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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!
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%
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
Foreclosure
20%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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10
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (76)
Debt Settlement (70)
Debt Collection (20)
Foreclosure (15)
Lawsuits & Disputes (14)
Debt & Lending Agreements (8)
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (7)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (5)
Consumer Protection (3)
Credit Repair (3)
Real Estate (3)
Litigation (2)
Social Security Disability (2)
Insurance (1)
Social Security (1)
Tax (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (93)
Practice Area Knowledge (60)
Recommendation (50)
Advocacy (46)
Professionalism (36)
Staff & Support (29)
Cost of Services (27)
Communication Style (23)
Responsiveness (23)
General Knowledge (18)
Compassion (14)
Character & Conduct (13)
Trustworthiness (13)
Payment Plans (12)
Free Consultations (1)
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Posted by Nephtali | November 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
I recommend Arkovich Law
Arkovich Law represented me in a chapter 7 bankruptcy. They were very professional and promptly answered all questions. They made the process simple to understand and accomplish. Special shout out to Angie (paralegal), and Barbara Leon (attorney), who I worked with directly.
Posted by Valerie | October 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Barbara Leon of Arkovich Law
We worked with Barbara Leon on our chapter 7 bankruptcy, she was very helpful, professional and knowledgeable. We had a few questions pop up post discharge and she answered them thoroughly and promptly, even though she was technically no longer representing us which was incredibly helpful. We highly...
Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Best Law Firm to file for Bankruptcy
Christie and Angie made the bankruptcy filing process incredibly easy. There’s a lot of stigma and embarrassment surrounding a decision like this, but they were completely nonjudgmental and supportive. Due to my assets and income, I filed for Chapter 13, and they explained the process clearly every s...
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Studen Loan Experts
We reached out to Christie last year with questions about Parent Plus loan consolidation and options for filing a Permanent Disability Application for my husband. After an initial consultation, my husband hired Christie and her team to represent him in filing for Permanent Disability which was subs...
Posted by Joe | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Incredible outcome for our family
WOW - thank you, Christie Arkovich, for helping us get over $400k in student loans forgiven. Christie amazed us with her knowledge of the Student Loan consolidation, double consolidation and forgiveness options including disability claims. Her hourly rate was the best money I ever spent. My wife a...
Christie Dee Arkovich's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Timothy Owens
Foreclosure lawyer
Virginia Fortunato
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Alison Emery
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Experience
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
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
Westlaw Webinar
Defending Against Foreclosures in Florida
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
Legal Answers