Michael S Hoffman

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Michael S Hoffman

4.8
14 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at North Miami Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Litigation, Business ... +3 more

909 N Miami Beach Blvd, North Miami Beach, FL

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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

20%
Litigation 20%

20%
Business 15%

15%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 15%

15%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

15%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Pro bono

2 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A.

909 N Miami Beach Blvd, North Miami Beach, FL, 331623712

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Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A.

6750 North Andrews Avenue, Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

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Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A.

422 Fleming St., Key West, FL, 33040

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Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A.

82681 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL, 33036

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Michael S Hoffman's Reviews

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Posted by NFeliz | April 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Absolute Best!

What can I say about Michael Hoffman and his firm Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti that hasn’t already been said! Michael Hoffman is the absolute best and I cannot thank him enough for literally giving me a fresh new start. I never thought I would ever be in bankruptcy but I suddenly found myself overwhelmed... by debt in a case with complex circumstances. Mr. Hoffman’s vast knowledge and experience, his legal expertise, professional ethics, wise guidance and his extraordinary work; got me through a very difficult stressful process with resounding success. I greatly appreciate Mr. Hoffman’s honest advice, diligent effort, and patience. From the very beginning, Mr Hoffman fully explained the bankruptcy process and from the moment I first met with him and his Team, I was confident I had made the right decision in choosing Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti P.A. for my case. I was referred to Mr. Hoffman who has an excellent staff and his assistants Kristen and Caroline are extremely attentive and professional at all times. Their kind patience and support were also key in helping me navigate the process. I’m fully confident you’ll always be in the best hands with Michael Hoffman and his firm, 100% recommended. The best! N Feliz

Posted by Robert | August 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Bankruptcy Attorney in South Florida

Over a four-year period of unfortunate incidents, we found ourselves being swallowed by our overwhelming finances. We never wanted to have to resort to filing bankruptcy. It wasn’t something we wanted to do, but it was inevitable. Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Two different atto...rneys affiliated with my brother’s firm recommended Michael Hoffman and said he was the best bankruptcy attorney in South Florida. From my first call to Michael I knew he was a consummate professional with an excellent knowledge of the federal bankruptcy laws and the Florida statutes as it relates to them. He was accessible, professional, patient, and advisory. When we met with Michael in person he explained the process and took the time to answer all our questions, and concerns. The plan to file Chapter 13 was realized and the process began. Going forward Michael, and his staff were available to assist us with any question related to the documents they required from us, so they could prepare the petition to the bankruptcy court. Once Michael filed with the court, about a month later we went before the Trustee, accompanied by Michael, and all went as Michael had described. Recently we received notice our Chapter 13 has been accepted by the court. Since receiving that news, we feel like we can breathe again, free from the worry and uncertainty of our financial future. This all happened without a glitch thanks to Michael’s professionalism and expertise, along with his qualified staff. He knows the court system and how this works. He didn’t let us down. I find him trustworthy, competent, and as his referrers stated, the best bankruptcy attorney in South Florida.

Posted by Maria | March 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best Bankruptcy Attorney Ever!

Michael Hoffman’s legal expertise and strategical intelligence gave me my life back. I never thought I would ever have to file bankruptcy – especially at my age, but after a few bad business decisions, there was no other option. Michael Hoffman made this extremely difficult time in my life more pa...latable. His team was extremely competent and thorough and walked me through the entire process. The amazing part of this is that another attorney tried instilling fear in me about my financial situation and told me that certain things couldn’t be done. A friend of mine connected me with Michael Hoffman and after talking with him, I fired the other attorney. Michael was able to make all the things the other attorney said couldn’t happen come to fruition. Through this situation I learned that you must hire an attorney that specializes in his craft – they are not all created equally. Michael Hoffman is hands down the best.

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Mr. Hoffman helped me through a very trying and confusing time. His knowledge, insight and responsiveness was responsible for making my case as go very smoothly. Mr. Hoffman accomplished for me exactly what I needed him to. I am so grateful To have worked with him. Now, some eight years after s...aid case, another related legal item has cropped up and is causing me distress, confusion and potentially a large sum of money. Mr. Hoffman had immediate recall of the facts and how to they would apply to this new situation. I appreciate that Mr. Hoffman takes the time to think and talk through these matters with me and then guides me until we collectively find our strategy. In this case he immediately had total recall of the situation and assured me that my outcome will be solved satisfactorily. What a relief to have Mr. Hoffman handling this piece for me again. Each time I talk to Mr. Hoffman, he always takes the time to ask about me and my life, understand my goals and my situation, and always goes the extra mile to help me understand and feel comfortable so that we arrive at the right solution for me. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Posted by ilia | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate Care and Guidance

Our family was part of the 2008 financial bubble. Gas prices went up to $4+ per gallon and our credit cards tripled their monthly minimum payment. I was commuting over 100 miles for work daily and on weekends. Our family made 6 figures net yet could not put food on the table. We decided to go into st...rategic default and pay off our creditors one at a time, however our home needed a sudden AC repair to avoid black mold infestation. We had no credit so we used the money that would have gone to 3 mortgage payments to buy a new AC. One thing led to another including banks not wanting to help us recover, creditors stopped negotiating with us and my employment dropped to part-time. We were referred to Michael from our Foreclosure attorney and he took care of us through the 5+ year process. I highly recommend his services. Everyone in his office has been fantastic. Thank you Michael for being so compassionate and knowledgeable about the law.

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 15

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"It is always a pleasure working on cases with Michael. Very knowledgeable on the bankruptcy law, processes, and court procedures. Extremely courteous, highly intelligent, professional, and caring. Goes the extra mile to get things accomplished. I highly recommend Michael to all my friends, family and colleagues."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer 2020 for Business Bankruptcy, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

International Moot Court Board, Jessup Competition Chair, University of Miami

Associations

United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida

Local Rules Committee,

United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida

Student Loan Program Committee,

United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida

Lawyer Advisory Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Miami Beverly, LLC, 608 B.R. 574 (Bankr. S.D. Fla. 2019)

Thompson v. Y & M 18, LLC, 2019 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 154217 (Bankr. S.D. Fla., September 9, 2019)

Coltefinanciera, S.A., et al. v. Hane (In re Hane), 2018 Bankr. LEXIS 4076 (Bankr. S.D. Fla. December 27, 2018)

In re Maison Grande Condo Ass’n, 425 B.R. 684 (Bankr. S.D. Fla. 2009)

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Education

2007

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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