Michael Reed Barnett

Michael Reed Barnett

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 40 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

1120 E Kennedy Blvd UNIT 231, Tampa, FL

About Michael

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 34%

Representation of consumers and small businesses, board certified in consumer bankruptcy law by American Board of Certification since 1993.

41 years | 500 cases

34%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 33%

Representation of consumers and small businesses, board certified in consumer bankruptcy law by American Board of Certification since 1993.

41 years | 500 cases

33%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 33%

Representation of consumers and small businesses, board certified in consumer bankruptcy law by American Board of Certification since 1993.

41 years | 500 cases

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1985

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Michael Barnett, PA

1120 E Kennedy Blvd UNIT 231, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Posted by Steven | January 26, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great at his job

Due to becoming disabled I found myself looking for relief.After checking many different sources I realized that bankruptcy would be the only out for me. I checked around and settled on Michael as my attorney. He was so knowledgeable, proficient and communicated the process to me at every step of the... way.Filing bankruptcy was a traumatic event for me, but Michael made the process as painless as could be. I would recommend him to anyone that find themselves hitting rock bottom with no way out. Thanks Michael for a job well done. No surprises or hassle.

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"Brilliant attorney with extensive knowledge in his field. I have relied on his advice on many occasions, and I recommend his services without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Pro Bono Service Award, Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association

Work Experience

1985 - 1992

Partner, Isaak & Barnett

Associations

2005 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

member

2000 - Present

Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association

member

2025 - 2026

Middle District of Florida Pro Se Assistance Clinic, Inc.

President 2025-2026

Education

N/A

University Of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College Of Law

law

Speaking Engagements

2017

What Everyone Should Know about Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Chapter 12 Farm,Ranch, Fisherman bankruptcy

2015

Judge McEwen's Mentoring Program

Best Practices Communicating with Clients

2014

Consumer Luncheon

Chapter 12 Bankruptcy

Publications

2012

Aspatore Book publication Strategies for Consumer Bankruptcy Appeals (co-author)

2005

Analysis of changes under 2005 bankruptcy law 1017 checklist

Languages

English

Activity

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