Mark P. Stopa

Mark P. Stopa

4.2
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 23 years

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

2202 N. West Shore Blvd, Suite 200, Tampa, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Mark

Biography

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Fees and Rates

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

Stopa Law Firm

2202 N. West Shore Blvd, Suite 200, Tampa, FL, 33607-5749

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Mark P. Stopa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

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... for people who need a lot of hand holding by an attorney. My wife and I continued our life and our career during this interval, putting money aside for other things. On Valentine's Day 2017, we finally had our day in court with Mark Stopa himself representing us. He won the case for us giving us our house back free and clear. I can't say enough about Mark and his staff attorneys and his office team. He is a class act and his team is a reflection of his integrity and dedication. If you need a foreclosure attorney with talent and skill for the task., Mark Stopa has what you need.

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. ... He was highly recommended to us & charging us for every little thing at $300.00 an hour and we finally figured out he really didn't know what he was doing at all by doing our own research. Then after 1.5 years, the first attorney just tells us to give the house back!! Thankfully, we found Mr. Stopa. We will always be grateful!

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...r. You get what you pay for and every person including myself has never paid Mark more than his standard fee under 2k a year and that's not even. Retainer that other lawyers charge. You don't get nickel And dimed I have a lawyer who charges $70 just to send me a email,! If Mark needs to talk with you he does but in the end he can't help everybody if he is stuck talking to clients. I have never met. Person who spends more of his own free time and actually cares than any lawyer I have met. Mark is not perfect but he is helping so many so before you throw a stone ask yourself if you are helping the thousands he is and with As far as I can see the best record in the country. I also give kudos to Matt Weidner for his dedication.

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...5. I have once again came back to the firm that so well handled my case last time. Bill

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...hering this people when you call to inquire about your case as if is free. I know is not a lot we paid, but darn at least show you care and you will fight. I regret hiring his firm, I may loose my house. They are telling me to try and get a loan modification, REALLY!! I am so pissed is not even funny. People do not trust all the things he says on his blog and social media. people think he is God gift to homeowners, NOT. Good luck to all if you hired them.

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Mark P. Stopa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chip Parker

Foreclosure lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Richard Shuster

Foreclosure lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Kurt Lee

Foreclosure lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Evan Rosen

Foreclosure lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Jesse Tilden

Foreclosure lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Richard Mockler

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Matthew Weidner

Real estate lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Christopher Forrest

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Aggressive and smart. I would recommend Mr. Stopa to my own friends and family."

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Richard Mockler

Family lawyer

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Christopher Forrest

Foreclosure lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Disbarment issued in FL, 2019

updated on 01/02/2020

This 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 11/15/2018

This 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 02/12/2015

Public 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 08/06/2014

Public 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.

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Trial Attorney, Stopa Law Firm

2002 - 2008

Trial Attorney, BRDW

Education

2001

University of Florida College of Law

Juris Doctor

1998

Wake Forest University

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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