Richard Scot Shuster

Richard Scot Shuster

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 30 years

Insurance Lawyer at Satellite Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Insurance, Personal Injury, Consumer Protection

1413 South Patrick Drive, Suite 7, Satellite Beach, FL

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Insurance 45%

Our firm handles P.I.P. (personal injury protection) /No-fault claims on behalf of medical providers and patients/insureds on a statewide basis.

30 years | 20,000 cases

45%
Personal Injury 45%

Our firm represents car accident victims and medical providers in P.I.P. (no-fault ) claims.

30 years | 20,000 cases

45%
Consumer Protection 10%

Our firm sues debt collectors, mortgage servciers, credit card issuers, lenders and creditors for violations of Fair Debt Collection Pactices Act (FDCPA) Telephone Consumer Protecton Act (TCPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), FCCPA and RESPA.

18 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 400-600 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Shuster & Saben, LLC

1413 South Patrick Drive, Suite 7, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937

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Richard Scot Shuster's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patricia | July 31, 2014 | Foreclosure

Excellent defense team!!

Richard Shuster and his firm protected me from an unfair foreclosure!!! Today they won my case in court!!! I can never thank him and his associates enough!! Great attorneys and they care about real people!!!! Thank you Mr Shuster and Ms Patel!!!!

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.

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Richard Scot Shuster's Lawyer Endorsements

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Evan Rosen

Foreclosure lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Matthew Weidner

Foreclosure lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Adam Sudbury

Consumer protection lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Nicholas Vidoni

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is one of the most respected foreclosure litigators in this state, and his skills adequately match his reputation."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney."

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Matthew Bavaro

Foreclosure lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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James Torres

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an outstanding foreclosure defense attorney. Among the very best in the state."

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Christopher Forrest

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Yechezkel Rodal

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Eugene Castagliuolo

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Thomas Willis

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an outstanding attorney who stands up for consumers against big banks and large insurance companies."

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Brian Lit

Real estate lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Michael Sullivan

Foreclosure lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Julianna Groot

Foreclosure lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Dennis Chen

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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James O'Leary

Insurance lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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David Edelstein

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Carmine Gigliotti

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Chad Barr

Appeals lawyer

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Jared Krukar

Appeals lawyer

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Andrew Pickett

Personal injury lawyer

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Randol Masters

General practice lawyer

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Anne McPhee

Estate planning lawyer

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Manal Tarhini

Insurance lawyer

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Adam Knight

Foreclosure lawyer

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Mark Stopa

Foreclosure lawyer

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Evan Rosen

Foreclosure lawyer

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Daniel Uhlfelder

Foreclosure lawyer

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Matthew Bavaro

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Matthew Weidner

Foreclosure lawyer

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Geoffrey Smith

Government lawyer

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Yechezkel Rodal

Foreclosure lawyer

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Christopher Forrest

Foreclosure lawyer

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Jeffrey Papell

Foreclosure lawyer

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Christopher Johns

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Fischetti

Insurance lawyer

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Lorie Gleim

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

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 Association

Member

2011 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

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

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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

2011

Wall Street Journal Foreclosures Trapped By Law

2008

Florida Law Weekly Supplement Select Medical a/a/o Yolette Jean v. United

Languages

English

Spanish

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