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We can help 9 out of 10 student loan clients who see us. There are solutions! Results range from settlements of 20-50%, dismissals, full or partial discharge of debt, curing defaults, helping people qualify for homes with student loans etc. The tools we use range from creditor harassment lawsuits, bankruptcy, consumer violations etc. Just knowing the difference between federal programs before selecting the wrong one can save tens of thousands of dollars. See our Student Loan Survival Center for more info or our blog.
We also sue debt collectors, file bankruptcies, defend foreclosures, loan mods, obtain debt and garnishment relief. Pretty much anything financial we may have a solution for you!
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Showing 16 - 20 of 20 reviews | Debt Collection
Posted by Jody | June 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Student Loan Rehab
Christie did an awesome job getting me straightened out with my student loans! I had been in trouble with them and trying to make payments for years, and finally was about to give up. Trying to negotiate with the collectors was so hard, and Christie answered a lot of my questions right up front, and ...
Posted by Tom | June 16, 2015 | Debt Collection
Excellent and effective representation.
Christie, and her associates are very effective in pursuing compensation from Companies and Banks that partake in harrassing phone call practices. Your Key to success is keeping detailed phone records for evidence of the harassing practice and hiring Christie Arkovich to represent you.
Posted by Natalie | April 30, 2015 | Debt Collection
An Attorney who cares
When I met Christie, my finances were completely upside down, I had creditors calling me constantly, and life was one big stressful situation. I did some research to find a bankruptcy attorney, and thankfully, came across Christie Arkovich. Her website was very informative and her bio was very impres...
Posted by PS | July 03, 2013 | Debt Collection
Debt Collection & BK
Christie Arkovich knew exactly what we needed and was very helpful during the process of my debt collection case. I also referred her to family for a foreclosure defense and bankruptcy case and they report that she was awesome and would highly recommend anyone going through any of these situations t...
Posted by Regina | May 10, 2013 | Debt Collection
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...
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Christie is a talented, compassionate, and very well-respected bankruptcy and foreclosure defense attorney."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
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.
Former Co-chair
Full discharge of private student loans
1992
J.D. Cum laude
1989
B.A.
2017
Mastering Your Student Loans
2017
FDCPA and Student Loans
2016
Practical Solutions for Student Loans
2009
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Impact of Bankruptcy on Employment
2007
Bankruptcy Effects in Employment Law
2007
Choosing Your Arena: State vs. Federal
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