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David A Fernandez

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 15 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure, Litigation ... +4 more
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About David

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Specializing in Chapter 7 (liquidation) and 13 (adjustments of debt) bankruptcies. Helping individuals obtain a fresh start or manage their debts with an eye toward recovery.

16 years | 5 cases

20%
Foreclosure 20%

I specialize in helping homeowners explore their options when foreclosure is looming. I have a team of professionals from realtors to title companies that I work with in helping homeowners resolve their foreclosure.

16 years | 23 cases

20%
Debt Collection 15%

In today's economy account receivables are more costly to your business than ever before. You need an aggressive attorney to pursue your delinquent accounts. I can help collect when your accounts are overdue.

16 years | 13 cases

15%
Litigation 15%

I practice in areas of litigation primarily in commercial or real estate matters. Whether you are looking to initiate a civil action, defending a civil action or need assistance with a matter already going to trial, I can help address your litigation needs.

16 years | 30 cases

15%
Commercial Real Estate 10%

From small businesses trying to grow, to corporations needing legal services, i can meet your needs. Commercial matters are unique and numerous, but I am prepared to meet those needs.

16 years | 7 cases

10%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

When your tenant has failed to pay you in a timely fashion you may want to initiate eviction proceedings. However, Florida statutes are very particular and must be strictly followed. I can help you comply with Florida Statutes and help you protect the value of your property.

16 years | 3 cases

10%
Real Estate 10%

Whether you're a business looking to expand or a consumer purchasing a new home, I can help you put together your deal or close on the property.

16 years | 4 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Discipline Revocation

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

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David A Fernandez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | General Knowledge

Posted by B&T | June 30, 2014 | Insurance

Great lawyer that gets resuts

David helped us with an Insurance issue, to a satisfactory result. He communicated well and most importantly listened. We would seek his help again without hesistation.

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David A Fernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Little

Litigation lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Derrick Connell

Unknown lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Rosen

Foreclosure lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an excellent attorney, not afraid to litigate and go the distance like some others. I highly recommend him."

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David Agee

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a knowledgeable and hardworking attorney and a tribute to his profession."

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David Gilbert

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, he is a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Dennis Arendall

General practice lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"David is passionately committed to his clients and to the successful resolution of their various legal problems. He is honest, smart, and affable, but he is also a zealous advocate for his clients' interests."

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Jason Ellison

Foreclosure lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Mr. Fernandez is a zealous advocate that finds creative ways to reach his client's goals. I would recommend Mr. Fernandez to anyone that is seeking assistance in foreclosure defense."

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Jonathan Benjamin

Real estate lawyer

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Jason Ellison

Commercial real estate lawyer

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David Agee

Wills and living wills lawyer

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Dennis Arendall

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Disciplinary Revocation issued in FL, 2021

updated on 08/09/2021

A Disciplinary Resignation means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2016

updated on 09/20/2016

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.

Honors

2010

Pro Bono Service Award, Clearwater Bar Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Fernandez Benjamin, PLLC

2012 - 2015

Attorney, Skyway Law Group, PA

2009 - 2012

Associate, Englander & Fischer, LLP

1999 - 2007

Petty Officer First Class (E-6), United States Navy (Active Duty)

Associations

2010 - Present

Florida Bar

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

CB Beachwalk v Duldulao

Dismissal pursuant to settlement

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Education

2010

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Oklahoma

MA - Masters

2007

University of Phoenix

BS - Bachelor of Science

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