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Acquired: 2002
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
2202 N. West Shore Blvd, Suite 200, Tampa, FL, 33607-5749
4700 Millenia Blvd, Suite 175, Orlando, FL, 32839-6015
10151 Deerwood Park Blvd, Bldg 200 Suite 250, Jacksonville, FL, 32256-0566
1560 Sawgrass Corp Pkwy, 4th Floor, Sawgrass, FL, 33323-2858
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Real Estate
Posted by JIM | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Successful Foreclosure Case
We hired Mark Stopa and his team in 2011 at the start of a Foreclosure suit that threatened our home ownership. For a reasonable yearly fee allowing 5-6 hours of service each year. We were satisfied that the suit had been postponed for over 6 years by the plaintiff bank. Also, Stopa's law firm is not...
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
An excellent attorney
Mark Stopa & Staff have been on our side from day one. Like some of you have said, his fees are reasonable, so you shouldn't be surprised if you don't get calls right back as so many people need his help. Those of you who are nay sayers should have had the attorney we had before we found Mr. Stopa. ...
Posted by Ricardo | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
He is a one Man Pitbull
Mark has represented me on over 6 cases and have had all of the tossed out some multiple times. He is one person and I agree the office at times can be very bad at communication they handle thousands of cases. Nobody is funding him for all these 2DCA and other cases he does them for you the home owne...
Posted by William | April 05, 2015 | Real Estate
Highly Reccommend Mark Stopa
I was served foreclouser papers in April 2013 and Mark Stopa got my case dismissed and delayed, in a very professional manner. I love this firm and highly reccommend anyone that has problems with staying in their homes. My mortage was sold and now I am facing another foreclosuer case in March of 201...
Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2014 | Real Estate
Never will I recommend him.
I will never recommend him to anybody again, he has failed me and 2 people I recommend. His staff tells you we are in the discovery period just to find out that now they are telling me is hard to win my case in my county. What a BS, I do not think he fights for his clients, it feels as if you are bot...
"Mark's AVVO rating is a reflection of a questionable disciplinary proceeding. He has been a target of the judiciary because he speaks truth to power, but it has to be done. In fact, Mark Stopa may be the best foreclosure litigator in the entire state. I have seen him do some truly legendary things. I never hesitate referring possible clients to Mark because I know they will be in excellent hands."
"The AVVO rating score Stopa received is due to a formual used by AVVO that lowers ratings for any bar discipline. Stopa is a lawyer who pushes back. He called out a judge on the record when the jduge was sending and receiving tect messages in tghe middle of a foreclosure trial. At least one Judge pushed back against Stopa with a complaint to the bar. This rating does not reflect the hundreds of cases Stopa won by summary judgment or at trial. It does not reflect that he has won more foreclosure appeals for consumers than any lawyer in Florida...I would not hesitate to refer family member to him.. Stopa is a talented, exceedingly hardworking, and effective foreclosure defense lawyer with tenacity and guts. I have personally watched him argue complex foreclosure issues and have read his published orders. When I get calls from prospective clients with cases in Tampa, St. Pete, or Sarasota, (counties that I do not practice in), Stopa is one of three or four I regularly recommend."
"Mark is a strong advocate for homeowners facing foreclosure. Mark is not afraid of a challenge and has a strong presence in a courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
"It doesn't get much better than Mark Stopa when it comes to litigation and appeals. He's smart, aggressive and he deeply cares about his clients and their cases. I highly recommend him."
"Mark Stopa is an exceptional attorney who fights hard for his clients. His knowledge of the mechanics of foreclosure defense and his passion for defending the rights of those facing foreclosure is unsurpassed."
"Mark is an excellent attorney who works hard representing people who are often facing their most challenging times. I am happy to refer clients to Mark and often give his information to my own clients when they need to deal with a difficult lender."
"Mark is an exceptional lawyer who fights hard for his clients and stands up for what he believes in. In these troubling times, you need a tough lawyer ready to fight for you....Mark is certainly someone you want on your side!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Aggressive and smart. I would recommend Mr. Stopa to my own friends and family."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Disbarment issued in FL, 2019
updated on 01/02/2020This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Florida Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2018
updated on 11/15/2018This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2014
updated on 02/12/2015Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2014
updated on 08/06/2014Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
2008 - Present
Trial Attorney, Stopa Law Firm
2002 - 2008
Trial Attorney, BRDW
2001
Juris Doctor
1998
Bachelor of Arts
English