Atty. Michael S. Waskiewicz
Michael S. Waskiewicz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial / corporate litigation, consumer finance litigation & compliance and 2 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 23+ Years Experience
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About Michael S. Waskiewicz at a Glance
Michael S. Waskiewicz is a Partner based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, product liability, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court Florida Northern District Bankruptcy Court Florida (2003). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and University of Buffalo (B.A., 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael S. Waskiewicz
- Michael S. Waskiewicz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy litigation, commercial / corporate litigation, consumer finance litigation & compliance and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Buffalo in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Michael practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael S. Waskiewicz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Waskiewicz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Business & Corporate Law in Jacksonville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Jacksonville
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael S. Waskiewicz is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →
Product Liability in Jacksonville
Michael S. Waskiewicz is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Jacksonville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael S. Waskiewicz is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Consumer Protection in Jacksonville
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jacksonville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Jacksonville Choose Michael S. Waskiewicz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael S. Waskiewicz's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, product liability, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael S. Waskiewicz brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and product liability, Michael S. Waskiewicz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Michael S. Waskiewicz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael S. Waskiewicz Handles in Jacksonville
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