Services
I provide 25-minute free initial consultations at which we can discuss your case and determine whether I am the right attorney for your case. If you want to talk about a topic that isn’t listed, you are welcome to schedule a consultation and we can discuss whether I am able to assist you.
Real Property Law
I have extensive experience in Florida landlord tenant law, particularly evictions. I have represented both landlords and tenants in residential and commercial matters, and I have appealed landlord tenant matters to the First District Court of Appeal. I have also taught multiple continuing legal education (CLE) classes about the subject.
I also can help with unlawful detainers, ejectments, partitions, and boundary law disputes.
To discuss how I can help you with your real property issue, please schedule a free initial consultation.
Tax Law
I earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from the University of Washington. I also have more than 10 years practical experience helping taxpayers resolve issues with the Internal Revenue Center (IRS). I have successfully submitted many offers in compromise, and I understand the process well. I am also able to assist with Installment Payment Agreements (IPAs) and resolution of IRS penalties.
I have assisted with audits, and I have appeared in U.S. Tax Court on multiple occasions.
To discuss a tax law issue with me, please schedule a free initial consultation.
Bankruptcy
The Bankruptcy Code requires that we explicitly and conspicuously inform you of the following: CAEK Law PLLC is a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
I have experience with helping people file both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. While nobody plans to file bankruptcy, sometimes circumstances make it the best or only viable choice.
To discuss whether a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is right for you, please schedule an appointment with me.
Legal Guardianship
I can help with legal guardianships for both incapacitated adults and minor children. Whether you need a guardianship established or you just need assistance with annual reporting requirements, I can help you.
If you would like to discuss whether a legal guardianship will solve your issues, please schedule a free initial consultation.
Probate
I understand the probate code, and I have helped many clients accomplish the transfer of title after death. Whether you need a summary administration or a formal probate, I can assist you.
If you would like to discuss how I can help you with a probate action, please schedule a free initial consultation.
Civil Appeals
Appealing a court judgment is a time-consuming process. If you don't understand the rules involved, you can waste time, money, and energy and have little or no success. I can help you determine whether you can be successful and lead you through the process.
If you would like to discuss an appeal, please schedule a free initial consultation.
My philosophy as a business person is to treat every client with the respect I would want a lawyer to treat me. That means not overcharging them and not billing frivolously. It also means listening and interacting so I can ensure I achieve the client’s goals. It is my hope as a lawyer that the skills I mastered working for years in customer service positions are as evident to my clients as my mastery of the law.
As a lawyer, justice is very important to me. If justice is only available to the person with the most power or the most money, there is no justice. For this reason, I am a very strong supporter of legal services programs.
— Christine A. Kelly, CAEK Law PLLC