Thomas Louis Abrams

Thomas Louis Abrams

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 37 years

Chapter 11 bankruptcy Lawyer at Plantation, FL
Practice Areas: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Litigation ... +2 more

1776 N Pine Island Rd Ste 309, Plantation, FL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 40%

I represent corporate and individual Debtors and Creditors in all aspects of Chapter 11 cases, including counsel for the Debtor In Possession . I also handle all aspects of litigation relating to the Chapter 11 case, including appeals if required.

36 years

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 25%

I represent corporate and individual Debtors and Creditors in all aspects of Chapter 7 cases. I also handle all aspects of litigation in the Chapter 7 cases, including appeals if necessary. LITIGATION

36 years

25%
Litigation 25%

I have represented corporate and individual clients in commercial litigation cases since 1988. I vigorously represent my clients and seek to ensure the client has as much information as possible regarding the upside and downside of their case so the best path forward can be chosen. I also seek to provide a reasonable estimate of the costs of proceeding in order for the client to fully evaluate the options, including possible settlement.

37 years

25%
Appeals 5%

I have successfully handled many appeals for cases I have handled in commercial litigation matters and bankruptcy matters. See case references on my profile .

33 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of Thomas Louis Abrams

1776 N Pine Island Rd Ste 309, Plantation, FL, 33322-5235

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Thomas Louis Abrams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Maria | July 16, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

BEST LAWYER I HAVE EVER HAD

Mr. Abrams was in charge of my case and I have to say that he was very professional throughout the process. He provided me with great guidance and made me feel secure with his great level of professionalism. He solved my case so fast that I couldn't really believe it. Of course, with a great outcome.... He was always kept me posted and informed with the status of my case. Sincerely, I have not enough words to thank Mr. Abrams and his staff members. Aside from being a great Lawyer, he is a great human being who will listen and understand your situation and advise you based on your needs. I hope that this testimony helps more people that are in need of a great and honest Lawyer. Thank you again Mr. Abrams for giving me and my family the peace that we were looking for.

Posted by Pam | July 05, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Remarkable lawyer and individual!

Mr Abrams is the most professional, trustworthy person I have ever met. Most lawyers tell you what they think you want to hear while doing what they do best, which is billable hours. This is not the case with Mr. Abrams. He took over an ongoing lengthy litigation that had only resulted in the law...yers getting rich. He did what was in my best interest and negotiated and settled this situation. I cannot express my gratitude to him during a difficult situation. He talked to me with respect and went beyond the call of duty to see the situation to the end even when there was no monetary gain for him. He is indeed a fine lawyer and an example of an exceptional person. Thank you, Mr. Abrams, words cannot express my gratitude to you.

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Thomas Louis Abrams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Julie Hough

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a thoughtful and intelligent attorney, who has garnered the respect of the bankruptcy community. I highly recommend Tom for any bankruptcy matter."

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Alex Rosenthal

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am proud to endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom both personally and professionally for many years. He is a highly qualified bankruptcy attorney who represents his clients very effectively."

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John Moffa

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Shapiro

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Tom on a number of matters and hold him in the highest regard as a professional. Tom is practical, thoughtful, responsive and strives to find creative solutions to often difficult situations. He is an excellent counselor on a wide range of matters ranging from consumer issues to complex Chapter 11 issues."

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Jeffrey Crockett

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Tom Abrams on bankruptcy, commercial litigation and arbitration matters for more than twenty years. His work is excellent, well-reasoned, and cost-effective for the client. I recommend him highly."

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Raul Arencibia

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, without any hesitation or reservation. It has been a pleasure to work with Tom on some significant Chapter 11 bankruptcy matters over the past 10 years. Tom is very intelligent, knowledgeable and responsive. I look forward to continuing to work with Tom in the years ahead."

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John Segaul

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Solomon

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a highly experienced, sophisticated and professional attorney."

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Diane Wells

Litigation lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Tom Abrams. He is a terrific commercial litigation lawyer. We have represented different clients in multi-party litigation and he has handled receiver work in commercial foreclosure cases. He is diligent, smart, and focused on achieving the result needed cost effectively."

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Kenneth Shapiro

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David Lefton

Insurance lawyer

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Julie Hough

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ronald Neiwirth

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Mark Bonacquisti

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Moffa

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Alex Rosenthal

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Peter Shapiro

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Jonathan Leiderman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Raul Arencibia

Litigation lawyer

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John Segaul

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Lawrence Levine

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Alberto Gomez

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Jeffrey Crockett

Litigation lawyer

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Chad Van Horn

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Diane Wells

Banking lawyer

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Jeffrey Solomon

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Robert Bigge

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

1999

Business Man of the Year, Youth Crime Watch of America

1988

Book Award, Florida State University College of Law

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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner, Gamberg & Abrams

1998 - Present

Partner, Thomas L. Abrams P.A.

1994 - 1997

Partner, Berger Shapiro & Davis k/n/a Berger Singerman

1988 - 1993

Associate, Kelley Drye & Warren, LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

Jewish Federation

Attorneys Division

2012 - Present

Bankruptcy Bar Association of the Southern District of Florida

Pro Bono Committee Member

2007 - Present

I Care I Cure

Volunteer

2007 - Present

Anti Defamation League

Voulunteer

2000 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1993 - Present

Bankrupycy Bar Association for the Southern District of Florida

Member

1989 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

1988 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Broward Days

Co- Chair Court Funding Committee

2005 - 2006

Broward Days

Co-Legal Advisor

1995 - 2005

Youth Crime Watch of America

Legal Advisor and Board Member

1983 - 1984

Florida State University

Student Body President

Sample of Legal Cases

FTMI REAL ESTATE LLC and FTMI OPERATOR LLC

In re Statner, 212 BR 164( Bankr. S.D. Fla. 1997)

In re Tertarkin, 2009 Bankr. Lexis 519 ( Bankr. S.D. Fla. 1997)

SDF,Inc. v. Broward Marine

Client awarded 2,600,000.00 and collected full amount plus attorneys fees

Fish v. Dos Amigos

Jury Verdict for client of $548,016.93

Discount Auto Parts

Defense Jury Verdict in favor of Client, Discount Auto Parts

In re Quality Eldercare, Inc.

Confirmation of small business chapter 11 case

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Education

1988

Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

3rd Annual Mortgae foreclosure symposium

BANKRUPTCY OVERVIEW

2011

NUTS AND BOLTS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE DEFENSE

NUTS AND BOLTS OF BANKRUPTCY AND MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ISSUES

2011

ANATOMY OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE TRIAL COURT

BANKRUPTCY TRIAL ISSUES

2010

NUTS AND BOLTS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE DEFENSE

BANKRUPTCY ISSUES / NUTS AND BOLTS

2010

HAMP MORTGAGE MODIFICATION

HAMP MORTGAE MODIFICATION-BANKRUPTCY ISSUES

2010

FORECLOSURE DEFENSE SYMPOSIUM

MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE DEFENSE / BANKRUPTCY ISSUES

2010

ANATOMY OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE TRIAL COURT

BANKRUPTCY TRIAL ISSUES RELATING TO MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE AND STAY RELIEF ISSUES

2009

Nuts and Bolts of Mortgage Foreclosure Defense-- Bankruptcy Issues

Bankruptcy Issues in relation to mortgage foreclosures

Publications

N/A

HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION ISSUES-- CASE PROBLEM Bankruptcy Bar Association Southern District of Florida

Languages

English

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