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In 2008, Desiree Sanchez formed Sanchez Law Group to service the Central Florida community. While she has practiced various areas of law, Ms. Sanchez mainly concentrates her practice on probate, guardianship and estate planning.
Desiree's upbringing in both New York and Florida has provided her with a wealth of influences that has shaped her worldview and assist her with clients today. After receiving an undergraduate degree from Hunter College, City University of New York, Mrs. Sanchez worked as an educator in the New York City Public School System for several years. She credits this and the students she taught with inspiring her to enter the field of law. She employs that inspiration while passionately representing clients in the courtroom. Prior to starting the firm, Mrs. Sanchez was the Director of Academic Success at Florida A&M University College of Law. She also served as legal counsel for the 53rd District of the New York State Assembly in Brooklyn, New York.
Today, Sanchez spends her free time enjoying her family and volunteering at her local church and non-profit organizations in the community.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Probate
60%
20 years
Guardianship
25%
20 years
Estate Planning
15%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2016 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Desiree Sanchez
605 East Robinson Street, Suite 650, Orlando, FL, 32801-2046
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Desiree Sanchez's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (7)
Foreclosure (5)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Debt Settlement (4)
Divorce & Separation (3)
Landlord & Tenant (3)
Probate (3)
Child Custody (2)
Power Of Attorney (2)
Business (1)
Car Accidents (1)
Child Support (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Identity Theft (1)
Mediation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Real Estate (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Chris | October 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Great service and lots of help
Attournet Sanchz assisted me in the probate process. She helped and made the process easy to understand. This was a very trying time for my family.
Posted by Desiree Brooks | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Foreclosure defense
Sometimes you’re fortunate enough life and you meet a professional that encompasses intelligent, wisdom and experience. On more than one occasion Desiree has helped our family during a crisis most recently a foreclosure sale on our home, our legal matter was handled professionally and she made things...
Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2015 | Foreclosure
Professional and Effective
Through some online research I found the Sanchez Law Group and over the course of a consultation they very quickly helped analyzed my situation and determined they could help. From that point on SLG worked directly with the bank, and my real estate agent to help navigate the long process of a short s...
Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Bankruptcy and Foreclosure
Desiree is an outstanding attorney who guided me thru my bankruptcy and 2 1/2 years later when the bank finally decided to foreclose on the property surrendered in the bankruptcy, she attended the hearing for a very reasonable fee to ensure the bank and their lawyers didn't try to pull any funny busi...
Posted by Lucy | March 21, 2012 | Debt Settlement
Loan Modification
Attorney Desiree Sanchez did a wonderful job on my loan modification. I owed the bank $185,000 and they reduced the principle balance to $84,000. My payments before the modification was $1330 and my interest rate was 7.2%,now I have a 2% interest rate for the life of the loan and my new payments ...
Desiree Sanchez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I whole-heartedly endorse and recommend Desiree Sancez! I have known Desiree for quite a few years and admire her commitment to work and clients. She is one of the most disciplined and punctual persons that I know. Her ability to work efficiently under stressful conditions and nerve-wracking deadlines speaks volumes about her hard work, determination, and composed demeanor. Desiree always goes the extra mile for her clients."
"I recently purchased a home through a short sale. Attorney Desiree Sanchez negotiated the short sale and handled the closing. The process was very smooth due to Sanchez Law Group P.A.'s extremely professional and highly courteous legal team. I highly recommend Attorney Sanchez and the rest of her staff for your legal needs. A great experience!"
"Desiree Sanchez is a brilliant, experienced, and tenacious litigator. She is highly respected throughout the legal community and by her former clients. Bottom line, Ms. Sanchez works hard, knows the law, and gets her clients the best possible results available. I endorse Ms. Sanchez and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance."
"Ms.Sanchez is well respected in her field and I am sure she will exceed your expectations! She is very intelligent and professional. She will aggressively defend her clients to ensure they are always represented to the best of her ability!"
"Desiree Sanchez is a competent and capable lawyer for real estate, probate, and bankruptcy matters. We worked together as law partners and continue to work closely together as colleagues. Desiree also handles my personal legal matters that fall within her practice areas. I would not use her for my personal needs if I didn't think she were the best at what she does."
"I only refer my clients to attorneys that possess certain qualities and qualifications. They must be compassionate, accessible, ethical, intelligent, knowledgeable, and experienced. Ms. Sanchez meets and exceeds all of these. I know that when I refer a client to her firm that she will go above and beyond in her representation of them. In addition to Ms. Sanchez being a qualified destination for referrals, she is also an exceptional source of legal knowledge for other attorneys. Over the years she has been able to answer every legal question I have called her with. Ms. Sanchez is invaluable assets to the legal community and I am very thankful for having her as a colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer because I have known her for many years, and she has a great reputation in the legal community. I have had the opportunity of working with her on a case in which we were assisting a mutual client, and I found her to be dedicated and detail oriented. I often refer clients to her that need assistance with real estate issues. Many of those clients that I have referred to her have provided me feedback that they have been very satisfied with the services provided by Ms. Sanchez."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Sanchez is a dilgent and hard working attorney who will fight to protect her client's assets and make sure that their rights are fully protected and exercised. She provides guidance, education, and patience to all her clients. Her office staff is friendly and knowledgeable."
"I know Desiree to be a knowledgeable and experienced attorney for all bankruptcy and mortgage foreclosure defense matters. I will gladly refer my clients who find themselves in financial difficulty in these trying economic times."
Tushaar Desai
Litigation lawyer
Vilma Martinez
Personal injury lawyer
Roberto Vazquez
Litigation lawyer
Charles Franklin
Personal injury lawyer
Edward Lynum
Divorce and separation lawyer
John Morey
Litigation lawyer
Lusan Llabona
Family lawyer
Andrew Cameron
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Don Quijote Nomination, Business of the Year, 5+ Years, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
2010
2010 HIspanic Woman Making a Difference in the Law, La Prensa
1996
Cum Laude, Hunter College, City University of New York
1995
Public Service Scholar, Hunter College
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Certified Loan Modiciation Mediator, Sanchez Law Group, P.A
2008 - Present
Senior Attorney, Sanchez Law Group, P.A
2005 - 2008
Partner, Lynum & Sanchez
Associations
2011 - Present
National Association of National Association of Hispanic Real Estate ProfessionalsMembers
2011 - Present
Florida Bar Association, Real Property SectionMember
2010 - Present
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Central Florida Real Estate CouncilMember
2008 - Present
United States District Court, Middle District of FloridaMember
2007 - Present
Hispanic Bar Association of Central FloridaMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Florida Bar Association, Probate SectionMember
2011 - 2012
Central Florida Association of Women LawyersMember
2009 - 2010
Salvation ArmyCounsel/Chair of Public Policy Committee
2004 - 2006
City of Orlando Affordable Housing CommitteeAdvisory Board
Sample of Legal Cases
WELLS FARGO BANK vs JUAN C. PINEDA
Dismissal of foreclosure action
BRIGHTON LAKES COMMUNITY vs. SIGFREDO RIVER, et al
Successfully overturned foreclosure.
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON vs GUY PAUL, ET AL
Successfully overturned foreclosure
Education
2002
Northeastern University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1996
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Brooklyn Law School
JD Candidate
N/A
University of Central Florida
BA Candidate
Speaking Engagements
2016
Realty Company
1031 Exchange Changes and Real Estate
2016
Realty Company
Short Sale Updates
2015
Premier Title Seminar
Consumer Law Changes relating to Title Closings
2015
Premier Title Seminar
How to Read Ttile Commitments and Protect Your Client
2014
Real Estate Seminar
Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, and Short Sales Collidge
2009
Florida A&M University Law School Panel Discussion
Surviving in Legal Practice
2009
City of Orlando Conference
Defending Against Foreclosures
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Late husbands truck was borrowed, person refuses to give it back?
29 Mar 2021
Q&A
How can I have someone trespassed when the owner of the house is deceased?
30 Mar 2021
Q&A
Live in Florida. If I get divorce is my home affected if bought 15 years before marriage?
22 Feb 2018