Judgment and Debt Collection

Bennett Aiello Cohen & Fried in Miami, Florida, represents creditors throughout the world who wish to collect judgments against debtors with real estate or other property in Florida. Whether you wish to collect a debt, enforce a judgment, or reduce an arbitral award to judgment, Bennett Aiello Cohen & Fried can provide the legal knowledge and skills necessary to enforce any debt, obligation, or judgment. If you are owed money, please contact one of our lawyers to schedule a consultation.

Even after obtaining a legal judgment, it can be difficult to obtain payment, particularly in Florida, which is considered to be a debtor-friendly jurisdiction. Bennett Aiello Cohen & Fried has extensive experience in litigating the exemptions available to debtors in this state. We represent numerous creditors each year, and convert their judgments into cash either by garnishing bank accounts and wages of debtors who cannot meet the head-of-household exemption or by attaching and selling non-exempt real estate and other assets. We have the skill and knowledge needed to unwind fraudulent transfers and find assets before the debtor liquidates property and moves money beyond the reach of the creditor.

Consumer Debt Collection

Both federal and state laws impose limits on the manner in which a creditor attempts to collect a consumer debt. We are familiar with the limitations imposed under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Practices Act (FCRPA), and we can defend firms accused of violating those laws. We also can provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make sure your operations comply with these laws. Our experienced attorneys also have represented individuals and entities subjected to improper debt collection practices or who need the advice of counsel in repairing their credit or protecting their assets.

For assistance in matters involving debts, judgements, and collection issues in general, please contact Bennett Aiello Cohen & Fried.