Anne-Marie L. Bowen

Anne-Marie L. Bowen

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

816 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando, FL

About Anne-Marie

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Practice Areas

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Probate 5%

Wills and Probate-mostly for Church friends and family

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

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Anne-Marie L. Bowen, P.A.

816 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando, FL, 32803

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Anne-Marie L. Bowen's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 63 reviews

Posted by Ricky A. | July 09, 2012

The best and more compassionate lawyer I've know

When I first went to visit Anne-Marie Bowen, I was in a very low spirit and emotionally drained after all that was happening to my family and after running up and down for over a month looking for the right lawyer to help and represent us. That day I left her office with high spirit having found t...he right person indeed. I prayed for help, and got more than expected. Anne-Marie dedicated a lot of time to us time, was very compassionate and understanding, kind and since day one made us felt supported and with direction. Strong points I found that were so absolutely different from my experience with the other 3 firms I visited before: - I was requested ahead of time exact information needed from me for our fist appointment. - Anne-Marie took the time to review all the information before our conversation. - She provided us with superb information I could read while waiting for her, and thus, help our conversation be more productive by having a basic understanding already. - She was kind and compassionate, with a superbly professional demeanor. She was always extremely perceptive and helpful and her paralegals showed to be extraordinarily effective. The whole process went perfect and I can’t recommend enough Anne-Marie L. Bowen.

Posted by C and S Central Florida | May 31, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Search no further-The BEST at what she does...

Chapter 13- Painful, humiliating, and a trying time for anyone...a daunting experience. Until we met with Anne-Marie. She took the time to listen and I can't say that one enough...She LISTENED to the sad story. Formed an action plan, advised us on options and always did what she said she would do. ...We never felt alone, never felt intimidated, and always knew she had our back. She built confidence in us and encouraged us when we felt hopeless, and she cared about us throughout the process. A rare combination of insight, knowledge, compassion and experience. And it was refreshing to see the respect other attorneys had for her in the courtroom. Her staff was an added bonus; dealing with her support people was easy, and they always responded to questions or concerns quickly and returned phone calls...that itself is amazing. Anne- Marie is THE ONLY choice I would make when considering legal help with a bankruptcy and we feel so very blessed for having her on our side.

Posted by Maritza | April 12, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

The best bankruptcy lawyer in Orlando

We felt very lucky to have been referred to Anne-Marie Bowen when we were facing our most difficult times due to economic circumstances. We thought that the only option we had was to file bankruptcy, but we were very scared about choosing that route. We visited Anne-Marie Bowen and she made us feel a...t ease when she took the time to explain our options and the process of bankruptcy in detail. We left her office feeling that we had rights and that our lives had not ended, but it was just the beginning. It was a pleasure to see how Ann-Marie Bowen and her staff always answered our questions and phone calls promptly. Her expertise made the process go extremely smooth. She was very supportive and attentive to our concerns at all times. We strongly believe that Anne-Marie Bowen is the best bankruptcy lawyer in Orlando and we highly recommend her.

Posted by Steve | April 06, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

THE BEST! DON'T CONSIDER ANYONE ELSE!

Divorce forced me into bankruptcy. Anne-Marie took the time to help establish whether it would be best to file jointly or seperately as well as determining chapter 7 or 13. She always patiently and thouroughly answered my questions and concerns. She even took the time to review and critique my marita...l settlement agreement before signing as it applied to my bankruptcy. She and her courteous staff kept me informed of the process and what to expect and do every step of the way. I always felt that she cared about my issues verses being just another anonymous client in the system. I urge anyone needing bankruptcy advice or counsel to contact Anne-Marie.

Posted by RJ | April 04, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great Experience

My experience with Anne-Marie Bowen and her staff ended up turning a bad situation into a more manageable one. Having to deal with bankruptcy, debtors, and the cloud that loomed over my head due to the legal aspect of what needed to take place was an enormous emotional burden. Anne-Marie and her staf...f walked me through ever faze and constantly communicated with me to assure that not only we were on task but genuinely checking in to see how we where doing. I am one of those people who thought there would never be a bankruptcy in my life, but due to the economic down turn and the loss of my career this option became the only answer. I struggled for a long time, (which I now DO NOT recommend), to move forward with this option as I wanted to pay my bills but no longer had the income to support it. After doing my homework and handing in the documents to Anne-Marie the process was quick, fair, and far less stressful than I had been anticipating. I have learned that this system is in place to protect you and get your life back and I credit much of the “positive” aspect of going through this with Anne-Marie and her staff. If you read this and are also struggling, I recommend you place a call and make an appointment to see Anne-Marie.

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Anne-Marie L. Bowen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leonard Boyer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bowen is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients."

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Robert Anthony

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 12

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."

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Aubrey Ducker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 10

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."

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Charles Price

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 07

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."

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Richard Sierra

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 03

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!"

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Ron Bilu

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 27

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."

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 18

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."

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Kristen Jackson

Unknown lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lynn Aust

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 23

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."

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Thomas Marks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 08

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."

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K. Goff

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne-Marie is one of the most respected bankruptcy attorneys in Orlando, and for good reason."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Steven Fahlgren

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 26

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."

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Todd Budgen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne-Marie is a thorough thoughtful capable attorney who does a good job looking after her client's interests."

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Lori Patton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

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!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Judicial Appointment to USBC MDFL Steering Committee, Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Middle District of Florida

2021

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2020

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2019

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

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2006

Judicial Appointment to Local Rules Committee, Bankruptcy Judges

2003

Judicial Invitation to 11th Circuit Judicial Conference, Bankruptcy Judges

1994

Special Achievement Award, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

1987

Book Award, Florida State University

1987

Fellowship, Policy Studies Clinic

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Anne-Marie L. Bowen, P.A.

1991 - 1994

Attorney, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

1987 - 1991

Senior Associate Attorney, Private Practice

Associations

2023 - Present

Catholic Lawyers Guild of Central Florida

President

2018 - Present

Catholic Lawyers Guild of Central Florida

Board Member, Officer: Treasurer; Vice President

2005 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2000 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Member

2000 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1999 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

1994 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (Trial Bar)

Member

1990 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (General Bar)

Member

1989 - Present

Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Bar

Member

1987 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

1987 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida Bar

Member

1987 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2012 - 2019

Bishop Moore C.H.S.

Director

2006 - 2007

Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association

President

2005 - 2007

Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association

Director

2005 - 2006

Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association

Treasurer

2002 - 2003

Orange County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Committee

Chairman

2001 - 2007

Local Rules Committee of the Bankruptcy Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Seng v. U.S. Department of Education

All of client's Federal student loan obligations totaling more than $73,000 was discharged (erased).

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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Education

1987

The Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Oxford University (England)

1984

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Orange County Bar Association

Bankruptcy Basics for Business Lawyers including Subchapter V of Ch. 11

2018

53rd Annual NACTT Conference

Significant Recent Creditor-Favorable Decisions which Creditors Must Know About and Debtors Should be Watching

2016

Orange County Bar Association Bench/Bar Conference

Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy for the Non-Bankruptcy Practioner

2013

FAMU Law School

Ch. 13 from the Debtor's Attorney Perspective

2012

Don't be Afraid of Ch. 13

Getting your Client's Case to Completion

2011

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

Bankruptcy and Foreclosure

2011

Fla. Realtors' Annual Mid-Winter Business Meeting

Consumer Bankruptcy Information for Realtors

2010

Rollins College MBA Program

Consumer Bankruptcy Basics

2010

Real Estate Law Symposium

Consumer Bankruptcy

2008

Foreclosure Avoidance Workshop

Bankruptcy Basics for People Facing Foreclosure

2007

Resource Meeting

Credit and Bankruptcy

2006

ABI Southeast Bankruptcy Workshop

Ethics In Bankruptcy

2005

Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association

Consumer Bankruptcy

Publications

2009

Ask a Lawyer-Orlando Sentinel The Law & You

2008

The NACTT Academy for Consumer Bankruptcy Education The Face of Ch. 13

Languages

English

Activity

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