Anne-Marie L. Bowen graduated with honors from the Florida State University, College of Law in 1987 earning her Juris Doctor degree. She also graduated from the FSU College of Business with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance in 1984. She was a litigation attorney at a small law firm in Orlando and at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation working in the areas of Creditor's Rights and Bankruptcy and Litigation.
Ms. Bowen opened her own law firm in 1994 and has concentrated her practice in helping people in financial distress ever since. She finds that her background in first representing banks and creditors helps her in now representing only Debtors, or people that owe money. She knows what the other side is looking for.
Attorney Bowen listens to her clients and understands their problems. She tries to find alternatives to filing bankruptcy, in case it is not necessary or advisable. Ms. Bowen offers personal attention to each client, and thoroughly explains all options available.
"I'm grateful that I can help people through this very difficult time in their lives and offer them hope for their future."
Sheila Schmadebeck has an extensive background in law, office administration and small business ownership. Her varied experiences leads to a wealth of common sense solutions and understanding of practical everyday problems people face.
As Legal Administrator, Sheila not only manages the office, but also works very closely with our clients in assisting them with the completion of paperwork in preparation for filing bankruptcy.
She loves working with people and understands how difficult it is to seek help with financial problems. Sheila empathizes with the personal struggle people face in dealing with financial crisis.
Emily Gardner received her Associate of Arts degree in 2000 and her Associate in Science degree in 2003, both from Valencia Community College. She graduated at the top of her class in the Paralegal Studies Department, the only American Bar Association accredited program in Orlando, Fla.
Her duties as Paralegal include working on all aspects of Chapter 13 Reorganization cases and handling all electronic filing matters with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court's new ECF system. In addition to her data-entry responsibilities, Emily coordinates the flow of information resources throughout the office. She ensures the necessary paperwork has been completed and enjoys helping clients successfully resolve their financial difficulties.
Anne-Marie L. Bowen, Esq.