Omar Javier Arcia

Omar Javier Arcia

4.0
Rating: 2.5

Licensed for 30 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Miramar, FL
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Bankruptcy & Debt, Consumer Protection ... +2 more

3350 SW 148th Ave Ste 405, Miramar, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Omar

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Foreclosure 65%

Foreclosure Defense and aggressive representation of homeowners against lenders attempting to collect on predatory loans. Also includes loan modification negotiations

65%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

Representation of clients in Chapter 7 and 13 consumer bankruptcies, including stripping of second mortgage and other liens.

15%
Consumer Protection 10%

Representation of homeowners in mortgage fraud cases against lenders.

10%
Contracts and Agreements 5%

Litigation of contract disputes and settlement of collection matters.

5%
Real Estate 5%

Title services and legal representation at closings and short sales.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

The Arcia Law Firm, P.L.

3350 SW 148th Ave Ste 405, Miramar, FL, 33027-3257

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Omar Javier Arcia's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 35 reviews

Posted by tomas | September 23, 2014 | Foreclosure

Tomas

I want to take a moment to thanks Arcia Law firm and specially Mr. Omar Arcia who won the case of foreclosure again my House on December 2013 after 4 long years of fitting with the bank. Arcia Law firm were very professional and informative on the phone and answering e-mails making the best decisio...ns for the case. Arcia Law firm is the best example of what team can accomplish.

Posted by Juan | September 22, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Godinstance

The most knowledgeable attorney I have ever met. A bulldog in the courtroom, never backs down, yet very respectful and professional. He is a surgical blade in dissecting the arguments brought on by the plaintiff. He was able to have our case dismissed using the aforementioned comments.

Posted by Doreen | September 22, 2014 | Real Estate

Arcia Law Firm

Arcia Law Firm was the best Law Firm I could have used. My case turned out better than I could have imagined. I was able to keep my home and significantly lower my mortage. They are all such professionals and I have personally referred three people I know to Arcia Law Firm.

Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Grateful

The Arcia Law Firm as a whole was exceptional. From the litigation department to the loss mitigation department, they all always provided comfort throughout this very long and emotionally draining process. After having spent money on two previous attorney who promised the world and under delivered, I... am grateful to have found an attorney and staff that was brutally honest, under promised and over delivered. Thanks to the Arcia Law Firm for helping me save my home.

Posted by Emmanuel | September 11, 2014 | Debt Settlement

Great firm!

I strongly recommend Mr. Arcia, he has a lot of years of experience and his staff is great! I was able to get a loan modification within a few months. The department was very helpful and returned my calls immediately. Very grateful for this firm.

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A great bankruptcy attorney. Very knowledgeable, professional and caring. I highly recommend to all my friends, family and colleagues."

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Experience

Rating:  2.5 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2024

updated on 05/28/2024

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2006

updated on 04/11/2013

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Omar’s comment:

“Suspension NOT as a result of a client complaint, but rather a financial dispute between lawyer and his former employer. No complaint to the Florida Bar by any client against Mr. Arcia in 18 years of practice. Fully Reinstated, in good standing and no complaints by any client.”

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2003

updated on 04/11/2013

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Omar’s comment:

“Suspension NOT as a result of a client complaint, but rather a financial dispute between lawyer and his former employer. No complaint to the Florida Bar by any client against Mr. Arcia in 18 years of practice. Fully Reinstated, in good standing and no complaints by any client.”

Honors

1997

Admitted to Practice, United States Court Middle District

1997

Admission to Practice, United States District Court Northern District

1996

Admitted to Practice, United States District Court Southern District

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Founding and Managing Partner, The Arcia Law Firm PL

2000 - 2003

Partner, Omar J. Arcia PA

1995 - 2000

Associate, Zarco & Associates

Associations

Broward County Bar Association

South Broward Bar Association

Florida Bar

Cuban American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Ocwen Financial v. Castro

Case Settled -- Client received a satisfaction of mortgage and home free and clear

Freezetone Products v. Latour Sr.

Jury Verdict in Favor of Plaintiff, all damages doubled by Judge

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Education

1995

Florida State University College of Law

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Fight for Your Home Seminar Creator and Speaker

Publications

1996

Journal of Transnational Law & Policy War Over the Airwaves: US and Cuban Views on Transnational Broadcasts

1995

Florida State University Law Review Mandatory Pro Bono Legal Services in Florida

N/A

Our City Weston, Davie Town Times, Plantation Town Times, Miramar Town Times, Pembroke Pines Town Times Editor and Contributor to Monthly Column "Legally Speaking"

Languages

Spanish

French

Activity

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