Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Tampa, FL
Anthony and Partners combines the attentiveness of a smaller firm with the resources of a larger firm to deliver top-quality legal services across Florida. Our team of 20+ professionals, including experienced attorneys and members of the Florida Bar, specializes in Bankruptcy, Complex Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Debt Restructure, and more. With over a century of collective experience, we prioritize integrity, professionalism, and timely results, serving businesses and individuals in industries such as real estate, banking, and manufacturing.Recognized in reputable publications like The Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA, we focus on innovation and client-centric solutions. Our practice spans state and federal courts, offering comprehensive representation in litigation, transactions, and fiduciary matters while investing in ongoing professional development and community engagement.
Services
Bankruptcy Representations
Commercial Real Estate
Debt Restructure
HOA and Condominiums
Representation of Fiduciaries
Highlights and features
- Our team includes attorneys recognized in The Best Lawyers in America and Chambers USA.
- We combine over a century of collective legal experience with specialized practice areas.
- We serve clients in state and federal courts across diverse industries like real estate and banking.
- We prioritize ongoing professional development and community involvement for enhanced client service.
- Our innovative, future-focused approach has made us a regional industry leader for decades.
What people say
Organized and effective attorney
Harder working or more diligent
Made over $1,000,000 recovery
Expertise in enforcing judgments
Professional insolvency fiduciary representation
Services
Bankruptcy Representations
Our attorneys specialize in bankruptcy law, representing creditors and non-debtors in Chapter 11 reorganizations and Chapter 7 proceedings. We focus on minimizing time, expense, and uncertainty for clients while addressing complex debt scenarios and automatic stay modifications. Our team has clerked for Federal Bankruptcy Judges, ensuring strategic solutions for distressed debt.
Real Estate Litigation
We resolve disputes over purchase contracts, landlord-tenant conflicts, easements, and boundary issues. Our expertise covers Florida's evolving real estate landscape, providing prompt, goal-oriented legal strategies for commercial evictions, trespass claims, and complex litigation in state and federal courts.
Debt Restructure
We specialize in consensual debt restructuring, focusing on secured loans and troubled debt scenarios. Our team has decades of experience documenting liens, perfecting collateral security, and navigating bankruptcy considerations to create stable repayment plans that align with business realities and legal frameworks.
Creditors' Rights
We protect creditors through litigation to recover notes, foreclose mortgages, and enforce guarantees. With experience in state and federal courts, we handle over 50 financial institutions, addressing counterclaims, receivership, and post-judgment collection efforts to ensure fair, predictable outcomes for lenders.
Specialty Recovery Litigation
Our firm secures large recoveries by enforcing judgments and challenging fraudulent transfers under Florida's Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act. We specialize in complex cases involving maritime liens, aircraft seizures, and intellectual property enforcement, achieving seven-figure recoveries without client expense through adversarial litigation.
People
John A. Anthony
Partner
John A. Anthony has over 25 years of experience in bankruptcy and creditor representation, achieving multi-million-dollar recoveries. He mentors associates and is recognized for expertise in complex lender liability cases and judgment enforcement.
Stephenie B. Anthony
Partner
Stephenie B. Anthony specializes in commercial real estate and fiduciary representation. With a focus on transactional law, she advises clients on property disputes and development projects across Florida's growing real estate market.
Frank Lafalce
Partner
Frank Lafalce leads the firm's real estate practice, combining legal and banking expertise to represent developers and lenders in commercial transactions. He has structured complex deals for mixed-use properties and hospitality venues statewide.
Nicholas Lafalce
Partner
Nicholas Lafalce focuses on business transactions and fiduciary matters, handling shareholder disputes and corporate governance issues. His practice emphasizes structured settlements and compliance with Florida's commercial regulations.
John W. Landkammer
Partner
John W. Landkammer specializes in complex litigation, defending lenders against fraud and civil theft claims. He has upheld favorable rulings for international financial institutions in high-stakes appellate cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Anthony and Partners specialize in?
We focus on Bankruptcy, Complex Litigation, Real Estate Law, Debt Restructure, Creditors' Rights, and Fiduciary Representation, serving businesses and individuals across Florida.
Do you handle cases outside Tampa?
Yes, we provide legal services statewide in Florida, including commercial real estate transactions, bankruptcy proceedings, and litigation in both state and federal courts.
How experienced is your team in bankruptcy cases?
Two partners clerked for Federal Bankruptcy Judges. We represent creditors in Chapter 11 reorganizations and Chapter 7 proceedings, with decades of experience in complex debt scenarios.
Can you assist with large judgment collections?
Yes, our Specialty Recovery Litigation team secures seven-figure recoveries through fraudulent transfer litigation, asset enforcement, and specialized lien strategies without client expense.
Are your attorneys recognized in the legal community?
Our lawyers are featured in The Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, and U.S. News & World Report, reflecting our reputation as one of Florida's most influential firms.
