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Biography
Chad T. Van Horn, Esq. is a South Florida business leader and founding partner attorney of Van Horn Law Group, P.A. Through a combination of dedicated philanthropy, spirited entrepreneurship and legal expertise, he applies his resources and network to helping people—whether it's through his board leadership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County, his efforts developing startup ventures that bring jobs to the local economy, or practicing bankruptcy law to provide solutions to economic hardship.
Educational Experience
Mr. Van Horn received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and International Business from Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh, PA. While at Robert Morris University, Mr. Van Horn had the opportunity to study abroad at the American University of Rome in Rome, Italy. He continued on to Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law center, where he received his Juris Doctorate was named speaker of his graduating class.
Professional Experience
Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Mr. Van Horn is a Florida Attorney who worked with Brown as a cleark from 2007-2009 and became a managing partner from 2009-2012. He has experience in many different areas in the legal field, particularly in the areas of Business and Real Estate Transactions, Commercial and Real Estate Litigation, Loan Modifications, Landlord-Tenant Disputes, and Personal and Corporate Bankruptcy Law.
Bar Admission
Mr. Van Horn is admitted to the Florida Bar and the United States District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
55%
17 years | 3,319 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
15%
17 years | 1,100 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
15%
17 years | 2,100 cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
14%
17 years | 119 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2022 2021
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Van Horn Law Group, P.A.
(954) 756-7103
Fax
500 NE 4th Street, Suite #200, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (74)
Debt Settlement (17)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (11)
Debt Collection (11)
Foreclosure (7)
Lawsuits & Disputes (7)
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (6)
Business (4)
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy (3)
Debt & Lending Agreements (2)
Class Action (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Credit Repair (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Elder Law (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Intellectual Property (1)
Litigation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Real Estate (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
Tax (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (57)
Professionalism (56)
Recommendation (56)
Staff & Support (46)
Practice Area Knowledge (42)
Communication Style (37)
Responsiveness (36)
General Knowledge (30)
Advocacy (28)
Character & Conduct (27)
Cost of Services (23)
Compassion (19)
Trustworthiness (17)
Free Consultations (11)
Payment Plans (9)
Punctuality (4)
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Posted by Rosemarie | April 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chad Van Horn - Super Lawyer
At my FREE Consultation with Mr. Chad Van Horn concerning my disastrous financial situation, I knew he was the Super Lawyer that I desperately needed. Mr. Van Horn’s professional expertise clarifying the best legal strategy for my situation was beyond comforting, I knew I had HOPE to live a normal li...
Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Always available
Chad was always available the entire time of the case. I used him once for student loan issues then a few years later for an FCRA issue I had against an illegal collection agency.
Posted by Mark | November 06, 2019 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Breathing Room
For over a year I had been seeking a competent lawyer for advice concerning my student loan situation, so I was pleased to finally find the Van Horn Law Group specializing in bankruptcy and student loan resolution. During my first appointment I had a brief meeting with the boss, Chad Van Horn, discus...
Posted by Jeff | October 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Ed loan consolidations, etc.
After a brief pre-qualification phone call with Chad Van Horn I was turned over to Tanisha Samuda who would be working my case. It involved student loans in default, garnishments, etc. Tanisha got all loans consolidated, out of default, and a very low monthly payment based on an income-based repay...
Posted by Gary | October 16, 2018 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Attorney demonstrated concern and understanding; then, provided viable paths of solution.
As an experienced client, I had utilized numerous firms during my career. I had reason to consult an attorney with Mr. Van Horn's area of practice due to future potential litigation. Van Horn was genuine, professional, and most important, knowledgeable re: bankruptcy and asset protection. Addit...
Chad Thomas Van Horn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Van Horn is an extremely diligent, knowlegable, and hard working attorney. He is a credit to our legal community. He genuinely cares about obtaining the best result for his clients."
"Mr. Van Horn and his law firm provide excellent results for their Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 individual and bankruptcy clients."
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"Chad is a highly capable and attentive Attorney. I had the pleasure of working with and learning from Chad for a number of years and the experience I gained is everlasting. Great guy. Great Attorney. Highly recommended for any Bankruptcy and debt related issues!"
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"Mr. Van Horn is a dedicated attorney with a strong understanding of bankruptcy law."
"Mr. Van Horn is a knowledgeable attorney and experienced counselor in debt and foreclosure matters. He truly cares about his clients and the results speak for themselves. I have and will continue to refer clients to Mr. Van Horn. I highly endorse him and the work of his firm."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Chad is very sincere and knowledgeable."
"I have worked with Mr. Van Horn on numerous bankruptcy matters. He is always very knowledgeable and professional. I have even referred close friends and family to Mr. Van Horn, as I trust his work and know that they will be well taken care of."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has developed a great practice."
"Great to work with. Very ethical. Creative mind. Very personable."
"Mr. Van Horn is a very personable, knowledgeable attorney and I enjoyed working with him. I endorse this lawyer and would recommend him to those seeking assistance with bankruptcy or related issues."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Russell E Carlisle Advocacy, Legal Aid Of Broward County
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Superstar Pro Bono Attorney, Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Inc
2014
South Florida's Top Rate Lawyers, Legal Leaders
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer Florida Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
LegalGuru.com Contributor, Bankruptcy Contributor
2012
Overall Client Rating 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Avvo Top Bankruptcy Contributor 2012, Avvo.com
2012
Avvo Clients' Choice 2012, Avvo.com
2011
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney, LawInfo.com
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founding Partner, Van Horn Law Group
2009 - 2012
Partner, Brown, Van Horn P.A.
2006 - 2009
Realtor, Oasis Realty Group
2005 - 2007
VP of Marketing, Millennium Financial Group
Associations
2014 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2013 - Present
Big Brother Big SisterBoard of Directors Legal Advisor
2013 - Present
Big Brothers Big SistersBoard Member
2013 - Present
BBBS Swing for Kids SakeCommittee Member
2012 - Present
Solo and Small Firm Section of Broward BarMember
2012 - Present
Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South FloridaVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
Legal Aid Service of Broward CountyVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2011 - Present
Big Brother, Big SistersBig Brother
2011 - Present
American LegionMember
2011 - Present
Avvo.comContributor
2011 - Present
Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitMember
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2009 - Present
Florida BarMember
2008 - Present
Nova Southeastern Alumni AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Habitat for HumanityVolunteer
2005 - Present
Robert Morris University Alumni AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
Bankruptcy Bar AssociationEvent Sponsor
2013 - 2015
Jeb Bush Florida Classic BeachBashCommittee Member
2012 - 2013
LegalGuru.comContributor
2011 - 2013
National Association of Chapter 13 TrusteesMember
2003 - 2005
Sports Management SocietyPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Chapter 7 No. 12-14018
Client received discharge in Chapter 7 proceeding.
Chapter 11 Case No. 11-10720
Chapter 11 Plan Confirmed
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-13211
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-13163
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-14208
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-13351
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 11-45650
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 11-43996
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case No. 11-39397
House was saved
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-11888
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 Case No. 12-13412
Clients debt was discharged.
Chapter 7 No. 12-14018
Client received discharge in Chapter 7 proceeding.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Case No. 11-11088
Chapter 11 Plan Confirmed
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Case No. 10-27286
Plan Confirmed
Adversary Case No. 08-01591
Plaintiff was awarded for amount of damages in a default judgment
Education
2008
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Juris Doctorate
2005
Robert Morris University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing
N/A
St John's University School of Law
N/A
American University of Rome
Speaking Engagements
2015
Broward County Bar Association
Bankruptcy and Family Law
2013
Community News and Review
Bankruptcy and Debt Options
2012
Solo and Small Firm Section of Broward Bar
Bankruptcy, Foreclosure and Student Loan Debt
2011
Radio Appereances
Debt Options
2009
Justice Hour
Bankruptcy
Publications
2010
Quarterly Newsletter
Bankruptcy Law Newsletter
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can i use a deceased person name to pay my utility bill
08 Sep 2018
Q&A
Should she make a one time payment to Sallie Mae to postpone legal action, or let her loans go into default?
21 Oct 2014
Q&A
What is the statute of limitations in WI for a credit card debt?
23 Sep 2011