Law Offices of Andres Montejo, Esq.
6187 NW 167 St.
Suite H-36
Miami, FL 33015
Phone: (786) 269-0734 | Fax: (305) 675-0666
http://www.andresmontejolaw.com
Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and Chapter 11, Foreclosure Defense.
FL, Sep 2003
Bar Number: 659428
Admitted to the Southern District of Florida of the United States District Court, Florida Bar, District of Columbia Bar, Appellate Courts of the aforementioned.
Florida Bar, District of Columbia Bar, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, Attorneys Title Insurance Fund, United States District Court, Dade County Bar Association, and Miami Lakes Bar Association.
Andres Montejo goes to the seminars done by the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, as well as Attorney Title Insurance Fund for many of his Continuing Legal Education hours. He also attends specific courses designed to increase his knowledge of the areas he is assisting his clients.
Andres Montejo has published numerous articles throughout his life regarding many different issues. On his website there is a blog where he constantly writes about specific issues that are brought up in bankruptcy. Recently, he wrote an article regarding the implications with the IRS regarding foreclosures and forgiven debt.
The Law Office of Andres Montejo, PA regularly assists in filing Chapter 7 cases.
Recently, Andres Montejo helped a condominium resolve a contract dispute case with a contractor for services rendered. The contractor, by filing suit, had a lien on all the units. They were able to settle for less than 2% of the contract dispute.
Juris Doctor
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale
FL
2003
Masters
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale
FL
1992
Business Administration.
Bachelor of Science
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale
FL
1990
Computers.
1
District of Columbia and Florida
The firm currently focuses on bankruptcy filings in Chapter 7 and 11 as well as defending homeowners against foreclosure filings. The current market situation is creating un-compared hardships to many folks in all walks of life. By assisting them, we are able to help them find solutions to their problems. Helping folks is our main objective. Folks need to be given the tools so that they can determine, with guidance and without fear, which is their best road.
The firm was established in early 2004. Initially there was an intake of clients in general paths of civil litigation, which included family law and contract disputes. Shortly thereafter, the firm became a member of Attorneys Title Insurance Fund, and became a lawyer-based title company conducting closings on a regular basis. As the market changed, the firm changed its focus to the current one, whereby we are assisting folks in bankruptcy and foreclosure defense.
Attorney Andres Montejo has a very rich and diverse background. In the late eighties he ran the day-to-day activities of a daily print newspaper in all aspects, including the editorial portion to the mechanical portion of production and sales. In the nineties he organized and ran a computer dealer business which ended up becoming the largest independently owned hardware and software retail store of South Florida. His latest career change brought him to the legal field, where he can offer his clients the experience and understanding of his previous employment combined with his entrepreneurial background and knowledge of the needs of the community.
Andres Montejo participates in the Put Something Back Program of the Dade County Bar Association to help those who need to file bankruptcy cases without any fees.
Andres Montejo is a firm believer in that clients need to be educated on all legal issues. Andres Montejo assists clients with information and also points them in the right direction so that they may educate themselves. The more educated they are, the easier to assist them.
Andres Montejo will review documents prepared by clients as part of his services. In some cases, documents prepared by clients may need some minor corrections, and Attorney Montejo will do so for a minimal fee.
Andres Montejo will coach those clients that prefer to be self-represented. There is no sense in trying to persuade a client into not representing themselves. For a variety of reasons, including personal preference or financial hardship, some clients prefer self-representation, and that must be respected.
Easiest way to help others, while at the same time earn a living.
Attorney Andres Montejo's business background and international education, helps him understand better the different cultures of life as well as understand with a higher degree of knowledge many aspects of life, which if you never have owned a business you would not understand.
There is a large market demand for this service now, but also a great need to help others in this specific area.
Helping others reorganize their lives. Educating others about their options. Changing the demeanor of clients when they come in with fear, and watching them leave with a smile. Feeling their joy and relief when they complete their bankruptcy.
Andres Montejo is a solo practitioner whom has a small staff. He is a hand's on practitioner with all of his clients. He meets with them individually and explains to them the pros and cons of their situation. He is always available for phone consultations.
Andres Montejo's personal touch and his personal life experiences allow him to immediately connect with his clients in a personal manner. All of his clients are embraced by the feeling of familiarity of their personal problems and his informal family-friendly approach to their concerns. He is a wonderful ear to them.
Andres Montejo is a dedicated father of four including the latest addition of twin two-year-old boys. He loves to play golf every Saturday. Enjoys many activities including scuba diving, flying, reading, or simply just watching TV. He is a fanatic of the internet. He has extensive knowledge in computer programming and thus dedicates time to that as well.
(305) 675-0666
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Other hours by special appointment.
Yes
Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Italian.
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