Dedicated to helping people in financial distress find peace for 20+ years-Anne-Marie L. Bowen, P.A.
I have been practicing law in Orlando for more than 20 years, specifically concentrating in representing people with financial difficulties (consumer debtor law) since I opened my own law firm in 1994. Prior to that I represented large national banks and corporations, which I find to be an advantage in that I have a good idea of what the other side is looking for. That way I can help my clients avoid pitfalls that other attorneys with less experience or without experience standing in their adversaries shoes miss.
When people ask what I do for a living, I don't say that I am an attorney or that I'm a lawyer. Rather I tell them what I really do: I help people in financial distress find peace. Let's face it, what you really want is to have a good night's sleep knowing you are doing the right thing and that you have explored all of your options. It is my honor to help people through very difficult times in their lives and to offer them hope as best I can.
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Anne-Marie L. Bowen, P.A.
816 N. Thornton Ave.
Orlando, FL, 32803
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1987 | 12/20/2020 |
Legal answers | 198 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend Magazine | 2018 |
Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend Magazine | 2017 |
Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend Magazine | 2016 |
Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend Magazine | 2015 |
Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend Magazine | 2014 |
Judicial Appointment to Local Rules Committee | Bankruptcy Judges | 2006 |
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Judicial Invitation to 11th Circuit Judicial Conference | Bankruptcy Judges | 2003 |
Special Achievement Award | Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation | 1994 |
Book Award | Florida State University | 1987 |
Fellowship | Policy Studies Clinic | 1987 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney/Owner | Anne-Marie L. Bowen, P.A. | 1994 - Present |
Attorney | Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation | 1991 - 1994 |
Senior Associate Attorney | Private Practice | 1987 - 1991 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Bishop Moore C.H.S. | Director | 2012 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2005 - Present |
American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | 2000 - Present |
Christian Legal Society | Member | 2000 - Present |
United States Supreme Court Bar | Member | 1999 - Present |
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (Trial Bar) | Member | 1994 - Present |
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United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (General Bar) | Member | 1990 - Present |
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Bar | Member | 1989 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1987 - Present |
United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida Bar | Member | 1987 - Present |
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida | Member | 1987 - Present |
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association | President | 2006 - 2007 |
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association | Director | 2005 - 2007 |
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association | Treasurer | 2005 - 2006 |
Orange County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Committee | Chairman | 2002 - 2003 |
Local Rules Committee of the Bankruptcy Court | Member | 2001 - 2007 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Afresh Publishing | Book: Forgive Us Our Debts: When is it Okay for Christians to File Bankruptcy? | 2018 |
Ask a Lawyer-Orlando Sentinel | The Law & You | 2009 |
The NACTT Academy for Consumer Bankruptcy Education | The Face of Ch. 13 | 2008 |
Afresh Publishing | Book: Bankruptcy...Because Life Happens | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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The Florida State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1987 |
Oxford University (England) | N/A | 1985 |
Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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53rd Annual NACTT Conference | Significant Recent Creditor-Favorable Decisions which Creditors Must Know About and Debtors Should be Watching | 2018 |
Orange County Bar Association Bench/Bar Conference | Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy for the Non-Bankruptcy Practioner | 2016 |
FAMU Law School | Ch. 13 from the Debtor's Attorney Perspective | 2013 |
Don't be Afraid of Ch. 13 | Getting your Client's Case to Completion | 2012 |
Foreclosure Prevention Workshop | Bankruptcy and Foreclosure | 2011 |
Fla. Realtors' Annual Mid-Winter Business Meeting | Consumer Bankruptcy Information for Realtors | 2011 |
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Rollins College MBA Program | Consumer Bankruptcy Basics | 2010 |
Real Estate Law Symposium | Consumer Bankruptcy | 2010 |
Foreclosure Avoidance Workshop | Bankruptcy Basics for People Facing Foreclosure | 2008 |
Resource Meeting | Credit and Bankruptcy | 2007 |
ABI Southeast Bankruptcy Workshop | Ethics In Bankruptcy | 2006 |
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association | Consumer Bankruptcy | 2005 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In Re: Manning | Ch. 13 Case Confirmed with $175k erased from home debt |
In Re: Peterson | More than $100,000 in mortgages lien stripped |
In Re: Adams | Individual Ch. 11 Confirmed |
In Re: Lepak | Individual Ch. 11 Confirmed |
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Robert Anthony, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 12, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on cases with Anne-Marie Bowen and I have referred consumers to her over many years. She is an excellent bankruptcy attorney and she has tremendous people skills helping consumers through the very difficult time of obtaining bankruptcy relief.
Aubrey Ducker, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Anne-Marie for more than 20 years. She is well known in the courts and well respected by her peers. Most of all, Anne-Marie is an attorney who HELPS people in all circumstances and that is why, I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Price, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 7, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Anne-Marie for many years. She is one of the most caring and professional attorneys that I know. Her clients lover her - and for good reason! I highly endorse her.
Richard Sierra, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is my pleasure to endorse my colleague and friend Ann-Marie Bowen. I’ve had the pleasure to know her for several years through various conferences and she is a very compassionate person who looks out for her clients’ best interest during difficult financial times. I highly recommend her services!
Ron Bilu, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anne-Marie Bowen is that rare lawyer who takes a client-centered approach to her profession. Her concern for her clients' well-being is balanced with a comprehensive knowledge of her field, and that is a formidable combination. For these reasons, I firmly endorse this lawyer.
Dorothy Bunce, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I had the pleasure of sitting next to Bankruptcy Attorney Anne-Marie Bowen at a recent legal education event. I was surprised to discover how much nicer she was than I am and appreciated her wealth of knowledge relating to issues of mortgage modification and bankruptcy practice. I made a new friend.
I endorse this attorney. I have known this attorney for many years. Having followed her career and consulted with her on matters of bankruptcy law, I find her personable, professional and extremely knowledgeable. She is a great contribution to our legal community.
Lynn Aust, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 23, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Anne-Marie is the only bankruptcy attorney that I refer clients to...she is very smart and equally caring.
Thomas Marks, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 8, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. I've known Anne Marie for many years. She is bright, personable, and a very well-respected bankruptcy attorney. I heartily endorse her.
K. Goff, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anne-Marie is one of the most respected bankruptcy attorneys in Orlando, and for good reason.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Steven Fahlgren, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Sep 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Ann-Marie has been practicing bankruptcy law a very long time and is on top of her game. Before I began filing cases for my own clients, I most often referred bankruptcy clients to her because I knew that she would take good care of them and those I referred would often give me very positive feedback. I have never received negative feedback when it came to my referrals to her. If you want an attorney passionate about helping people in bankruptcy, you cannot go wrong with Ann-Marie Bowen. When I think of good bankruptcy attorneys in Orlando for consumers, she comes to mind.
Todd Budgen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 9, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anne-Marie is a thorough thoughtful capable attorney who does a good job looking after her client's interests.
Ellen Patton, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 15, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anne-Marie is a well established member of the local bankruptcy community. She is active in the local bar and has been instrumental in making the profession and practice the pleasure that it is today. Her clients are well-served and lucky to have her!