Christie Dee Arkovich

Christie Dee Arkovich

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure ... +2 more

1520 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL

About Christie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 30%

Obtain a fresh start in only 90 days. This is often the quickest fix for unmanageable debt. Get rid of deficiency mortgage claims and credit card debt. You also don't have to surrender your home or car in a Chapter 7.

30%
Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Christie's team offers unusual solutions to debt related problems such as suing debt collectors under TCPA, FDCPA and FCCPA. Credit card defenses are available for claims by debt buyers who sue without docs and after the statute of limitations has run. Techniques exist to reduce your student loan debt to an affordable payment.

25%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

A Chapter 13 plan allows our clients to pay what is affordable based upon their present income and discharge the rest of the debt. Stops interest, late fees, over limit fees and other charges. Strip liens, cram down investment properties.

15%
Debt Collection 10%

The key to settling or dismissing debt is aggressively pursuing collection violations under the TCPA, FDCPA and FCCPA.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christie Dee Arkovich

1520 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL, 336061807

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Christie Dee Arkovich's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

154 Client Reviews

Showing 146 - 150 of 154 reviews

Posted by JEREMY | May 15, 2013

AWESOME ATTORNEY

Although I had to use Christie for an unfortunate experience, she has made the entire process much easier than I ever expected. Every phone call and email was always returned promptly. She not only answered my questions, she offered guidance which is something that is much more valuable. Even after... my case was done, she still has been available to me every time I call her. Her office staff is also great to work with.

Posted by Regina | May 10, 2013 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

You Couldn't Ask for a Better Lawyer!

I spoke with a few attorneys before choosing one with a slightly lower fee than Christie Arkovich. BIG mistake. Immediately after my meeting of creditors, I could no longer get an email or phone call returned from my attorney. USF, one of my creditors, still had a hold placed on my records and dip...loma, and I was trying to find out if that was a violation of the automatic stay. A perfectly NORMAL inquiry for a bankruptcy client. For weeks, I could not get my attorney to respond to my question, not by email, not by phone, and none of his staff could answer either. I emailed Christie one night after work, and a couple hours later (well after 5pm) she emailed me back with case law that I could give to my attorney to show that the court was leaning hard against universities for withholding records. I couldn't believe she responded to me even after I had hired another attorney! I still could get no response from my attorney so I asked Christie to step in since I had only made a couple of payments towards my Ch. 13. She graciously accepted and she is now my attorney. She has already written to the university and is prepared to file a motion if they don't release my records. Christie will respond to you, often at night after working hours. She is compassionate, knowledgeable of case law and student loan issues and bankruptcy, and I HIGHLY recommend her. Filing for bankruptcy can be scary, you have a lot of questions, and Christie is attentive and timely and you just won't find a better attorney.

Posted by Thomas | March 26, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt

The Best Decision I Ever Made

When it comes to hiring a bankruptcy attorney you better take a lot of time and effort to get the best you can find. I did just that and am sooo happy that I did. I searched on line for weeks until I had it down to just a few names to call and speak with. When I found Christie D Arkovich I was sure t...hat she knew her stuff, but to be truthful I could not be sure that she would work hard for me. At that point all I could do was to try to believe the reviews on her and put my faith in her. She did not promise me what the outcome of my case would be but did give me the options and guidance that I desperately needed. When she represented me in court it was clear that the trustee knew who she was and had respect for her reputation. One day when I was starting to wonder if my case would be put on the back burner I got a call from Erin, her assistant and she went through my process with me and it was obvious that she knew exactly what I wanted to do. From that point on I knew that I was in good hands. My case has not been totally resolved at this point but the parts that have been resolved have been very favorable and I find myself at ease just knowing that Christie is on my side. If I had it to do all over again I would not hesitate to call on Christie and her team again.

Posted by Jim | August 06, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awsome!

Excellent Attorney! She just settled a case for my wife and I and we will be receiving more than seven times the amount that we expected! Highly recommended!

Posted by Bessie | November 13, 2011 | Foreclosure

The Best Foreclosure Lawyer in Tampa

I had a very difficult foreclosure case which also involved predatory lending, and a sinkhole insurance claim . Ms Arkovich was very knowledgeable and persistent, and she kept me informed throughout the long process. She worked with multiple lenders and multiple attorneys for 2 years, and in the end...... I was able to keep my home!!! She is an awesome attorney, who gives her clients a personal touch.

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Christie Dee Arkovich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Janelle Weber

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christie is known far and wide as an authority in bankruptcy, student loans, and consumer matters. She is active in the local legal community and is committed to staying up to date on new developments in her field. She is caring and committed to achieving the best results for her clients."

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Gus Centrone

Unknown lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Christie is a talented, compassionate, and very well-respected bankruptcy and foreclosure defense attorney."

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Betty Jones

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Christie and I met on a case involving roommates who were fighting of assets they accumulated together. Together we worked an amicable solution for the parties. I also know of Christie's remarkable accomplishments as one of the best bankruptcy and consumer attorney in the Tampa Bay area and I refer all of my clients to her for those issues. Christie is a dedicated attorney who works hard for her clients and pays attention to every detail about the case."

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Chip Parker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I went to law school with Christie Arkovich 20 years ago, and we regularly work together to develop emerging strategies in bankruptcy and foreclosure litigation. She is, without a doubt, one of the smartest lawyers I know."

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Alison Emery

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Christie Arkovich, who is a dedicated and experienced consumer attorney. Her membership and involvement with organizations including the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the National Association of Consumer Advocates evidences her commitment to be the best possible advocate for her clients. The Tampa legal community is fortunate to have her."

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Virginia Fortunato

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christie is an experienced and dedicated attorney. She is an active member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. She is a graduate of Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp and uses that knowledge to attack mortgage companies on behalf of her clients."

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Timothy Owens

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christie is a very dedicated advocate for her clients. She is consistently on the cutting edge of legal research and theory and this is an invaluable asset to her clients as well as her fellow attorneys. It is good to see another attorney that truly believe in what she does and care so much about our profession and her clients."

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Robert Stambaugh

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Owens

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Virginia Fortunato

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Alison Emery

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Graduate, Max Gardner Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Bootcamp

Work Experience

1995 - Present

President, Christie D. Arkovich, P.A.

1995 - 1995

Associate Attorney, Ross & Burton, P.A.

1994 - 1995

Associate Attorney, Nixon & Ross, P.A.

1993 - 1994

Associate Attorney, Stanford Solomon, P.A.

Associations

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association

National Employment Lawyers Association

Hillsborough County Bar Assoc. Employment Law Section

Former Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Lysiuk

Full discharge of private student loans

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Education

1992

Stetson University College of Law

J.D. Cum laude

1989

Stetson University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2017

Univ of Tampa

Mastering Your Student Loans

2017

ABI Annual Conference

FDCPA and Student Loans

2016

Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association

Practical Solutions for Student Loans

2009

NELA Conference

Impact of Bankruptcy on Employment

2007

NELA Conference

Bankruptcy Effects in Employment Law

2007

NELA Conference

Choosing Your Arena: State vs. Federal

Publications

2017

TBBBA Cramdown Student Loan Sidebar - column

2016

TBBBA Cramdown ITT Student Loan Remedies

2011

Aspotore book pulication Modifing Mortgages

Languages

English

Activity

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