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Buddy D. Ford, Esquire has an excellent reputation as an experienced business attorney in the state of Florida, as well as in other jurisdictions. Mr. Ford is Board Certified by the American Board of Certification. He has litigated in Federal Court in Las Vegas, Nevada; Medford, Oregon; Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Massachusetts; Wilmington, Delaware; Lexington, Kentucky; and throughout various Federal Courts in the State of Florida. He has represented a wide array of clients from simple to complex business bankruptcy reorganizations; individual bankruptcies' representing Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 Debtors and Creditors. His clients have included, debtors, creditors, committees of creditors, receivers, banks and other lending institutions and trustees.
Mr. Ford clerked for the Honorable Joe Lee, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky and served as a Chapter 7 Trustee from 1987 through 1997 in the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division. He has served as attorney for creditors' committees; served as Chapter 11 Trustee; represented Chapter 7 Trustees; and has administered thousands of bankruptcy cases during his professional career.
His Debtor representation ranges from individuals and small businesses to large corporations, including publically traded companies, hotels and motels.
His Creditor representation has included major lending institutions such as First Union National Bank, N.A.; Barnett Bank; SouthTrust Bank; NCNB; U.S. Bank; and numerous credit unions.
Mr. Ford served as a two-term County Commissioner in Pike County, Kentucky; was the recipient of the Republican Senatorial Medal of Freedom (2004); recipient of the Florida Businessman of the Year Award by the Business Advisory Council of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) (2003); appointed to the Congressional Business Commission (2003); was appointed to the Presidential Business Commission by the NRCC (2004); received the Florida Republican of Year Award from the NRCC (2000); recipient of the National Leadership Award (2000); member of the American Bar Association and National Business Institute.
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1987
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Posted by Michael | April 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Business
Great Leadership and Professionalism
The team at Buddy Ford's practice is thorough, professional, attentive, and extremely knowledgable. Buddy's experience shines through in his leadership of the cases and is perfectly complemented by his team, especially in working with Jonathan Seamch. Unfortunately, my wife and I had to navigate both...
Posted by Wilma | October 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business
Excellent attorney and very detailed oriented.
I would like to say my experience was wonderful and the outcome of my case was as promised. The reception and receptionist was very patriotic and welcoming, it made me feel comfortable. I would highly recommend using Attorney Buddy Ford for all business bankruptcies.
Posted by Ali Benjamaa-Geneva Management, Inc. | November 12, 2013 | Business
Looking to lower your interest rate on your Hotel?
Buddy D. Ford, P.A. represented me in a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, as well as a Business Chapter 11 bankruptcy on my hotel. I am extremely pleased with the results obtained. On my hotel alone, the mortgage was reset to substantially lower my monthly mortgage payment, to a 25 year mortgage with no balloon...
Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2013 | Business
A trustworthy and reliable attorney
I came across Buddy Fords practice upon a referral of a business partner. My experience with his practice was wonderful. From the front office to the paralegals, his office works fast and reliable. My phone calls were answered promptly. Buddy went to the extent of speaking to me even after office...
Posted by Sabatino Cupelli | June 28, 2013 | Business
A Lawyer you can trust to fight for your best interests and win.
Mr. Buddy Ford has been representing my Corporation, Nature Coast Broadcasting, Inc., for almost three years. Mr. Ford stopped an illegal action from a lower court causing my FM Radio Broadcast Facility to be returned to me. Mr. Ford then negotiated a settlement for the successful sale of same. Mr...
"I endorse this lawyer. Buddy is truly one of the preeminent Bankruptcy lawyers in the South. His knowledge of bankruptcy matters is without limits. He has a tireless work ethic and is dedicated to achieving great results for his clients. I highly recommend and endorse him."
"Buddy Ford is an experienced Florida attorney wolkingin the Tampa area where he practices business law, bankruptcy law, real estate and foreclosuer law. The Minnick Law Firm is considering referring cases to Mr. Ford because he is good."
"I have known Buddy for over 5 years. A great bankruptcy practitioner. Very professional and knows the intricacies of the bankruptcy law. I highly reccomend."
"I tried a bankruptcy adversary proceeding against Buddy Ford. Buddy proved to be an ethical and capable adversarywho represented his position with dignity and respect for the process."
"I endorse this lawyer. Buddy For has been serving the community for many years and has proven time and time again that he is a staunch advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Because of his experience, he can "cut to the chase" and resolve issues very efficiently. His associates and staff are top notch as well. I have recommended him many times. Herb Donica"
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top 100 Lawyers, Top 100 Registry
2018
Top 100 Bankruptcy Lawyer - FL, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Recognizing Excellence in Bankruptcy Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Best of Tampa Bay, 2017 Profile Series, Tampa Bay Times
2013
Best of Business Tampa Bankruptcy Lawyers 2013, Small Business Community Association
2013
INDO US, Chamber of Commerce Northeast Florida
2013
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2012
2012 Sustaining Law Firm, Bay Area Legal Services
2004
Presidential Business Commission, NRCC
2003
Florida Businessman of the Year Award, NRCC, Business Advisory Council
2000
Florida Republican of the Year Award, NRCC
2000
National Leadership Award, NRCC
1991 - Present
Owner, Buddy D. Ford, P.A.
1987 - 1997
Chapter 7 Trustee, U.S. Trustee
1984 - 1986
County Commissioner, Pike County, Kentucky
1983 - 1984
Law Clerk, United States Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Kentucky, Honorable Joe Lee
2004 - Present
American Board of Certification - Business Bankruptcy
1987 - Present
Florida Bar
1987 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association
1987 - Present
Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
B.S.
2013
2011
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2008
English
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