Christie Dee Arkovich

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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

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About Christie

Biography

Bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, STUDENT LOANS, garnishment, debt harassment - free consult.

Stop garnishment, sustainable living, help with student loans, mortgage and bankruptcy relief.

Keep your home and vehicle, sustainable living, help with student loans, stop garnishment.

Stop garnishment, foreclosure, HELP WITH STUDENT LOANS, keep your vehicle and house.

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%
Foreclosure 20%

20%
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

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

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

christiearkovich.com

Online Presence

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Christie Dee Arkovich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

153 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 60 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Amanda K. | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement

Best Student Loan Debt Lawyer!

Christie’s services were referred to me by another attorney and I am so thankful I reached out to Christie. I was able to get right in for a consultation. Don't be put off by the $150 consult fee -- it is worth it! She absolutely knows the case law and anything and everything pertaining to studen...t loan debt (both federal and private). In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, Christie is fair in her pricing and answers any questions you may have – I have even emailed back and forth with her in the evenings. What other attorney offers that kind of service?! I would highly recommend anyone who is struggling with figuring out how to manage their student loan debt, trying to figure out how to settle their loans, etc to reach out to Christie. She genuinely cares and offers very sound advice. Thanks for everything you’ve done for me Christie (she was able to get my private loans settled outside of court for a fraction of what I owed and it’s a manageable payment I will have paid off in 4 years NOT 25+). I am eternally grateful to have worked with you.

Posted by Debbie | December 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement

Finally someone that knows her business!

It was such a relief and pleasure to hire Christie to resolve some very difficult student loan issues. First, I was lied to concerning my parent plus loans stating that if I were to die the loans would pass to my son. She verified that this is not true. I was also told after I consolidated my loan...s that I did not qualify for loan forgiveness as they were for my son, not me. Also not true, but unfortunately I retired and can no longer apply for forgiveness. She was able to get my son set on the right track for getting his loans settled as well. This has been a source of stress for several years, and I finally feel we have real recourse to get these loans wrapped up! Thank you Christie!

Posted by Richard | November 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement

Highly recommend for mortgage problems

We hired Christie Arkovich to help us with a mortgage problem. Another attorney had taken a lot of our time and money and gotten nowhere. Christie was extremely knowledgable and explained our options and the pros and cons of each. When we decided which was right for us, she guided us through the st...eps and always answered our calls and emails promptly. We reached a settlement that we were very satisfied with and thought her fees were very reasonable. She was always very pleasant, encouraging and professional. She's the opposite of all the bad jokes you hear about lawyers!

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2018 | Debt Settlement

Very helpful

I had a recent consult to review past student loan decisions, and make sure I haven't overlooked any options. Peace of mind knowing I've done what I can do and how I can save money moving into life changes,including retirement. Yes, student loans at retirement, and I do need to make a change which c...ould have potentially cost higher payments. Everyone should educate themselves regarding Social Security, income tax , regarding repayment options. Ms. Arkovich even calculated approximate payments under various scenerios-very helpful. I researched her prior to the consult, and highly recommend.

Posted by Mike | May 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Out of Financial Hell

Thanks to a divorce, I was in some serious financial hardship approaching (6) figures for over (5) years when I was referred to Christie Arkovich. Christie and her team immediately took control of my financial nightmare and put me on a road to financial freedom and building my credit back up. It took... (6) years but I was finally able to wipe the slate of debt away and I'm able to rebuild my credit once again. I was able to purchase a brand new car (2) months after my Chapter 13 was closed! I'm committed to NEVER living beyond my means again. Thanks Christie and thanks to Angie, without you two I don't know where I'd be today. God bless

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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

Foreclosure lawyer

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Virginia Fortunato

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Alison Emery

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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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