Chad Van Horn | Fort Lauderdale Bankruptcy Lawyer
Chad Thomas Van Horn
Bankruptcy & Debt, Business, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Criminal, Contract
http://www.vanhornlawgroup.com
- Law Office: Van Horn Law Group, P.A.
- Fort Lauderdale Law Firms
- Law School: Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University, J.D. 2008
- Status: In Good Standing
- Licensed: 15 years
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QUESTIONNAIRE
The first case to come to mind is that of the Manfredizes, an organized and intelligent family who faced foreclosure and greater loan issues. Through no fault of their own, as they made regular and correct mortgage payments, they experienced the egregious mistakes of a servicer in handling their payments. Regardless of anything the family did, the servicer refused to acknowledge the mortgage payments, leaving the family constantly harassed by outsiders and in danger of foreclosure. After my group became involved, the servicer stopped its attempts at foreclosure. However, we refused to stop there; we are still filing counterclaims for damages incurred in fighting the wrongful actions of the servicer.
How did you build a successful practice?Three things greatly contributed to the success of our practice: integrity in how we handle our work and clients, diligence in our actions and responses, and flexibility in our method of attack. We value our clients above all else and seek first to aid them in any way we can. To claim we are a firm that cares, we must show integrity in how we communicate with our clients, fight for their cases, and work throughout the day. This, of course, merges with how thorough and meticulous we are when it comes to our work. As a firm focused on bankruptcy, we understand the need for precision and accuracy and we strive for that in our group. Lastly, we know our success is linked to the world around us - specifically, the way in which technology is progressing. Unlike other firms, we are not stubborn in our ways and are continuously evolving whether in our bookkeeping or practicing to be better representation for our clients.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?Professionally speaking, it is most important for the client to know the attorney or group via word of mouth or referrals. While advertisements are much more visible, referrals ensure a more organic and wholesome experience. As a client, you are also able to request information on the lawyer's credential and track record; a good record is important when choosing a lawyer to represent you. I would argue that personality is also vitally important. Clients should seek a lawyer that is dependable, trustworthy, and amicable.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?Legally, knowing the local knowledge is crucial to the success of our cases. In fact, both the attorneys and clients being aware of the general legalities that surround the case can make for a cleaner, faster case. Geographically, bankruptcy, student loan, and debt relief issues are intricate and often depend on both federal and state laws. Success, then, becomes nearly impossible without intimate knowledge of state and national regulations.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?A free phone consultation, unlike a Q&A on some legal site, allows us to be more mindful to the details of a case. In a free phone consultation, we assess the client's issue, determine what our practice could do to rectify the issue, and either offer to take on the case or provide legal information with regards to the next steps. Ultimately, we want to provide the client with some clarity on his/her issue.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?Before we provide a free phone consultation, we ask for general information about the person seeking counsel, contact information, and case information. Our phone consultations are 30 minutes, so it is in the person's best interest to prioritize issues if he/she has several.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?We are ranked in the top tier of South Florida attorneys and Ft. Lauderdale bankruptcy lawyers. We have: a 9.6 Avvo rating 95 % customer satisfaction Over 1,000 cases under our belt since 2009 Avvo's Top Contributor award in 2013 Been peer review rated by LexisNexis AV Martindale-Hubbell. Beyond the achievements that showcase our legal expertise, we are also a group that strives to set ourselves apart by how we treat our clients. We are efficient, prudent, and always respect.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?The most rewarding aspect of my job is to see the relief and joy in a client's face after we have completed his case. We work with bankruptcy, student loans, and debt - incredibly stressful financial issues that fester and embitter many people. To work with a client until the end, see her through the ups and down of a case, and ultimately watch her turn around what was a despondent situation is what makes me do this job every day.
What are your other interests in addition to law?I am a big fan of sports - basketball and baseball in particular. And I always root for Pittsburgh. Besides that, I enjoy wine, traveling, music, Will Smith movies, and my Vespa. I take the greatest joy in mentoring children, though, and I am very interested in education.
Are you involved in your community?I am an active member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County. I have been a member of their Board of Directors just shy of two years and have made sure to enlist the involvement of everyone in my group. Community involvement is something so integral to the core of what we do - helping people through complex struggles - that I would be remiss if I or my group were not contributing forces in Fort Lauderdale.
Experience
Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
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Founding Partner | Van Horn Law Group, P.A. | 2012-Present | |
Partner | Brown, Van Horn P.A. | 2009-2012 |
Education
School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
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Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University | J.D. | Law School | 2008 |
Robert Morris University | BS | International Business | 2005 |
Admission
State / Court | Date |
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Florida | 2009 |
Associations
- Florida State Bar
United States Supreme Court Bar
Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida
Legal Aid Service of Broward County
United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida
Solo and Small Firm Section of Broward Bar
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Bankruptcy Bar Association
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Honors & Awards
- South Florida's Top Rate Lawyers, Legal Leaders, 2014
Superstar Pro Bono Attorney, Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Inc, 2014
Super Lawyer Florida Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine, 2013
Cases
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy | Plaintiff was awarded for amount of damages in a default judgment | Mr. Van Horn was part of the legal team that sued Bank of America for an alleged Fraudulent Transfer of over $150,000.00. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy | House was saved | Client was about to lose her primary residence to foreclosure. Mr. Van Horn helped her file Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and the house was able to be saved at current market value. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy | Chapter 11 Plan Confirmed | Debtor filed Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to attempt to save his investment properties. Debtor was able to keep 10 investment properties at current market valued and plan was confirmed.
Publications
- Quarterly Newsletter, Bankruptcy Law Newsletter, 2010
Office Hours
Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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Closed | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
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FL State Lawyer Additional Information: Elegibility in Florida: Eligible to practice in Florida Florida Circuit: 17 Sections: Business Law,Young Lawyers Division Language Translation
Fee: Fixed (Always), Retainer (Always), Free Consultation (30 minutes)
Service Type: Private
Language: English, Spanish
Update Date: 2014-04-07
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330 N Andrews Ave
Ste 450
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301