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Carmen Dellutri is the Founder, and Managing Partner of The Dellutri Law Group, P.A. He is Board Certified in Consumer bankruptcy law. He is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court and Family Law Mediator and a Qualified Arbitrator.
He is a graduate of Edison Community College and the University of South Florida. In 1993, he graduated from Loyola University School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Dellutri clerked for the Honorable Charles Ward, Louisiana Fourth District Court of Appeal. Mr. Dellutri was admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 1993 and the New York Bar in 1994. He also received his Master of Laws (LL. M.) degree from Tulane University School of Law in 1994. Mr. Dellutri became a member of The Florida Bar in 1995. After entering private practice, Mr. Dellutri received his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from Florida Gulf Coast University in 1999.
Mr. Dellutri is licensed to practice in all state courts in Florida and the United States District Courts; Northern, Southern, and Middle Districts of Florida. Mr. Dellutri is also licensed to practice law in United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and the United States Tax Court. Although Mr. Dellutri is not actively engaged in the practice of law in New Jersey or New York, he is admitted to practice law in all state and federal courts in New Jersey, and all state courts of New York.
Mr. Dellutri began his legal career in a small plaintiff's personal injury firm. He represented individuals for claims involving products liability, wrongful death cases, premises liability, automobile and tractor trailer negligence. As the firm expanded, Mr. Dellutri was given the added responsibility of handling consumer bankruptcy cases. In early 1998, Mr. Dellutri started the Law Offices of Carmen Dellutri, P.A.
The Law Offices of Carmen Dellutri, P.A. evolved into The Dellutri Law Group, P.A. as the firm grew from a little office in downtown Fort Myers to our four (4) offices today. Mr. Dellutri actively litigates cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death on behalf of the victims. Additionally, the firm represents consumers in all forms of bankruptcy litigation. Mr. Dellutri is one of the founding members of the Bankruptcy Law Network and its affiliated websites.
Mr. Dellutri is also a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI), the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA), the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA), the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees the Florida Justice Association (FJA), the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA), the American Bar Association (ABA).
Mr. Dellutri encourages each member of the firm to be active in the community. Last year, the firm supported many charitable and civic causes by donating time and much needed capital to our community. Mr. Dellutri and the other attorneys in the firm routinely speak to students and civic groups of all ages about various issues.
PRACTICE AREAS
Bankruptcy
Personal Injury
Consumer Law
Trial Lawyer
EDUCATION
LL.M., Tulane University School of Law, 1994
J.D., Loyola University School of Law, 1993
M.B.A, Florida Gulf Coast University, 1999
B.A., University of South Florida, 1990
JURISDICTIONS ADMITTED TO PRACTICE
United States Court of Appeals - Eleventh Circuit, 1996
United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1995
United States District Court, Southern DIstrict of Florida, 2000
United States District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2000
United States District Court, District of New Jersey, 1993
United States Tax Court , 1999
PROFESSIONAL & BAR ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS
New Jersey Bar Association
Member Since: 1993
New York Bar Association
Member Since: 1994
Florida Bar Association
Member Since: 1995
American Bankruptcy Institute
Member Since: 2000
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy (NACBA)
Member Since: 1998
National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA)
Member Since: 2002
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (AFTL)
Member Since: 1995
Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA)
Member Since: 1995
Florida Justice Association (FJA)
Member Since: 1995
American Bar Association (ABA)
FEATURED PRO BONO ACTIVITIES
Florida Rural Legal - Assisting Farm Workers with consumer law issues.
Are you facing life's many challenges alone? Dellutri Law Group is on your side. We can help today!
Bankruptcy and Debt Defense should always be looked at like a strategy. Call us to help with yours!
Auto, Trucking, Motorcycle, Bicycle, Pedestrian Accident? We can help!
These are known as a reorganization bankruptcy wherein a debtor proposes a plan of reorganization.
These are designed to help the honest, but unfortunate debtor discharge their dischargeable debts.
Our teammates are experts in fighting Auto Accidents, Slip/Falls, Dog Bites, Medical Malpractice...
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
45%
28 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
20%
28 years
Car Accident
10%
28 years
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
10%
28 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Awards
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7
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
The Dellutri Law Group, PA
(239) 939-0588
Fax
1436 Royal Palm Square Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919
dellutrilawgroup.com/The Dellutri Law Group, PA
(239) 216-4111
Fax
4851 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 229, Naples, FL, 34103
dellutrilawgroup.com/The Dellutri Law Group, PA
(239) 939-0588
Fax
18245 Paulson Drive, Suite 103, Port Charlotte, FL, 33954
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Posted by Lori | November 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Frank Fedorczyk
We were forced into Chapter 13, because of negligence of a third party. We utilized all of our financial resources, and our attorney recommended filing bankruptcy. The entire team pulled everything together in record time. The professionalism and dedication, coupled with constant, clear communic...
Carmen Dellutri
Replied last November 21, 2023Thank you do much for this positive review!
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Dellutri Law Group
My good fortune at a very critical juncture in my life two years ago was to hire Dellutri Law Group to handle my Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Filing . I thoroughly investigated all of the 5 Star reviews and it was what was said over and over in those reviews that I thought to myself "This is the Law Firm I ...
Carmen Dellutri
Replied last October 16, 2023Thank you so much for this very kind review! We are so glad that we could help! Please let us know if you have any more legal issues, we can help you solve.
Posted by Michael | May 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Great Bankruptcy Law Firm
Being a Professional Pilot I expect the people I hire for anything to be Competent. I found the Dellutri law firm to be very Competent. They explained everything about chapter 13 bankruptcy. My bankruptcy was recently discharged and the whole process was smooth. Just Want to personally thank Attor...
Carmen Dellutri
Replied last May 31, 2023Thank you so much for trusting us! We really appreciate the review
Posted by Allan | January 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
A Firm You Can Trust
Back in 2020 I found out that I had lost a car accident case that would leave me with a massive amount of medical debt and credit card debt. Additionally I was in the middle of preparing to relocate for work and sell our house. I was facing depression and stress with no light at the end of the tunnel...
Carmen Dellutri
Replied last May 09, 2023Thank you so much for your review
Posted by Jim | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Painless and relieved
It was a blessing to receive Carmen and several other solicitations in the mail after being served papers that you are being sued because the lending institution won't work with you because you fell on hard times. My gut just told me to go with The Dellutri Law Group. They worked with us on the up fr...
Carmen Dellutri's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Dellutri is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney."
"I have known Carmen for some time now. He knows the ins and outs of Florida car accident law. He will shoot you straight about whether you need a lawyer or not. You can get a lot of good information right on his website but if you have been seriously injured in the Ft. Myers area you should give him a call."
"I've known Carmen several years now and have found him to be very knowledgeable about the law and how to help clients. He certainly knows what to do in terms of the law but he also shows great creativity in helping clients -- for example see his resources for stopping drunk driving. His website is a wealth of information -- videos, blog posts, articles, books, etc. If you have questions, then I suggest you go to Carmen and get straight answers. If he can't help you, he'll let you know. But if he can help you, then you'll be very thankful he's on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Carmen one of the premier bankruptcy attorneys in the state of Florida. His efforts are amplified by a top-notch staff. Whenever I have the need for a referral in his jurisdiction, Carmen is my go-to choice!"
"I endorse Carmen as a bankruptcy lawyer because he knows the law inside and out. He is willing to share that knowledge with other lawyers in the fight against banks and debt collectors. I am very grateful for the times Carmen has helped me to solve a problem for a client."
"Carmen is an innovative lawyer in the fight against illegal consumer debt collection. I respect his opinion on many legal issues, including FDCPA, FCRA, TCPA and Florida's Consumer Collection Practices Act."
"My experiences working with Carmen Dellutri have all been positive. He is diligent in his services and promptly communicates with those working with him and the clients who he works for. I endorse Carmen Dellutri."
"I highly recommend Carmen to anyone looking for experienced representation in a bankruptcy matter."
"I endorse Carmen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Carmen is very knowledgeable about bankruptcy -- my office has referred numerous people to him in the past and they always say great things."
"I gladly endorse Carmen Dellutri in the area of bankruptcy law. I had the opportunity to work with Carmen when I was a Staff Attorney for the Chapter 13 Trustee. Carmen was always very well prepared and he represented his clients with a great deal of compassion and professionalism. When I know someone who needs to hire a bankruptcy attorney in the Fort Myers area, I always recommend Carmen."
"Carmen is a consummate professional that provides excellent information and service to his clients. Based on his articles and videos, he understands the needs of his clients and is well organized to serve those needs. Carmen is a top notch attorney."
"Carmen is one of the best bankruptcy lawyers in FL, and he is known nationally as well. His picture does need to be updated, since it appears to have been a few years since that one was taken. He is an active member, and state chair, for the National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys, and a graduate of Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp. He is also a good friend, and well respected in the bankruptcy community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I'm acquainted with Carmen Dellutri because we both attended Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp. Also, Carmen is very active in consumer bankruptcy matters and discussions. I believe Carmen is one of the preeminent consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the U.S."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Carmen for over 10 years. He is loyal, caring, trustworthy, and extremely competent. I highly recommend him for all Bankruptcy, Debt related, and personal injury matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend this attorney. They are extremely well qualified technically and constantly striving to become better educated to provide better professional services for their clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carmen is an eminently conscientious and diligent professional."
Amanda Downing
Personal injury lawyer
David Fineman
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
David Lampley
Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer
Chip Parker
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Christine Thurston
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Stephen Otto
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
G. Golden
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
John Cantrell
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Elias Dsouza
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Kent Anderson
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
James Frazier
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Florida Rural Pro Bono Award, Florida Rural Legal Services
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Founder & Managing Partner, The Dellutri Law Group, PA
Associations
2014 - Present
BNIPresident
2006 - Present
Bankruptcy Law NetworkFounding Member
2000 - Present
United States District Court Northern District of FloridaMember
1994 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
1994 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysChair
1994 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
1994 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Valone v. Waage (In re Valone)
Circuit court confirming that bankruptcy protections are not protections that would prohibit a debtor from claiming section 222.25(4).
DeFrancessco v. Veripo Sol, Inc.
Gann v. BAC Home Loan Sev'g
Florida Second District Court of Appeals reversed the lower court's decision and ruled that the billing statements were, in fact, attempts to collect debt by the mortgage servicer/bank.
Davis v. NCO FIN. Sys.
Federal Court recognized that the two actions sought different kinds of relief, and the plaintiff could maintain both actions despite the fact that they arose out of the same conduct.
In re Russo
The Court ruled that the debtor did discharge such debt.
In re Vandenbosch
Bankruptcy Court Reversed
McClelland v. HSBC Retail Servs
The district court disagreed finding the parties agreed to resolve the fees before the court and found the consumer was unquestionably the prevailing party.
In re Pyatte
In re Jozil
Court Overruled the Trustee's Finding
In re Potgieter
The bankruptcy court overruled the trustee’s objection holding there was no unfair discrimination with the classification.
Welch v. Target Nat’l Bank
Education
1999
Florida Gulf Coast University
M.B.A.
1994
Tulane University
LL.M.
1993
Loyola University New Orleans School of Law
J.D.
1990
University of South Florida
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2009
National Business Institute
Bankruptcy
2008
NACBA 16th Annual Convention
Mortgage Foreclosure Defense
Publications
N/A
459 B.R. 140 2011
In Re Vandenbosch
N/A
436 B.R. 739 2010
In Re Potgieter
N/A
435 B.R. 727 2010
In Re Visintainer
N/A
418 B.R. 432 2009
In Re Haley
N/A
392 B.R. 882
In Re Williams
Languages
English
Spanish
Italian
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