Mark Martella

Mark Martella

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 37 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Port Charlotte, FL
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Estate Planning, Foreclosure ... +2 more

18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 304, Port Charlotte, FL

About Mark

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

We handle Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy Filings to help those facing the stress of mounting bills, harrassing creditors and forclosing banks.

33 years

50%
Estate Planning 20%

We help people with our family protection planning so tht when unexpected life events happen, you have the right documents in place to do what needs to be done to help your children, grandchildren and spouse. We also assist with wealth planning so more of your assets go to your family and not your creditors or lawyers. Make sure you ahve the right plan in place with a complimetary consultation and asset review.

26 years

20%
Business 10%

We help businesses succeed in the new economy by providing business advice concerning contracts, business practices and marketing. We also form start-ups by forming their business entity. We also represent purchasers and sellers of businesses.

33 years

10%
Foreclosure 10%

We represent individuals facing foreclosure to assist them with defending the foreclosure action. We also provide guidance with short sales, modifications and ways to keep their home in bankruptcy through modification of the loan or stripping off a second or third mortgage.

33 years

10%
Probate 10%

The passing of a loved one is an emotional and chalenging time for all of us. Trying to figure out what to do with the assets and bills and navigate the probate jungle can be daunting. We assist family members by providing them the guidance they need to handle thier loved one's affairs after they are gone and do our best to take away the burdern of the legal issues involved.

19 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Martella Law Firm, P.L.

18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 304, Port Charlotte, FL, 33948

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Mark Martella's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mary | June 04, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Genuinely Kind and Understanding

My husband and I have worked with Mark over several years for some business and personal issues, including bankruptcy. Through the difficult financial and personal problems we have faced, Mark has been genuinely kind and understanding. His knowledge and guidance have made these times far less painf...ul than anticipated and his staff never fails to impress us as well. As owners of several businesses over the years, we have been in situations that have required us to retain an attorney. Never, ever, have we felt so comfortable and "protected" as we have with Mark and his staff. He has truly been a blessing in our lives. We have, and will continue with confidence, refer clients to Mark's firm.

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Mark Martella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Albert Tiseo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I confidently refer all debtor bankruptcy matters to Mr. Martella. I have received nothing but positive feedback from all clients referred to Mr. Martella. He is a great advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ernest Sturges

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mark on several matters. I refer all bankruptcy matters and conflict cases to Mark. I have known him Mark both personally and professionally for over 10 years and find him to be knowledgeable, professional and highly skilled."

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William Sunter

Business lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked in the community and in the courtroom with Mark. He is a fine lawyer that is passionate about helping his clients."

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Jason Goldman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Our law firm does not handle bankruptcy matters. However, when we receive telephone calls for bankruptcy assistance, each and every caller is given Mr. Martella's name and telephone number. He is incredibly knowledgeable, efficient, and sympathetic towards all of his clients. Mark is highly respected by his peers. I give him the highest endorsement possible."

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James Scarmozzino

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a highly skilled lawyer in the areas of bankruptcy,real estate and probate.I would wholeheartedly recommend this attorney to my friends, clients and colleagues without reservation."

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Francis Leontitsis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albert Tiseo

Litigation lawyer

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William Sunter

Litigation lawyer

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Ernest Sturges

Real estate lawyer

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Jason Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Scarmozzino

Personal injury lawyer

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Francis Leontitsis

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Partner, Martella Law Firm, P.L.

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Wotitzky, Wotitzky & Ross, PA

1992 - 2006

Partner, Corrado & Martella

1990 - 1992

Associate, Sauer McCloskey & DelMauro

1988 - 1990

Associate, Horn Kaplan Goldberg Gorny & Daniels

Associations

Charlotte County Bar Association

Member

Florida Bar

Member

Education

2003

Rutgers University

MA - Masters

1988

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Villanova University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Seminar

Finding the Hidden Commissions in Bankruptcy and Foreclosure

Publications

2012

Martella Memos Beware of the Wolves

Languages

English

Activity

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