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Welcome to my Avvo profile. I have been licensed to practice law in Florida since 1997. I was born and raised in the Philadelphia area, and am a 1987 graduate of the Temple University Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia. Before that, I earned a BA in psychology and an MBA in economics/finance, both from Temple University. I have been a sole practitioner since 2010. Prior to 2010, I was a New Jersey State Criminal Prosecutor (Financial Crimes Unit) and Florida Assistant Attorney General (Tampa Economic Crime Unit). I am licensed to practice law in all of Florida's state and Federal courts, and I practice throughout the state of Florida. I practice immigration law throughout the United States.
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Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
There is something profoundly wrong with this person . He called me an idiot. He game me contradicting information. Was trying to sell me some service that I don’t need . Keeps writing to me continuously and insaulting me. What a kuku.
Readers should take this review with a grain of salt, as it’s a gross misstatement of the facts written by a dimwit with an axe to grind. In a nutshell, they did something profoundly stupid. In fact I feel certain that one would be unable to find anyone in the world (yes, the world), who has done what they did. Now they have no reasonable recourse against their adverse party, and so they’re going to flail around wildly in an attempt to nail anyone within reach. It doesn’t matter to them that I’m not culpable, only that I’m reachable. I urge all other attorneys to stay far away from this situation. As for me, I’m drafting a defamation per se lawsuit against them. They’ll be wishing they stayed in their lane when I’m through with them (congrats, now you’re facing not just 1 possible lawsuit, but 2!!!). And if they think I’m bluffing, I invite them to please PLEASE try me!
Posted by anonymous | March 8, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
Helpful attorney. Gave me advice about pymt plan, and online resources which is really helpful for my circumstance.
Posted by Josh | May 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I retained Mr. Castagliuolo after I found I was being sued by a debt servicer. They had purchased an outstanding credit card debt from Citibank and claimed I owed them in excess of $5,000. Eugene was extremely efficient with his time and efforts and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. He ...
Posted by Jessica | May 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Eugene P. Castagliuolo with his Paralegal Deborah Blake makes a great team for a smooth ride for filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Making sure all of your documents are submitted properly so there are no kick backs from the Trustee.. Please May I add , I can be very difficult and they both have pati...
Posted by Franklin William Brooks | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
He agreed to take case on contingency then asked for payment three times for a total of $1500.00,which I paid, before he reviewed case. Refused to return case documentation or payment
I NEVER represent a client without a written contract. That’s my standard operating procedure, and I followed my SOP with this former client, just as I do with ALL of my clients. So he knew full well what the terms and conditions of our contract were, and he knew that we were utilizing a hybrid contingency contract that had a pre-payment component. No one held a gun to his head. He’s also threatened me with a Florida Bar grievance, and now he’s taken to whining in this forum as well. I respectfully urge Avvo readers to read ALL of my reviews before reaching any conclusions about my professionalism. If you do, you will see that this malcontent‘s comments are way out of line with the other comments. He needs to get a life. Lastly, I request that Avvo delete his defamatory comments if Avvo wishes me to continue to participate in this forum.
"The answers of Mr. Castagliuolo are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney. His directness and candor are a great asset for the potential client."
"I highly endorse and recommend Eugene Castagliuolo. I have practiced consumer law for many years, and have been very impressed with Eugene's legal work. He is highly skilled, and well respected in the legal community. I highly recommend Eugene Castagliuolo anyone who needs a consumer lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eugene P. Castagliuolo demonstrates through the knowledgeable and cogent answers he gives his facility for the law, and particularly his specialty. We need more like him"
"I highly endorse Eugene Castagliuolo. Mr. Castagliuolo donates many hours of his time answering legal questions on AVVO for those in need. His responses to questions show a depth of knowledge, as well as a compassionate spirit. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."
"I have found Mr. Castagliuolo's Avvo posts to be insightful and on-point, and I enjoy reading his posts about areas of law in which I do not practice. One can learn a lot from such attorneys, and if I ever had a debt issue, I would call him in a heartbeat."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."
"Gene is an able advocate and top-notch professional. A good one to have on your side for credit issues."
"Eugene P. Castagliuolo is one of only a handful of folks nationwide who belong to the prestigious National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA). I often sit in amazement when I listen to him talk about consumer protection. He's a dedicated advocate. Loves his job and does a great job at it! Whether you are in the Tampa Bay area or anywhere else in FL that Mr. Castabliuolo practices, you could not find a harder working, more concerned attorney to be on your side."
"I endorse Mr. Castagliuolo. He does what's right for consumers, and has the experience and attitude to back it up."
"I endorse this attorney. I have reviewed many of the questions posted on this AVVO website and have found Mr. Castagliuolo has routinely provided clear, concise and accurate answers. He has a strong command of contract law, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to handle any contract matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Castagliuolo has an excellent rating on AVVO and a tremendous amount of experience in a long and successful career as attorney. I would strongly recommend his services."
"Eugene pulls no punches, he's straightforward, accurate, experienced, and skilled---exactly the kind of attorney clients need. If I were in Florida and in a bind, I'd call in Eugene Castagliuolo in a heartbeat."
"I endorse Mr. Castagliuolo without hesitation. Mr. Castagliuolo has been practicing law for over 25 years and it is obvious that he has gathered a great deal of legal expertise during this time. Mr. Castagliuolo maintains an active consumer practice where he aggressively fights for the rights of individual consumers against well funded and well staffed large corporations. Mr. Castagliuolo is also an active member of Avvo, where he takes significant time from his busy schedule to respond to legal questions posted by the community free of charge; his answers are always accurate and well thought out. Additionally, Mr. Castagliuolo belongs to the National Association of Consumer Advocates where he is an active member providing advice to other attorneys practicing in the consumer law field. Consumers across the state of Florida and in New Jersey are very fortunate to have him available should they need legal advice or representation in a consumer matter."
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Top LITIGATION Contributor, Avvo
1997 - Present
Attorney, Eugene P. Castagliuolo
2012 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
Case dismissed by Midland Funding, LLC
Case dismissed by Midland Funding, LLC
Case dismissed by Pride Acquisitions, LLC
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
MBA
1981
Bachelor of Arts
2013
Consumer Law
2013
English
Portuguese
Spanish
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I need help seeking compensation for the stress & deterioration of health a stressful event has caused me?
27 Aug 2025
Does this qualify for defamation?
21 Aug 2025
What can I have done about this? I’ve had panic attacks worrying about this and cannot get through the day per usual
21 Aug 2025