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also known as Joe Colombo
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Joseph Colombo received his B.A. in Literature from Vassar College in 1991, and his J.D. with honors from the University of Miami School of Law in 1997. While in law school, Mr. Colombo was a Dean’s Merit Scholar and a member of the Inter-American Law Review. Upon graduation, Mr. Colombo spent several years at Holland & Knight, LLP, at the time the world’s largest law firm, where he focused his practice on real estate matters. In 2002 he opened his own Melbourne, Florida law firm where he practices primarily in the areas of real estate and construction litigation.
Mr. Colombo currently represents some of the largest developers and construction companies in Central Florida, as well as approximately 40 condominium and homeowners’ associations in Brevard County. Over the past twenty years he has focused his practice on representing homeowners in mortgage foreclosure defense litigation. He has litigated well over 3,000 mortgage foreclosure cases in his career. Mr. Colombo is frequently invited to lecture attorney organizations, homeowners’ groups, etc., throughout Central Florida, regarding foreclosure proceedings and alternative solutions to foreclosure.
In the local community, Mr. Colombo serves as the Brevard County Director for the Boards of Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc. and Legal Advocacy Center of Central Florida, Inc., who, working in tandem, are the largest providers of free legal services for low income residents of Florida.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1997
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2020 W. Eau Gallie Blvd Ste. 106, Melbourne, FL, 32935-3114
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Posted by laura | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding, professional, and wins!!
Very professional, always answers your questions in a timely manner. Along with Caprice they make a great team. All I can say is, he is an amazing lawyer!!!! Highly recommend!!!!
Posted by George | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Five Star Review!
Any legal situation is stressful, and picking someone to represent you can be the hardest part. Selecting Joe was the best decision I could have made. He was able to find resolution with the least amount of stress for me. His communication was efficient, and his abilities were effective. Joe will rep...
Posted by Geraldine | April 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Professional
Mr. Colombo, as well as his office associates, are knowledgeable professionals in their expertise of the law. They are patient, kind, and understanding to their clients situation. I could not have asked for a better attorney to represent my corporation. Mr. Colombo and Associates always responded i...
Posted by Shirley | April 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Mr. Columbo makes an unpleasant task easier for his clients!
This is actually the second time I have hired Mr. Colombo. Seven years ago he helped me legally give my parents' house back to the bank, as I had an emergency situation with my health and had to move to another state ASAP. I was very pleased with him so I rehired him a few months ago to handle an ev...
Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Saved us!
We were in a jam with a tenant that wouldn't leave and a several month's overdue mortgage -- with practically no money for an attorney. Mr. Colombo was able to get our tenant removed (complicated by verbal agreements and "he said/she said" accusations) and pause the foreclosure proceedings until we c...
"I don't think anyone has litigated more foreclosure cases in Brevard county than Colombo. I have friends that used him in foreclosure matters in the darkest days of the he recession. Colombo navigated them to safer waters. His firm is also well regarded for the their involvement in the community."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Joe Colombo knows the law, and is a strong and effective advocate for his client's best interests in all legal matters he takes on - especially in foreclosure defense cases."
"Joe is an outstanding attorney and I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Colombo is a highly knowledgeable and ethical attorney. He is well known for his skills in foreclosure defense and if you are a struggling homeowner, I would highly recommend that you consult with Mr. Colombo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Over the years, we have both opposed one another and worked together. Joe is unfailingly courteous, prepared, professional and sometimes quite funny. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse Joe. He is an excellent lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with him on Real Estate issues and find him to be responsive and knowledgable."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Joe as opposing counsel in a complex real estate case. I have always found Joe to be diligent, hard-working, and a true advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is very conscientious, works hard and always does a good job for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Colombo is a great source of legal knowledge and experience."
"Joe was opposing counsel on a matter I handled several years ago. While he was courteous and polite, he nonetheless fought hard for his client, came to Court with a solid understanding of the facts and the law, and presented his client’s case to the Judge very effectively. In my opinion, I would not hesitate to recommend him to friends or family."
"It is a pleasure to endorse this lawyer's work, as I have had the opportunity to work with many of his clients on collateral issues and the trust they place in him reflects the competence and compassion he puts into their representation. He is an exceedingly effective advocate, and a respected member of our legal community at large."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Joe is a great lawyer who has the respect of his peers in the community. He is a great advocate for his clients."
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Pro Bono Guardian of Justice, Community Legal Services of Mid Florida
2025
Client's Choice, AVVO
2025
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
Client's Choice, AVVO
2023
Client's Choice, AVVO
2022
Client's Choice, AVVO
2021
Client's Choice, AVVO
2020
Client's Choice, AVVO
2019
Client's Choice, AVVO
2018
5.0 out of 5.0 Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
A.V. Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, AVVO
2015
Certified By The Court As An Attorney Fee Expert Witness, 18th Judicial Circuit
2015
Client's Choice, AVVO
2014
Client's Choice, AVVO
2010
Client's Choice, AVVO
2007
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Qualified Guardian Ad Litem, Florida 18th Judicial Circuit
1999
Trial Skills Certificate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
1995
Excellence For The Future Award, C.A.L.I.
1995
Credited Law Professor Research Assistant, University of Miami School of Law
1995
Excellence For the Future Awards, CALI
1995
Dean's Merit Scholarship, University of Miami School of Law
1994
Inter-American Law Review, University of Miami School of Law
2002 - Present
Partner, Mommers & Colombo
2000 - 2002
Associate, Brown, Ward, Salzmann & Weiss, P.A.
1997 - 2000
Associate, Holland & Knight LLP
1994 - 1997
Law Clerk, Peters, Robertson, Lax, Parson, Welcher, Mowers & Passaro, P.A.
1992 - 1993
Language Instructor, Us Army Department Of Defense
1986 - 1990
Teaching Assistant, Vassar College
2018 - Present
Community Legal Services of Mid-FloridaDevelopment Chair
2017 - Present
18th Judicial CircuitAppointed Special Magistrate - Real Estate Cases
2015 - Present
Community Legal Services of Mid-FloridaChairman of Fundraising Committee
2011 - Present
CLSMFExecutive Committee Member
2011 - Present
Legal Advocacy Center of Central Florida, Inc.President of Board of Directors - Brevard County Representative
2011 - Present
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, Inc.President of Board of Directors - Brevard County Representative
2009 - Present
Legal Advocacy Center Of Central Florida, Inc.Board Member
2009 - Present
Community Legal Services of Mid-FloridaBoard Member
2007 - Present
Brevard Bar FoundationLifetime Member
2006 - Present
Florida 18th Judicial Circuit (Brevard and Seminole County)Qualified Guardian Ad Litem
2003 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2002 - Present
Florida Supreme Court Qualified ArbitratorArbitrator
2001 - Present
Town of Indialantic Code Enforcement BoardAttorney
1998 - Present
Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1997 - Present
City of Cocoa Redevelopment AgenciesAttorney
1997 - Present
U.S. District Court - Middle District of Florida BarMember
1997 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Florida Redevelopment AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor SocietyMember
1994 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
1986 - Present
Sons of ItalyMember
2002 - 2004
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of GovernorsGovernor
1997 - 2006
Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of CourtBarrister
1997 - 2007
Association For Retarded Citizens - BrevardVice-Chair of the Board
1997 - 2001
City Of Melbourne FloridaAssistant City Attorney
1997 - 2000
City Of Cocoa BeachAssistant City Attorney
1994 - 1997
Spellman-Hoeveler American Inn of CourtPupil
Client, City of Cocoa Beach, won appeal to Fifth DCA.
Client, City of Fort Walton Beach, won trial.
Dismissal
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
International Law
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1986
High School
2016
Foreclosure Prevention
2015
Foreclosure Proceedings
2013
Homeowners' Association Law
2013
Foreclosure Prevention
2012
Foreclosure Defense Strategies
2011
Summary of New Laws for Chapter 720
2011
Advanced Issues In Foreclosure
2011
Foreclosure Mediation
2010
Foreclosure Proceedings
2010
Foreclosure Process
2009
Residential Foreclosure Proceedings
2005
Jury Selection
1997
The Voir Dire Process
2012
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2011
2010
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