with favorable results, it would be Mr. Stites firm. I immediately hired Mr. Stites who right from the start and out of the gate went to battle for me. After months of court appearances and litigation, Mr. Stites was able to get the case into mediation rather than going into a lengthy trial. Due to Mr. Stites strong defense, knowledge of foreclosure laws and no nonsense representation, he was able to get the collection agency to agree to a amicable and affordable settlement. I feel Mr. Stites is the best, the most upfront and honest attorney in the business of foreclosure defense. He is highly respected by his peers and especially from the judges he interacts with day after day and week after week. Thankfully because of Mr. Stites knowledge, apptitude, experience and professionalism, he was able to prevent a takeover of my home. Please, before hiring anyone else, consider his law firm. My family and I did and thank God for putting him in our lives to defend our home and investment.

He is the absolute best! I have hired Attorney Mike for two separate issues over the last 10 years and it has always been very comfortable and a pleasure working with him. I would hire him over and over again! He is incredibly accessible and available when you need him, which in my opinion is a big ...challenge a client is faced with when retaining an attorney. He is incredibly knowledgeable and dynamic, confident, sharp, and efficient, all while remaining approachable, respectful, and so kind. He is very secure in his knowledge and in his ability, which makes being represented by him very comfortable and puts your mind at ease. I was very pleased with the outcomes of our cases, just as he predicted, and there were no surprises. Therefore, I selfishly wish he handled more areas of law so that I could retain him if necessary, but he only handles certain matters which makes him so good at what he does. Anyone needing representation in any of the areas of law he handles will be lucky to have him on their side. Thank you so much, Attorney Mike, for everything throughout the years!!

Michael has been a great and forward thinking lawyer. He tells you how it is and brings the solutions to your problems and will execute those solutions effectively. Even recently, he caught a would have been a huge mistake from my current lawyer although his duties were relieved. He’s caring, a famil...y man, and a damn good lawyer that will fight for you. 100% recommend!

5 Stars – A True Advocate in a Difficult Time Attorney Michael Stites is truly a godsend. He is currently helping me navigate a foreclosure situation caused by someone who took advantage of me, and I can honestly say I’ve never felt more supported by a legal professional. Michael goes above and be...yond for his clients—he’s thorough, dependable, and genuinely cares about your well-being. He makes himself available, explains everything clearly, and gives you the confidence that you’re in good hands. I know he’s got my back, and that peace of mind is priceless during such a stressful time. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly fights for you, look no further than Michael Stites.