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Richard Scot Shuster
About Richard
Biography
Legal Interests: Consumer Protection
Hobbies: Visiting famous and hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants, photography, travel, Gator Football
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Insurance
45%
30 years | 20,000 cases
Personal Injury
45%
30 years | 20,000 cases
Consumer Protection
10%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 400-600 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Shuster & Saben, LLC
1413 South Patrick Drive, Suite 7, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937
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Richard Scot Shuster's Reviews
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Posted by Marina | October 19, 2012 | Foreclosure
The best lawyer to have on your side.
We hired Mr. Shuster right on the spot after discussing our case with him. Our previous attorney made it look like he was working for us, when in fact he was just filing empty motions and delaying the inevitable. He even advised us to give up and lose out home. During our first meeting right off the ...
Posted by Lee | October 14, 2012 | Foreclosure
One of the best foreclosure defense attorneys in Florida
Mr. Shuster has represented me for the past one and a half years in 3 foreclosure matters. I have been in the mortgage industry as a CEO and I believe he is highly informed in all matters of foreclosure defense as well as consumer protection laws.I have known a lot of real estate attorneys over the y...
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2012 | Foreclosure
The Best in Foreclosure Defense...plain and simple
If you want someone in your corner that cares, Mr. Shuster is the lawyer for you. He represented our family in a foreclosure case this past year and to date, he has given us the best possible results. I highly recommend him.
Posted by David | February 23, 2011 | Foreclosure
Superbly Defended Against Foreclosure
I am recommending him to everyone I know and anyone else who will listen. I felt safe in his judgment on the case, confident of his ability to negotiate, if necessary. SAFE is the important word here - he was protecting me from stuff that the bank and their crowd in Tampa were pulling. The ban...
Posted by Karen | November 19, 2009 | Foreclosure
Finally found a knowledgeable attorney to represent me in a unique foreclosure case
Foreclosure can be a scary and confusing process for someone who has never went through it. I finally feel I've found someone who has enough knowledge and experience to represent me in a less than ordinary foreclosure I case I'm faced with. Since my case is unique I spoke with several attorneys befo...
Richard Scot Shuster's Lawyer Endorsements
"Having been in a foreclosure defense attorney since the start of the crisis, I have been able to observe and work with many so called foreclosure defense attorneys. It has been my experience that most of these attorneys lack the experience, ability and the drive to properly represent their clients. I routinely see attorneys at trial throwing in the towel and taking "uncontested" or consent judgments because they either don't know what to do or because they don't care. It's disgraceful. Richard, on the other hand, is an experienced and very knowledgeable litigator on the cutting edge. From the outset, I have collaborated with Richard on numerous ideas and concepts. I have borrowed pleadings from him and because of his fine work, I was successful in suing a bank! Richard is a pioneer in the field and I highly recommend him."
"I have known and respected Richard for several years now and recommend him very highly to all potential clients. A client needs an attorney who is willing to go the distance and never let up....Richard's considerable track record shows that he is just such an attorney. Dedicated, passionate and very, very knowledgeable, he's the guy you want on your side."
"Although I do not know Mr. Shuster personally, his thoughtful and detailed contributions in the Avvo community clearly set him apart from his peers as a knowledgeable, diligent, and competent consumer advocate. I would recommend him to any client needing representation in the areas of foreclosure defense or consumer protection."
"Richard is one of the most respected foreclosure litigators in this state, and his skills adequately match his reputation."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney."
"Richard is well known in the community as a top-notch litigator. He is diligent and hard working and really cares for his clietns and their cases."
"Richard is an outstanding foreclosure defense attorney. Among the very best in the state."
"In the community of lawyers who devote their careers to representing the interests of homeowners and consumers, there is a small group of exceptional lawyers who aggressively stand up for the rights of Floridians against banks and debt collectors. Richard Shuster is one of these exceptional lawyers. If you are considering hiring an attorney in the Melbourne area, do yourself a favor and speak to Richard first. As a foreclosure defense attorney familiar with the work ethic and work product of many lawyers throughout Florida, I can confidently recommend Shuster and Saben as one of the best firms in the business."
"Richard is extremely knowledgeable and he is the lawyer that lawyers turn to. I have personally benefited from his years of experience and friendly, sage advice."
"I endorse Richard after consulting with him recently about certain consumer law issues I was facing. My consultation with Richard was on a professional basis, lawyer-to-lawyer, and he was uncompensated. I found Richard to be very helpful, very generous with his time, and very knowledgeable. I also learned from my experience with Richard that he is a very active and successful foreclosure defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an outstanding attorney who stands up for consumers against big banks and large insurance companies."
"Richard Shuster is a consummate professional whose opinion I value greatly. I often rely on Mr. Shuster's Legal and Business acumen when serving the needs of my own clients. It is refreshing to have such a supportive attorney in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Richard is a tremendous advocate for his clients. He has worked tirelessly on behalf of the victims of this economic downturn. His results in foreclosure defense have been nothing short of extraordinary. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Richard and I worked at the same firm years ago. Richard is a bright and hard-working attorney that diligently pursues his client's goals."
"I have known Richard for over twenty years since our days at the University of Florida. He is a first class person and top notch attorney. He has built a tremendous practice holding insurance companies responsible for carrying out their contractual and statutory legal duties. If you are a health care provider in need of assistance in ensuring your auto litigation patient's bills are timely and fully paid, you should definitely contact Richard Shuster."
"Richard is one of those rare lawyers who you feel you need to have a pen and pad of paper when you speak to him, just so you can write down all of the dead-on advice he gives you when you seek his counsel. Not only is Richard smart, he is conscientious, studious, and above all, ethically beyond reproach."
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Experience
Honors
1991
U.F. Student Government Executive Director of the Year, University of Florida Student Government
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner, Shuster & Saben, LLC
2001 - 2004
Partner, Parwaresch & Shuster, LLC
1998 - 2001
Associate, Pyszka, Blackmon, Levy, Mowers & Kelley
1997 - 1998
Associate, McCollough & Glary
1995 - 1997
Associate, The Winter Law Firm
Associations
2014 - Present
Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc.Director
2011 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2009 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
1995 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bank of New York v. Montgomery
Defense Judgment
US Bank v Walker
Won Foreclosure Appeal in 5th DCA
Bank of America v. Brevard Homeowner
Foreclosure Action Dismissed
Chase v. Brevard Homeowner
Obtained dismissal of foreclosure action
PNC v. Peckham
Motion to Dismiss Granted
Bank of America v. Aventura Condo Owner
Homeowner won trial by directed verdict
Bank of America v. Brevard County Homeowner
Banks Case dismissed
Milennium Diagnostic a/a/o Sira Lopez v. Progressive Express Insurance Co.
Fees awarded against Carrier for Dr. Depo
Education
1994
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
1991
University of Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Underwater Divorce: What Family Law Lawyers Should Know About Foreclosure, Loan Modification and Short Sales
Foreclosure & Divorce
2014
Regional Consumer Advocates Meeting
Attorney Fee Issues in Consumer Litigation
2013
Space Coast Community Law School
Foreclosure Defense
2013
Panel Discussion at Montly Meeting of Women’s Council of Realtors
Life After Short Sales and Foreclosures.
2013
Foreclosure Trial Workshop
Foreclosure Defense Attorney Fees
2012
Space Coast Community Law School
Foreclosure Defense
2010
Indian River County Board of Realtors
Foreclosure Defense 101
2009
Fountains H.O.A. Board Meeting
Homeowner Association Issues
Publications
2013
Portfolio Media (Law360)
Atty Marshall Watson Faces Suspension Under Fla. Bar's Foreclosure-Mill Deal
2011
Wall Street Journal
Foreclosures Trapped By Law
2011
Tampa Bay Times
Confusing lawyer fees complicate foreclosure battles
2009
Florida Foreclosure Defense Blog
Foreclosure Rescue Scams: How to Tell a Helping Hand from a Hand Grenade
2009
Time Magazine
Florida Look At New Ideas For Battling Hurricanes
2008
Florida Law Weekly Supplement
Select Medical a/a/o Yolette Jean v. United
Languages
English
Spanish
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