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Norman L. Hull
Norman Linder Hull, P.A.
746 North Magnolia Ave.
Orlando, FL 32803
Phone: (407) 422-1235 | Fax: (407) 423-2842
http://www.hulllawoffice.com
Creative Bankruptcy Solutions
Legal Topic
Bankruptcy
Preferred New Clients
Consumer bankruptcy (Chapters 7 and 13), business bankruptcy, including reorganization (Chapters 7 and 11), and mortgage foreclosure defense.
Sub-Categories
Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13
- Chapter 7
- Collections & Repossessions
- Credit Disputes
- Debt Relief
- Garnishments
- Chapter 11
- Business Bankruptcy
- Creditor Harassment
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Foreclosures
Bar Admissions
FL, May 1975
Bar Number: 192739
Other Court Admissions
Florida, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh and Fifth Circuits, U.S. District Courts, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida.
Association Memberships
Florida Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, Central Florida Bankruptcy Association, and National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
Continuing Education
I attend seminars and I teach at two local law schools. I have also taught at bankruptcy seminars.
Papers and Publications
"Liability of the Contractor's Accountant to the Surety for Negligence in Audited Financial Statements (1985)."
Example Cases
Ruff v. Dixson
Involving the construction of and application of the Florida annuity exemption within a bankruptcy context. Won a bankruptcy court decision permitting the exemption over several years of litigation with the Trustee.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
University of Florida College of Law
City:
Gainesville
State:
FL
Year:
1974
Honors:
Graduated with honors. Book Award in Jurisprudence.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Member, Law Review.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
Ripon College
City:
Ripon
State:
WI
Year:
1968
Honors:
Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Sigma Iota.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Philosophy and Spanish. Studied at the Universidad de Madrid, Spain.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Florida
Firm Focus and History
The firm's main focus is consumer and business bankruptcies. The firm also handles cases involving foreclosure defense, construction matters (construction contracts and liens), other civil litigation, and some family law (we do not handle any personal injury claims or wills and trusts).
The firm was established in 1996 and has always had its offices in downtown Orlando. Since 1996, it has been a sole practice, although on occasion I have associated other sole practitioners to try larger cases.
Previous Employment Summary
• Law clerk to Chief Judge George C. Young - U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Orlando
• Associate and Partner - Welbaum, Zook, Jones & Williams (surety, construction law, bankruptcy)
• Partner - Butler, McDonald, Moon, Hull & Hochman (surety, construction law, bankruptcy, family law)
• Shareholder - Russell & Hull, P.A. (surety, construction law, bankruptcy, family law)
Activities and Awards
• Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Service Award (9th Judicial Circuit, 1990).
• Pro Bono work for Orange County Legal Aid Society (Homeless Project).
• AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Clients certainly should educate themselves as much as possible, but, given the amount of contradictory and sometimes misleading information which is available to the public, as well as scams, consultation with a lawyer is necessary for the client to really understand his or her situation.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I will gladly review the documents, but there will be a fee associated with the time I spend on them. If I end up filing a bankruptcy, I usually credit the fee toward the bankruptcy.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I will not coach clients who want to represent themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
Initially, I considered college teaching, however, I decided that law school would permit me to combine the intellectual with the ability to help clients solve their problems.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
• Serving as a law clerk to a United States District Judge
• Attending the Universidad de Madrid for a year and living with a Spanish family
• Working with Hispanic community groups
• Doing pro bono work for the Orange County Bar Association
• Serving as Guardian ad Litem for retarded citizens against the State of Florida
• Teaching law at two local law schools (bankruptcy, business organizations, professional responsibility, motions & depositions, interviewing & counseling, and remedies) as well as a local community college
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Initially, it was by chance. I was with a firm that did surety defense and construction law and we had several cases which required representation in bankruptcy court.
What do you like best about your career?
The occasional realization that you have actually helped somebody win a struggle and come out better for it.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am the only lawyer in my firm and I personally interview and handle each client's case personally. I have one legal assistant who is well versed in bankruptcy matters.
What are your strengths and style?
I deal with each client personally, including initial interviews, and try to return phone calls and e-mail within 24 hours. I like to find out what the client's life is like so that I can better understand what his or her needs are.
Personal Interests:
Bicycling, walking, traveling, reading, classical music, and opera.
Office Manager/Assistant
Madeline
Fax
(407) 423-2842
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Spanish and Italian.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Yes. The fixed fees for bankruptcy are $1,500 to $2,000 for a Chapter 7 (plus filing fee) and a minimum of $4,500 for a Chapter 13 (plus filing fee). Deposits for any Chapter 11 work depend on the specific case. Any litigated or contested matters are hourly at $250 per hour.
Hourly Rates
$250 to $300.
Free Initial Consultation?
If I believe a client will really file bankruptcy, I either will waive the initial consultation fee or credit it toward an eventual filing.
Typical Retainer
For Chapter 7, all fees must be paid before filing.
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