Timothy S. Kingcade

Timothy S. Kingcade

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt

1370 Coral Way, Miami, FL

About Timothy

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 29 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1996

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2005

Location

Kingcade Garcia McMaken Bankruptcy Attorneys

1370 Coral Way, Miami, FL, 33145-2960

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Timothy S. Kingcade's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

216 Client Reviews

Showing 156 - 160 of 216 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

My Husband is Smiling Again

My Husband Stopped Smiling. It's NEVER easy for a hard working, honest people to file for bankruptcy. But after years of struggling with a workplace injury, decreased earnings, and a dishonest bank, it was time to make a quality decision. I am so grateful that we chose the Law Firm of Kingcade & ...Garcia!! From the very first interview, it was clear, Mr. Kingcade is no ordinary attorney and his is no ordinary staff!! There is no question Mr Kingcade is a brilliant legal intellect. He is incredibly knowledgable, and very wise to the ways of crafty banks. But, what is most striking is the sincere passion for his work!! One gets the sense that fighting for families in financial straits, is not just a career, but a calling. He truly understands the negative impact financial hardships have on couples and families. His confidence, transparency and availability (he was always just an email away), afforded us peace-of-mind we hadn't had in a long time!! Excellence is not just concentrated behind Mr. Kingcade's desk. It permeates the entire office. It's clear this firm is run like a finely tuned timepiece and it's associates are the clockwork angels, attending to its every, gear and chime! They saw us through every step of the process. Nothing was left to chance. As a result, our bankruptcy was completed according to plan and ahead of schedule! Heartfelt thanks to our Angels: 1. Chrissy, Thank you so much for your kindness and patience, especially when talking my husband down from the rafters!! You're AWESOME!! 2. Tina, Thank you for your quiet, gentle, sympathetic and highly efficient manner. You're an INSPIRATION!! 3. Jessica, thank you for always being available and proactive when our bank tried to pull a "FAST-ONE"!! You're AMAZING!! 4. Erik & Manny, thank you for always being an email away!! Finally, 5. Mr. Kingcade, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, for your graciousness, your kind and respectful attentions towards my elderly Father, and helping put the smile back on my Husband's face! You simply are THE BEST!! In conclusion, it is with great pleasure that our family HIGHLY recommends the Law Firm of Kingcade & Garcia to anyone needing financial relief! Sincerely, -Joanna W.

Posted by LebbieL. | March 04, 2015

Professional, Proficient and Knowledgeable. I highly recommend the Law Firm of Kingcade & Garcia!

From the onset of my case, November, 2014 until I received the final paperwork today, I received absolutely GREAT SERVICE! Attorney Kingcade and his Office staff are very professional, proficient and knowledgeable. They kept me abreast of all aspects of my case. I highly recommend the Law firm of... Kingcade & Garcia.

Posted by Jerry | January 14, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

the only lawyer that ever helped me...

I imagine that any situation that causes a need to declare bankruptcy is probably not fun. .. after drowning in debt what I needed was a big breath of fresh air, and a solution to my debt problem. I went to see Timothy Kingcade and the relief was instantaneous. I finally had a professional with the... experience, talent and the inclination to help me. I had seen the television ads for years, and i knew that Mr Kingcade had ample experience in bankruptcy law. There was never any doubt in my mind that I chose the right attorney. Is really as simple as answering some general questions, providing the info / documents that was asked of me, and let Mr Kingcade and his staff do the work. Mr Kingcade was never farther than an email away for any questions I had. I plan to never need to file bankruptcy again, but I can feel confident in recommending Mr Kingcade to anyone who may need a bankruptcy attorney. Aside from what I mentioned I got a very good feeling that Mr Kingcade is a heck of a good guy. J Stone ,Miami Florida

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great firm to handle a difficult situation

It was an unfortunate situation and very nerve racking order. I was referred to this firm not knowing what to expect. They took their time answered all of our questions and laid out a plan of action that was conducive to our situation. We left feeling very comfortable that our situation was in gre...at hands. They gave very detailed and specific instructions. They were always just an email away. They held our hand through the entire process. I didn't search based on price, however based on the level of service and knowledge.I have no idea if they were under, average or over priced. I will say that whatever it was, Im glad they were the ones handling it. I live in North Broward County and they are not just around the corner from me. However, it was worth the drive. I only had to visit them a few times including the initial consultation. I would highly recommend this firm, not that I wish this kind of situation on anyone. The BK is complete and I am glad its over. They are handling a foreclosure as well and I am glad it with them.

Posted by Willim | November 21, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Actions speak louder than words

What a pleasure it was meeting a true Professional Attorney as Tim Kingcade, After going thru an horrific Chapter 13 process last year, by another attorney and was told by him and many other lawyers that the only way to save my home was by filing a Chapter 13. Well that ended with a dismissal af...ter 6 months, after paying my then attorney his fee and then a court appointed Trustee $250.00 a month for 3 years, I would have walked out of that Chapter 13 owing close to $10,000.00 to this Trustee, if it went thru. As they say, everything happens for a reason. After one initial meeting with Tim, he put all my fears to rest and assured me "he could save my home". I was leary of him telling me everything I wanted to hear after everyone else told me it was impossible and I would have to surrender my home thru Chapter 7. From the time Tim accepted my case at that Saturday mornings consultation, him and his whole Team went to work and took total control of my case. I only had to supply them with misc. paperwork and documents. Tim did exactly what he promised me and to my delight and pleasure, everything went exactly the way he said it would. His Professional Expertise and Knowledge in "Bankruptcy Law" is unsurpassed by others in this field. The Professional manner in which his whole Team conducted themselves is to be commended. To begin with, Bankruptcy is a Life Changing Event and Knowing, "HE WORKS FOR YOU ATTITUDE" is what made this experience a pleasure and gave me Peace of Mind again. He is a man of his word, The only thing he asked of me from the beginning is to be totally honest with him. He will explain all the Pro's & Con's of whatever your situation entails and the proper avenues to be taken. I can not Thank Tim enough for everything he and his Team did for me. I "Highly Recommend" Tim and his Law Firm for any type of Bankruptcy you may be experiencing. Most Appreciative for Everything, William D.

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Timothy S. Kingcade's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aneeta Mishra

Unknown lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Rius

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kingcade for about two years. He is incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He zealously advocates for his clients, and I highly recommend him as your lawyer."

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Kristina Gonzalez

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I've had the pleasure of working alongside Mr. Kingcade for several years. He is an extremely knowledgeable and passionate attorney who always puts the best interests of his clients first. He is the attorney you want at your side if you ever find yourself in bankruptcy, facing foreclosure, or having to deal with harassing creditors. I endorse him without question as my first choice for a bankruptcy, foreclosure, or debt defense attorney."

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Dean Tsourakis

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Burke

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Kingcade. His clear and detailed answers to legal questions demonstrate his superior knowledge of bankruptcy law."

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Stephen Berlinsky

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a fine lawyer and does a great job representing consumers in bankruptcy or foreclosure defense"

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Jonathan Blecher

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Timothy Kingcade is well-known and well-regarded in the bankruptcy community."

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Kevin Benjamin

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ironically I first met Tim as an opposing counsel and we "butted" heads on bankruptcy law, though I am a member of the Florida Bar I was living in Chicago and needed a local BK attorney in Miami to assist me since I would not be able to make court appearances. I asked some attorneys who I trust who I should seek out as the go to BK attorney to co-counsel with me and 2 of them said TIM KINGCADE :-) Well that was a problem I said since he would be the opposing counsel, hahaha. We wound up resolving the matter but kept in contact regarding BK laws, changes, handling certain matters and issues and I have seen him in action when I have visited his office. He knows his stuff, cares about the clients, is organized and follows through."

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Robert Kohlman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tim is a lawyer's lawyer. I have worked with him on many matters and the clients I have sent him have always been happy with his services. In fact, he is the lawyer to whom I refer all my clients for bankruptcy work."

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Gary Iscoe

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. This attorney is by far the most knowledgeable BK attorney in the Country."

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Anthony Comparetto

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer has historically been one of the best bankruptcy attorneys in the State of Florida. Send clients to him all the time. Keep of the good work Tim"

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Thomas Dunn

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raul Arencibia

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Timothy Kingcade for a number of years and have referred him clients. I always hear great feedback regarding his professionalism and one-on-one attention he provides his clients. I find him to be an expert in bankruptcy law and would highly recommend his services!"

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Carolann Swanson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tim for over 20 years and find him to be both ethical as well as vastly experienced in bankruptcy law."

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Marlene Valdes

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Timothy Kingcade. Mr. Kingcade is a very well respected attorney in this community and is known to be a very knowledgeable advocate that serves his clients well."

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Carlos Munoz

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am happy to give my highest endorsement to Timothy S. Kingcade. I have known Mr. Kingcade to be of the finest character and integrity. His dedication to his work and his compassion for all types of people are just two of the qualities that make him a wonderful person. Mr. Kingcade is an excellent attorney who has committed himself to serving his clients at the highest levels of professionalism and proficiency. Through his focus on Bankruptcy, Mr. Kingcade has developed an excellent grasp of the problems and issues concerning debtors."

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Jessica Mcmaken

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked for Tim for 9 years and he is a great attorney, cares about his clients and staff and is an expert bankruptcy attorney."

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Michael Budwick

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tim is a smart, practical lawyer who knows how to get results. I endorse him."

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Keith Diamond

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred numerous clients to Tim and they have been extremely pleased with the result. Tim knows the law very well and is great making a difficult situation palatable."

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Thomas Messana

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim is an experienced consumer bankrupcty lawyer and has served many, many clients well. I endorse this lawyer."

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Dean Tsourakis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Berlinsky

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Scott Brown

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Moffa

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Gary Iscoe

Personal injury lawyer

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John Hamlin

Business lawyer

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Keith Diamond

Commercial real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2005

updated on 11/21/2010

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2004

updated on 11/21/2010

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2021

Client' Choice, Avvo

2021

Best Bankruptcy Lawyers in Miami, Expertise

2021

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Blue Ribbon Panel, Super Lawyers

2020

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2019

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2018

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2017

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2017

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2016

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2016

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2015

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2015

Florida Excellence Award in Legal Services, USCTRI

2015

Top Bankruptcy Attorney 10.0 Superb Rating, AVVO

2014

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2014

Florida Super Lawyer- Consumer Bankruptcy, Florida Super Lawyers

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV-rated, Martindale-Hubbell / Lexis Nexis

2011

2011 South Florida Movers & Shakers Award, Business Leader Magazine

2010

4th in Nation for Number of Ch. 7 Cases Filed- Southern District, 722 Quarterly

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Partner, Kingcade Garcia

Associations

1996 - Present

Kingcade Garcia

Partner

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Sybil Todd, Debtor. (United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida, Ft. Lauderdale Division)

The Court orders that the Plaintiffs Motion is denied in full and the Defendant’s Cross Motion is granted in full.

In re Juliet Bright, Debtor. (United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida)

The Debtor’s motion to reopen the case and redeem is proper. Therefore, it is ordered that Debtor may reopen and redeem the Toyota Camry. The Debtor may not attempt to redeem the value the Debtor attributed to the Toyota in October 2003 of $5,000.00.

In re Sernaque, Debtor. 311 B.R. 632

CitiFinancial’s Motion for Summary Judgment will be denied and the Court will set a further hearing to determine the scope of proceedings necessary to determine the sufficiency of service and notice.

In re Jean, 306 B.R. 708

The prior Confirmation Order stripping off MERS mortgage is not entitled to res judicata effect in this case. Debtor’s Objection to MERS’ Proof of Claim is overruled, and MERS’ Objection to Confirmation is sustained.

In re Baez, 244 B.R. 480

The Court finds, as a matter of law, in a Chapter 13 case, the Debtors are permitted to "strip off" a completely unsecured mortgage encumbering their principal residence.

Monzon, 214 B.R. 38

The TBE Property is not exempt under Statute 522(b)(2)(B) of the Bankruptcy Code to the extent of the joint secured debt and the $378.00 joint unsecured Burdines debt.

In re: Jaime Ensenat and Natalia Ensenat, Debtors. (United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida)

While Mrs. Ensenat’s niece, son and boyfriend may not qualify as the Debtors’ “family” for purposes of the Florida homestead exemption, the Debtors, nonetheless are entitled to claim the homestead exemption for the entire residence

In re: Yelitza Ortiz, Debtor. (United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida, Broward Division)

The Court determines that “age and condition,” be used in determining the ultimate replacement value. Thus, the Court will use the retail repair value for its deduction.

• In re Benedetti, Debtor. (United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida, Miami Division)

Ordered and adjudged that the UST’s Motion is denied.

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Education

1991

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Review Course for Paralegals

Review Course for Paralegals to earn their certified paralegal designation

2011

Bankruptcy CLE Seminar

Consumer Bankruptcy

2009

The Dade County Bar Association’s Seminar On Foreclosure And Bankruptcy

Seminar On Foreclosure And Bankruptcy

Publications

2015

U.S. News & World Report What Happens To Your Debt After You Die?

1996

Florida Bar Journal Trust Fund Recovery Penalty: Personal Liability for an Employer's Failure to Pay Employees' Withholding to the IRS

Languages

English

Spanish

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