Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 & Foreclosure Defense! Offices in Winter Haven and Haines City. We accept payment by cash, debit card, check, money orders or zelle.Stop Mortgage Foreclosures , provides an opportunity to repay missed mortgage payments over a five year period or enables homeowners to obtain a modification of their mortgage through Court Ordered Mortgage Mediation.Chapter 7 eliminates personal liability for most debt, stops garnishments, cancels judgments, enables people to restore or retain their drivers licenses, cancels some IRS Debt. Start your financial life again with the relief provided by Chapter 7.Don't let the banks and mortgage lenders take your home without asserting your legal and procedural rights.
OFFICES IN WINTER HAVEN & HAINES CITY. I truly enjoy helping people. One of the things I like about bankruptcy law, is that the bankruptcy court is a court of relief. The focus is on giving people a fresh start in life, it is not adversary in nature as is most civil court proceedings. Please call me for a free consultation by phone or in person.
Practice areas
I have averaged 200 consumer clients a year, since 1989. Chapter 7 cancels judgments, credit cards, hospital bills, liability for auto accidents, personal liability for secured and unsecured debts and even some income tax liability.
23 years, 2,615 cases
A portion of my bankruptcy practice is filing chapter 13 cases to enable clients to save their homes. People who dont qualify for Chapter 7 can filed Ch 13 and repay debt at reduced interest rates without late charges.
265 cases
I have represented homeowners defending Mortgage Foreclosure Cases since 2004. Previously I had represented Lenders for 20 years foreclosing residential mortgages. Generally Chapter 13 offers the most relief.
18 years, 866 cases
Languages spoken
English
The Berlinsky Law Firm, PA
501 Avenue S, NW
Winter Haven, FL, 33881
The Berlinsky Law Firm, PA
21 South 2nd Street
Haines City, FL, 33844
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1969 | 05/16/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2022 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Service award for Serving as City Councilman | City of Clermont | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | The Berlinsky Law Firm, P.A. | 2008 - Present |
Attorney | Stephen Jeffrey Berlinsky, PA | 2005 - 2007 |
Attorney | Roger D Bear, PA | 1999 - 2004 |
Attorney | Neal S. Litman, PA | 1997 - 1999 |
Sr. Ethics Spec & National Ethics Program Mgr | Resolution Trust Corporation | 1992 - 1996 |
Ethics Officer | Resolution Trust Corporation | 1990 - 1992 |
Managing Attorney - Foreclosure Dept. | Fried & Slachter | 1988 - 1990 |
Associate Attorney - Manager Foreclosure Dept. | Broad & Cassel | 1985 - 1988 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2007 - Present |
Ethics for America, Inc. | Executive Director | 2003 - Present |
Clermont Downtown Partnership | Former President | N/A |
Code Enforcement Board, City of Clermont, Florida | Chairman | 2004 - 2006 |
Congregation Sinai, Inc. | Vice President | 2004 - 2006 |
Florida Bar | Chairman, Landlord Tenant Committee | 1977 - 1978 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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www.EthicsForAmerica.org | Introduction to Public Employees Ethics Training | 2006 |
www.EthicsForAmerica.org | Gifts to Federal and Florida Public Employees | 2006 |
www.EthicsForAmerica.org | Conflicts of Interest re Public Employees | 2006 |
www.EthicsForAmerica.org | Misuse of Public Position | 2006 |
www.EthicsForAmerica.org | Employeement and Post Employment Ethics Issues | 2006 |
Continuing Legal Education Dept. of The Florida Bar | Introductory Chapter, Florida Sales Transactions | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Miami School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1969 |
University of Miami | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Annual Conference Ethics in Government | Automated Data Tracking Systems | 1993 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In Re Crisalie Dela Cruz Fitzpatrick 6:14-bk-1690-KSJ | Chief Judge Karen S. Jennemann overruled trustee and allowed objections to be claimed by debtor |
In re: Kehoe, 6:11-bk-14120 ABB | Judge Briskman, overruled trustee |
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Theodore Deutsch, Unknown Attorney on Oct 9, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Berlinsky on cases and referred cases to him when he was in the South Florida area. He was conscientious, well liked and successful in his work.
Oleg Otten, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer.
Theodore Deutsch, Unknown Attorney on Oct 9, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Berlinsky on cases and referred cases to him when he was in the South Florida area. He was conscientious, well liked and successful in his work.
Oleg Otten, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer.
Ali Yousefi, Unknown Attorney on Jan 17, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Other
I not only endorse this lawyer. I give this lawyer 5 stars!
Sean Cleary, Debt settlement Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Denise Martinez Scanziani, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Berlinsky. I am impressed by his responses to AVVO Q&A. He is thorough and shows a depth of knowledge.
Kevin Benjamin, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 19, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together in the past and I know Steve is always on top of the bankruptcy laws and procedures as well as foreclosure defense. He is always looking out for his clients.
Joseph Shoemaker, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 17, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for a number of years and he has always been very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended.
Timothy Kingcade, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Berlinsky is an extremely competent bankruptcy and foreclosure defense attorney. I recommend him highly.
Anthony Comparetto, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 13, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Berlinksy has a unique ability to help people navigate the complex issues around bankruptcy and debt matters