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Paul F. Daley
Bess & Daley Law
101 N. Plumosa Street
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Phone: (321) 452-1991 | Fax: (321) 452-1995
http://www.BessDaleyLaw.com
21 Years Serving My Country, Now I Am Here To Serve You
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
Chapter 7 and 13 cases, especially those who are in danger in losing their homes.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Business Bankruptcy
- Credit Repair
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
FL, Sep 2006
Bar Number: 25861
Other Court Admissions
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida; all Florida State Courts.
Association Memberships
Florida Bar Association; American Bar Association; Brevard County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I attend the State Bar authorized seminars to fulfill my requirements.
Example Cases
I have successfully saved the homes of clients who were delinquent on their mortgage payments through Chapter 13.
Through Chapter 7 bankruptcy, I discharged unsecured debts allowing clients to focus on making their mortgage payments and keep their home.
Education
Degree:
J.D.
School:
Barry University School of Law
City:
Orlando
State:
FL
Year:
2006
Focus and Accomplishments:
4L Senator, Student Bar Association (2005-2006), Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity (Member).
Degree:
B.S.
School:
Columbia College
City:
Columbia
State:
MO
Year:
2002
Honors:
Summa Cum Laude
Focus and Accomplishments:
Dual Major, Business Management & Computer Information Systems.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Florida
Firm Focus and History
The Law Office of Paul F. Daley serves all of Brevard County, including Rockledge, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, Viera, Suntree, Merritt Island, Port St. John, and Patrick Air Force Base. We provide legal services in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Probate, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury.
We offer early morning and evening appointments to accommodate the needs of working individuals.
Our office understands the needs of military families because we have retired military personnel and dependents on staff.
Previous Employment Summary
I was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but have called Florida home since 1998. In May of 1986, I joined the United States Air Force. In July 2007, I completed my military service after serving over 21 years. While serving on active duty I completed my undergraduate degree in both Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In 2002, I entered law school in Orlando, Florida. Through hard work and perseverance I was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006.
Activities and Awards
I'm an Ambassador for the Cocoa Beach Area Chamber of Commerce for 2008.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe clients should be fully knowledgeable about the laws that affect their cases, and if they aren't, they should ask questions.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to look at documents for a fee.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I would direct them to the Pro Se Coordinator at the County Courthouse.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to protect my family and friends. In the past I have watched many good people suffer because they did not know the law or were not able to afford to hire an attorney to represent them.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Serving in the military helped me to be a better lawyer, because you get a lot of life experience serving around the world.
I have undergraduate degrees in business and computers. I also have been through an environmental management program at the University of California which exposed me to statutory laws. This course of study required me to learn the ability of interpreting and applying statutory laws. This ability is also useful in Bankruptcy Law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I wanted the opportunity to give people a fresh start.
What do you like best about your career?
I get to meet a lot of people and we get to know each well. It is very rewarding to see clients go from a desperate frame of mind to a relieved one.
Tell us about your law firm:
Our mission is to establish an atmosphere of compassion, trust, and mutual respect while providing high quality legal services at a reasonable price.
What are your strengths and style?
Being a small firm, we're able to deal with each individual case personally. I am told I have a very relaxed and personable manner, which helps people to feel more at ease with the desperate situation they're in.
Personal Interests:
I like to watch, and also still play, ice hockey. I collect vintage comic books. I like to travel. When I was in the military I used to be able to do it for free, but now I have to pay for it.
Office Manager/Assistant
Amy Stafford, Paralegal
Fax
(321) 452-1995
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Other hours by appointment.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
The fees can range from $800 to $2,000 for Chapter 7 and $2,000 to $4,000 for Chapter 13. Chapter 13 fees are paid part upfront and the balance paid through the Chapter 13 plan. Fees are determined by many factors and cannot finalized until after a consultation. In addition, there are court filing fees and other associated costs.
The fees for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy start at $1,200. The fees for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy start at $1,000 upfront and $3,000 in the plan to be paid over time. Fees are determined by many factors and are estimated after the initial consultation. In addition there are court fees and other associated costs.
Hourly Rates
No. We charge a flat fee for the standard representation.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
No.
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