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Robert Bailey Branson
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My office is my family, and our goal is to make you comfortable when you face life's most difficult crossroads. When you need help, we are at your service. Call us for a free consultation for Chapter 7, 11, & 13 Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, Mortgage Modification, I.R.S. Problems, and collection calls. We are leading the way on federal student loan discharges, currently more than $2m discharged.
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BransonLaw, PLLC is primarily focused on the representation of individuals in bankruptcy law matters. Additionally, our service to the community has been through the Pro se clinic and previously through the Guardian Ad-Litem program, with more than thirty children represented.
Admitted to practice- The Florida Bar, U.S. District /Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida, United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.
Are you facing financial struggles? With over 36 years of experience personally, our firm can help you! We lead the way with Sub-chapter V reorganizations and student loan discharges.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
78%
37 years | 2,600 cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
16%
Mediation
5%
30 years
Foreclosure
1%
37 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 36 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
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Posted by Alan | September 13, 2013 | Litigation
The best attorney's I have ever met!
Mr. Robert Branson, Mr. John Raffaelli, Tammy, Shelly, Lisa and Joyce: How often we forget the names of the people that we deal with each day! It takes a lot to become memorable in this day and age, when we rarely remember the names and faces of those that have assisted us. I want you to know that ea...
Robert Bailey Branson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bob Branson is the master of mortgage modification mediation within Chapter 13 in Central Florida. Many lawyers have taken his classes and learned from the master!"
"Robert is a dedicated and passionate lawyer who works very hard to negotiate and mediate optimal outcomes."
"Robert is an affable lawyer who takes care of his clients. I recommend Robert to anyone looking for a mortgage modification or help with a debt issue."
"I endorse Attorney Branson. He and his wife have been instrumental in my knowledge and experience in bankruptcy law. They have been great mentors to me and other local attorneys. Anytime I have a question, they will drop everything in their busy schedule to assist. I also use Bob for my Chapter 13 mediations and clients love him!"
"Mr. Branson has impacted hundreds of people's lives in our community, not only in bankruptcy, but also in obtaining mortgage modifications for struggling homeowners in Central Florida. I admire his dedication and strive to follow in his footsteps."
"Mr. Branson and his office are together an established and foundational part of the Orlando area bankruptcy community. He openly and frequently shares his expertise and demonstrates his abilities regularly in court. Mr. Branson's clients are not only well served legally but cared for passionately by that whole office. The community is better with him in it."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Pro se Clinic, Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association
2001
Award of Excellence, Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid Society
1984
Frederick W. and Grace P. Brecht Scholarship., Office for Student Financial Affairs
1982
GCM, ASM, Cert.- Border surveillance, Citation-AORSE, CMD SQDN, U.S. 2nd Cavalry Regiment
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, BransonLaw, P.L.L.C.
2010 - Present
Ch. 13 Mortgage Modification Mediator, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, M.D. FL
1990 - 1995
Partner, Fox, Brewer, and Branson, P.A.
1990 - 2010
Guardian ad litem, Legal Aid Society, Orange County Bar Association
1989 - 2012
Senior Partner, Law Office of Robert Bailey Branson
1989 - 1995
Partner, Baron and Branson P.A.
Associations
2006 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2003 - Present
Sandy Springs Homeowner's AssociationPresident
1994 - Present
Central Florida Bankruptcy Law AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Orange County Bar Association Bankruptcy CommitteeCharter member
2013 - 2015
USBC Steering CommitteeMember
2012 - 2013
USBC Judicial Liaison CommitteeMember
2011 - 2012
Orange County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law CommitteeChair
2010 - 2011
Orange County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law CommitteeVice-Chair
1996 - 1997
The Florida Bar Traffic Court Rules CommitteeMember
1989 - 2010
Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar AssociationGuardian ad Litem
1989 - 2010
The Florida BarMember, Criminal and Family Law Sections
Sample of Legal Cases
Bank of America v. Alexis Lopez
Client saves his home.
In re Aquamarine Usa, Inc., 330 B.R. 280 (Bankr.M.D.Fla., 2005)
Complex Ch.11 litigation
Herring v. Ashby, Case No. 5D03-1281 (Fla. App. 5th Dist. 3/19/2004), 869 So.2d 630 (Fla. App. 5th Dist., 2004)
Father as custodial parent of 1 year old child
In re Kalter, 292 F.3d 1350 (11th Cir., 2002)
11th Circuit Court of Appeals affirms District Ct
In re Miller, 200 B.R. 415 (Bankr.M.D.Fla., 1996)
$10,000.00 in sanctions, $300.00 in fees
In re Smith, 185 B.R. 871 (Bankr.M.D.Fla., 1994)
Sanctions award
In re Sirman, 171 B.R. 403 (Bankr.M.D.Fla., 1994)
Objection to claim of the IRS
Stripped second mortgage of secured status
Client wipes out second mortgage
$25,000.00 sanctions for violation of discharge injunction
Client gets mortgage corrected and damages
Waiver of costs to client in discharge violation action
Waiver of costs for client
State of Florida v. Jones
Reversal by District Court of Appeal
Education
1988
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1985
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
Brevard Community College
Associate of Arts
1980
Central Texas College
Associate
Speaking Engagements
2014
NACTT-Webinar on mortgage modification, presented with Wells Fargo
Mortgage Modification Options
2014
NACTT Conference in Chicago
Mortgage Modification in Chapter 13
2014
ABI Southeastern Conference
Mortgage Modification Programs across the Country
2011
U.S. District Court-Orlando, FL
Chapter 13 Mortgage Modification Mediation
2011
Spring Modification Seminar
Mortgage Modification in Ch.13
2009
OCBA Bankruptcy Committee July meeting
Sanctions in Bankruptcy
2008
Central Florida CARE Program- annually
Teen education on responsible credit usage
2006
University of Central Florida
Consumer Bankruptcy
2006
Newscast Interview
Cyber bullying among children
2003
Newscast interview
Foreclosure defense and multiple Chapter 13 cases
1990
Consumer Bankruptcy Seminars
Overview of Consumer Bankruptcy
Publications
2011
St. Petersburg Times
Federal bankruptcy program works to keep people in their homes
2011
Orlando Sentinel
Bankruptcy helps stop some foreclosures
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
FCRA violation by obtaining credit report without permissible purpose
13 Jan 2010
Q&A
How long does it take for the bank to reposses my home?I have an upside mortgage and a line of credit with another bank?
05 Nov 2009
Q&A
Does my 15 year old son have the right to refuse to go to his dads every other week?
10 May 2008