$ 250-350 per hour
Ronald Scott Kaniuk
also known as Ron Kaniuk, Ronald Kaniuk
About Ronald
Biography
About Ron:
- Attorney with Nearly Twenty-Five (25) Years' Experience.
- Licensed to Practice in State Courts of Florida, New York and New Jersey and U.S. Federal Courts in Florida, NY, NJ, TX and Delaware.
- Double-Degree Graduate of St. John's University School of Law (Queens, NY): Law Degree (1996) and LL.M. (Master of Laws) in Bankruptcy (2002).
- Proud Graduate of Northwestern University (Evanston, IL) - Class of 1993. Go Cats!
- Law Practice Focuses on Representing Individuals and Small Businesses (and if I can't help, I can make a referral to Another Attorney in My Network).
- Offers Hourly and Flat-Fee Billing (especially for my Corporate Concierge Business Clients).
- Member of Board of Directors and Executive Committee (Vice Chair of Legal & Governance) for the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce.
- Former President and Board Member for My Homeowners' Association.
- Married (18 Years) with Three (3) Children.
My Law Practice is Focused on Helping Individuals and Small Businesses, including, but not limited to, the following:
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Consumer Law, including, but not limited to, Debt Collection Litigation; Debt Consolidation & Negotiation; Foreclosure Defense; Consumer Bankruptcy; Landlord & Tenant Matters; Lemon Law; Timeshare Exit Claims.
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Business and Corporate Law, including, but not limited to, Business Formation and Organization; Business Operations; Business Governance Documents; Contracts and Agreement; Equipment and Property Leases; Buying and Selling a Business; Employee and Independent Contractor Agreements; Employment Manuals and HR Issues; Breach of Contract; Business Disputes and Litigation; Collections and Bankruptcy (Debtor and Creditor Issues). I invite Small Business Owners to Ask Me About My Flat-Fee Annual Corporate Concierge Program.
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Real Estate and Related Matters, including, but not limited to, Residential Leasing Issues and Landlord & Tenant Matters; Purchase & Sale of Residential Real Estate; Commercial Leases and Landlord & Tenant Matters; Purchase & Sale of Commercial Property; Mortgages; HOA and Condominium Law Matters; Evictions & Foreclosures; Title Insurance; and Miscellaneous Real Estate Matters.
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Wills & Related Matters, including, but not limited to, Wills & Trusts; Powers of Attorney; Advanced Health Care Directives and Related Documents.
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Urgent Disaster Relief Issues, including, but not limited to, assistance with Coronavirus Disaster Relief Claims; Storm & Mold Claims.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Real Estate
30%
10 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
10 years
Business
15%
10 years
Foreclosure
15%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 28 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 28 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Kaniuk Law Office, P.A.
1625 S. Congress Avenue, Suite 103, Delray Beach, FL, 33445
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Ronald Scott Kaniuk's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Richard | October 10, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Review of legal services rendered by Mr. Ronald Scott Kaniuk
If anyone should decide to use the legal services of Mr. Ronald Scott Kaniuk, kindly consider my feedback. I am writing this review on behalf of my wife JRS. JRS used the services of Mr. Ronald Scott Kaniuk whom she asked to create a will for her back in 2017. Not only did he not complete her will pr...
Posted by Shawn S | July 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Communication
Attorney Ronald Kaniuk assisted me with several real estate transactions. He is honest, bright and diligent. While most attorneys are not the best at returning calls, Mr. Kaniuk goes the extra mile in returning calls and explaining everything. He is a terrific attorney.
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very helpful
Ronald was referred to me by a friend. I needed some legal advice and he pointed me in the right direction. He was Very helpful – I would highly recommend his services.
Posted by Emiliano | April 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Super Knowledgable
Mr Kaniuk has always been very knowledgable and attentive to the needs at hands providing excellent, easy to understand legal advise that has only assisting the issues at hand in a positive way. A wonderful resource, attentive, and very easy to work with; a good man to have in your corner.
Posted by David | April 9, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
A+ Attorney!
Not only is Ron exceptionally well-verses in his specific areas of practice, but he is an outstanding civic leader with a commitment to being a source of contribution and providing value to the entire community, both personal and professional, that he engages with. I highly recommend him!
Ronald Scott Kaniuk's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ron for so many years. Great Lawyer, and great person. Well respected, knowledgeable and personable."
"I have known Ron for over 5 years. Very knowledgeable on various areas of the law. it was a pleasure working with him as opposing counsel. A true gentleman and a professional. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is passionate and enjoys the practice of law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kaniuk is a well-respected expert in Florida Real Estate law."
"Mr. Kaniuk was excellent attorney when he represented consumer debtors and homeowners. He went on to become a commercial litigator and creditor's attorney at a larger law firm. Nevertheless, he puts professionalism first and it makes a positive difference for both sides when negotiating on behalf of a creditor."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Ron for 19 years. He is a passionate advocate and he has a range of multi-state experience to draw upon to help his clients. I endorse him."
"Ron and I have crossed paths several times while being active in our respective practice areas. I have come to respect his expertise, passion for the law and for representing his clients. Floridians are lucky and well-served with this attorney on the watch!"
"Ron is a dedicated, hardworking and knowlegable advocate for his clients."
"Ron Kaniuk is my go-to referral for foreclosures in South Florida and bankruptcy issues in both the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida. He consistently gives sound advice on bankruptcy issues and knows bankruptcy procedure cold. I highly recommend Ron to my own clients when they are in need of bankruptcy assistance, and he provides me with excellent guidance as well."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is the consummate professional and a very capable attorney."
Lori Patton
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2002
Binyan Leadership Award, UJA-Federation of New York
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney / Owner, Kaniuk Law Office, P.A.
2012 - 2016
Attorney, Private Law Firms--South Florida Area
2009 - 2012
Founder and Co-Managing Partner, Ricardo, Wasylik & Kaniuk, P.L.
2004 - 2008
Attorney / Owner, Law Office of Ronald Scott Kaniuk, P.A.--New York, New Jersey & Florida
1997 - 2008
Attorney, Private Law Firms--New York Area
1996 - 1997
Bankruptcy Law Clerk to Hon. Marvin A. Holland, U.S. Bankruptcy Court--Eastern District of New York
Associations
2008 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
New York State Bar Association
Member
Palm Beach County Bar Association
Member
2015 - 2016
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationChair--Community Association CLE Committee
2010 - 2012
Broward County Bar AsociationChair--Foreclosure Committee
2006 - 2008
Craig S. Barnard American Inn of CourtMember
Education
2002
St John's University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1996
St John's University School of Law
Juris Doctor
1993
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Foreclosure 911
Current Foreclosure Issues -- Monthly/Recurring Event
2009
Economic Town Hall
Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, Economic Crisis
Publications
2009
Aspatore Special Report: Florida Foreclosure Defense Strategies
Florida: The Foreclosure Capital of the Country
1996
9:1 NEW YORK INT’L L. REV. 85
European Perspectives on Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide
1995
JOURNAL OF THE 1995 J. WALTER MCKENNA PUBLIC FORUM ON CRIMINAL LAW
CASE REVIEW, VOL. 26, NO. 1
1995
8:2 NEW YORK INT’L L. REV. 133
Zoneheath Associates Limited v. China Tianjin International
1995
JOURNAL OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL LAW SECTION OF THE NEW YORK STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
Alaska Sport Fishing Association v. Exxon Corp.
Languages
English
Activity
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