Robert Edwin Hurlbett, Bankruptcy Attorney in Delray Beach, Florida
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights
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Delray Beach, FL
Practicing bankruptcy in Delray Beach since 1990.
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Robert Edwin Hurlbett is a member based in Delray Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Delray Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Business · Creditor Rights
- Handles Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights matters from Delray Beach, FL.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robert Edwin Hurlbett: Robert Edwin Hurlbett is a member based in Delray Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on bankruptcy, business, and creditor rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy cases in Delray Beach, Florida
Robert takes bankruptcy matters in Delray Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Delray Beach, Florida
Robert takes business matters in Delray Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Delray Beach, Florida
Robert takes creditor rights matters in Delray Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert Edwin Hurlbett — bankruptcy lawyer in Delray Beach
Robert Edwin Hurlbett is a member based in Delray Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Business, and Creditor Rights. Robert has over 36 years of legal experience.
Robert Edwin Hurlbett is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, debtor and creditor and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Colorado State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 36 years. Robert practices in Delray Beach, FL.
Robert's approach to bankruptcy cases
Robert Edwin Hurlbett is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, debtor and creditor and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Colorado State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 36 years. Robert practices in Delray Beach, FL.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, business, and creditor rights matters in Delray Beach and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
San Joaquin College of Law
J.D. · 1990
Colorado State University
B.S. Colorado · 1968
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
California
1990 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in San Joaquin College of Law and B.S. Colorado in Colorado State University.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in San Joaquin College of Law and B.S. Colorado in Colorado State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Graduate School of Business. Adjunct Professor, Remedies and Bankruptcy Law, San Joaquin College of Law, Fresno, California, 1990-1993. Member: Santa Barbara County Bar Association
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State Bar of California
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American Bankruptcy Institute
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Locations
Robert Edwin Hurlbett's office in Delray Beach
Robert's primary office is at 4382 White Cedar Ln, Delray Beach, FL, 33445-7076. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Robert Edwin Hurlbett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Delray Beach, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Edwin Hurlbett
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in Florida typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Delray Beach?
Robert is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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- Delray Beach717 attorneys
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- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
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