Buddy D. Ford

At the Law Offices of Ford & Semach, P.A., located in Tampa, Florida, attorney Buddy D. Ford stands out with his board certification from the American Board of Certification in business bankruptcy. He has navigated a diverse range of cases, from straightforward to intricate business bankruptcy reorganizations. His practice encompasses individual bankruptcies such as Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 for both debtors and creditors. His clientele spans debtors, creditors, creditor committees, receivers, banks, lending institutions and trustees. Additionally, he has litigated in federal courts across the country, including Las Vegas, Medford, Atlanta, Boston, Wilmington, Lexington and throughout Florida.Mr. Ford's journey includes clerking for the esteemed Honorable Joe Lee, a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge in Kentucky and serving as a Chapter 7 Trustee in Florida's Middle District for a decade. His roles have been multifaceted – advising creditors' committees, acting as a Chapter 11 Trustee, representing Chapter 7 Trustees and managing thousands of bankruptcy cases throughout his career.While bankruptcy proceedings are the cornerstone of his practice, Mr. Ford also delves into commercial and business litigation beyond bankruptcy. Notably, he led a case in Las Vegas District Court, where he secured a $20 million judgment against a former officer of a public company, involving allegations of fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and racketeering. He has also achieved remarkable success in reducing hefty tax liabilities for clients. In notable cases from 2004 and 2005, he successfully discharged significant tax obligations owed to the IRS, amounting to millions of dollars.A 1977 graduate of the University of Louisville, Mr. Ford received his J.D. from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 1984. He is licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Tax Court. His professional affiliations include the American Bar Association, The Florida Bar and various local bar associations.Beyond his legal achievements, Mr. Ford has served two terms as a County Commissioner in Pike County, Kentucky, and has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Republican Senatorial Medal of Freedom and the Florida Businessman of the Year Award. His contributions have also earned him appointments to prestigious business commissions and leadership awards from national organizations.Buddy D. Ford is a debt relief agent. He helps people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.