F. Scott Fistel

F. Scott Fistel

also known as Scott Fistel

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 36 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Credit Repair, Foreclosure

1451 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Suite 300, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

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Fistel Law Group, P.A.

1451 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Suite 300, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

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F. Scott Fistel's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Carly | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wasted a year no results no Atty just messenger- no file return. Statute is up?

They have had my case for almost a year. little to no contact, unless I initiate it. Most responses by text from “assistant” or someone else. Few to no continued updates. Get a letter saying statute MIGHT be up? Requested copy of file via text and email- nothing. No one ever ANSWERS the phone. Maybe... a messenger calls? No file.. wasted my time.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Case won twice !!

Scott Fistel is one of the top attorneys in the South Florida area. He provided me with dedicated, personal attention and ensured that every aspect of my case was analyzed in specific detail. Mr. Fistel, routinely stayed in contact with me reassuring that my case was under constant review. Due to hi...s knowledge and skill level he was able to have my case get the best possible outcome ! . His professional and confident demeanor instilled a sense of relief during an extremely challenging time about to loose my home. Thank you , our family appreciates you.

Posted by Oswaldo | July 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

I recommend Atty. Fistel if you want to save your house

Just when I thought that I was about to lose my property, Fistel Law Group gave me great hope. What I liked about Atty. Fistel was that he did not make false promises. He explained to me all the possibilities for foreclosure defense and what would be the scenario for my case. I chose litigation and l...oss mitigation options for my case. I did not want lose my condo. He gave me the chance to choose the best option for me, and he saved me and my home when I was about to give up. It is very rare these days to find and honest Attorney who will fight your case as it was his own house. Thank you Mr. Fistel!!!

F. Fistel

Replied last July 03, 2016

Oswaldo, Thank you for the kind words. I'm so glad we were able to resolve your case to your satisfaction. I believe this was a great win win for both your and the Bank since they realized they had a difficult case if they took your case to trial. Thanks again for being a loyal client.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

BEST ATTORNEY!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! WON MY CASE!!

In 2008, my home went on foreclosure and I hired a few attorneys to handle my case. I felt it was becoming a lost cause because of the lack of knowledge I had about the whole process. The attorneys I hired didn't update me much and left me more worried than secure. That feeling of losing your home is... freighting as many people faced it and I didn't want to be an addition to the statistic. My plan was to find an attorney that will not only do a great job, but also make sure that my family and I kept our home which we love. I researched and found attorney Scott Fistel. The day I came to the office his staff was kind and professional. I met with Mr. Fistel and he walked me through everything and gave me his strategy plan. The man meant business!! So we hired him. After 5 years of battling with the banks, Mr, Fistel planned on moving forward to voluntarily dismiss the case on lack of standing. I was extremely confident he would succeed even with a chance of failure, but we had to take the chance. I went to court with him and he kept me calm thought out the whole trial. He was against two of the corporate attorneys of the bank on our case. At the end his argument was so well prepared and effective that WE WON our home!!! The judge dismissed the case and granted the dismissal!! The case was over!! The home is ours and we were filled with unlimited happiness!! He went against a major corporation and defeated them! One man and his team! My family and I are completely grateful and proud of Mr. Fistel. If you are going through the same thing, I urge you to hire him! You won't regret it! Karla

F. Fistel

Replied last July 03, 2016

Karla, Thank you for the wonderful review. I am so proud that we were able to have a successful result on your case. You have been a great loyal client and I am proud to have served you. Thank you again

Posted by Jim | August 02, 2010

knowledgable and dependable

I found that Mr. Fistel took the time to listen and understand my situation. He didn't just 'shoot from the hip' but rather analyzed the specifics and details of my particular case.

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F. Scott Fistel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nardo Dorsin

Foreclosure lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"F. Scott Fistel is a unparalleled litigator and negotiator. I've seen him first-hand in trials, depositions, and other hearings representing the best interests of his clients in seemingly impossible situations. However, with his grade of his experience, he somehow reaches a favorable judgment or settlement for his client. He puts other lawyers to shame."

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Ross Greenberg

Litigation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Scott on multiple occasions and he is an excellent attorney. He is thorough and always prepared."

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Lisa McCue

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He and his staff are hard-working professionals, and they clearly care about their clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

America's most honored professional, American Registry

1997

Advocate of the Year, Broward County Office of Equal Opportunity Human Rights Division

1996

Gubernatiorial Appointment, Florida Council for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

1995

Certificate of Appreciation, Lighthouse for the Blind

1994

Certificate of Appreciation, South Florida State Hospital/HRS

1993

Advocate of the Year, Broward County Office of Equal Opportunity Human Rights Divison

1993

Board Member Special Recognition, Broward County Advisory Board for Persons with Disabilites

1993

Certificate of Appreciation, Lauderhill Kiwanis Club

1991

Certificate of Commendation, Broward County Court Mediation and Arbitration Program

1988

Certificate of Commendation, Broward County Mediation and Arbitration Program

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Shareholder, Hurricane Action Legal Team PA

2003 - Present

Shareholder, Fistel Law Firm PA

1990 - Present

Mediator/Arbitrator/Hearing Officer, Broward County Court Mediation/Arbitration Program

2003 - 2009

Shareholder, Fistel and Associates PA

1989 - 2003

Shareholder, F. Scott Fistel PA

Associations

1994 - Present

Bar for the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

1994 - Present

11th Circuit Court of Appeals

Member

1989 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Bar for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

Bar for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Member

Florida Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

1995 - 2000

Deaf Service Bureau of Miami Pro Bono Project

Chairman

1993 - 2004

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1992 - 1995

School Board of Broward County Minority Business Enterprise Committee

Member

1991 - 1996

Broward Independent Living Center

Chairperson of Personnel Committee

1990 - 2009

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

1989 - 2007

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Foreclosure

Case Dismissed

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Education

1987

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2009

Garfield Continuum

Presenter and Panelist at the Foreclosure Defense Workshop held on April 19, 2009, in Orlando, FL

1996

Southern Regional Conference of the National Lawyers Guild

Americans with Disabilites Act:Five Years Later

1995

Statewide Training for VR Associates

Update on Legal Rights and ADA Compliance Issues

1994

One Day Seminar on the ADA

The Americans with Disabilites Act of 1990, A Continuing Obligation

1994

Know your Legal Rights under the ADA

Lets Talk About the ADA and Legal Rights of Deaf and Hard of Hearing People

1994

Florida Oral Annual Convention

Your rights under the Americans with Disabilites Act (ADA)

1993

Arts Accessibility: The Challenge is Ours

Americans with Disabilites Act

1993

Americans with Disabilites Act Workshop

Reasonable Accommodations and Undue Hardships-What do these terms means

1992

National Deaf Awareness Week

Employment Rights and Responsibilities for Deaf and Hearing Impaired People

1992

Learn about the ADA

Implementation of the Americans with Disabilites Act(ADA)

1992

How to get your city into ADA compliance

ADA Compliance

1992

Americans with Disabilites Act;Know your obligations

Overview of the Americans with Disabilites Act and how it affects State Government

1992

ADA: Public Accommodations

Learn How to Implement the ADA In Your Organization

1992

ADA: How it affects you

Americans with Disabilites Act: Consumer Education and the Law

1992

ADA Rights and Stroke Victims

Americans with Disabilites Act

1992

ADA and your obligations

Americans with Disabilites Act as it relates to Executive Directors

Publications

1995

The Miami Herald Disabilities law takes hold

1995

The Herald Easing the way for disabled still a feat

1994

Broward Review Four years after law's passage, disabled people find doors still shut

1994

Sun Sentenial Seminar delivers guidance on enforcing rights of disabled

1994

The Goods The law is on the side of disabled Americans

1993

The Miami Hearld Law means hope fo disabled

1993

The Miami Herald Companies praised for efforts to accommodate disabled

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

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